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Endorphin Elite 2vsEndorphin Elite 3
The Endorphin Elite 2 and Endorphin Elite 3 are both race shoes built for road running. Both are priced at $290. The Endorphin Elite 2 is the lighter shoe at 7.0 oz versus 7.2 oz for the Endorphin Elite 3. In our ratings, the Endorphin Elite 2 edges out the Endorphin Elite 3 — 8.8/10 versus 8.4/10.
| Rating | 8.8 / 10✓ | 8.4 / 10 | |
| Price | $290✓ | $290✓ | |
| Weight | 7.0 oz✓ | 7.2 oz | |
| Category | Race Shoe | Race Shoe | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 39.5 mm | 39.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Very High✓ | Very High✓ | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High | High | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Good |
