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Pegasus 41vsLaunch 12
The Pegasus 41 and Launch 12 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Pegasus 41 retails for $145 while the Launch 12 comes in at $120 — a $25 difference. The Launch 12 is the lighter shoe at 8.9 oz versus 10.0 oz for the Pegasus 41. In our ratings, the Pegasus 41 edges out the Launch 12 — 8.9/10 versus 8.2/10.
| Rating | 8.9 / 10✓ | 8.2 / 10 | |
| Price | $145 | $120✓ | |
| Weight | 10.0 oz | 8.9 oz✓ | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Firm | Balanced | |
| Drop | High | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 10 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 37 mm | 35 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Medium✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Breathable✓ | |
| Traction | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
