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Pegasus 42vsGel Cumulus 28
The Pegasus 42 and Gel Cumulus 28 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. Both are priced at $145. The Gel Cumulus 28 is the lighter shoe at 9.1 oz versus 10.1 oz for the Pegasus 42. In our ratings, the Pegasus 42 edges out the Gel Cumulus 28 — 8.5/10 versus 7.9/10.
| Rating | 8.5 / 10✓ | 7.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $145✓ | $145✓ | |
| Weight | 10.1 oz | 9.1 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 | 38.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | Low | Medium✓ | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Good |
