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Endorphin Elite 2vsEndorphin Speed 5
The Endorphin Elite 2 is a race shoe while the Endorphin Speed 5 is a speed trainer shoe. The Endorphin Elite 2 retails for $290 while the Endorphin Speed 5 comes in at $175 — a $115 difference. The Endorphin Elite 2 is the lighter shoe at 7.0 oz versus 8.4 oz for the Endorphin Speed 5. Both score 8.8/10 in our ratings.
| Rating | 8.8 / 10✓ | 8.8 / 10✓ | |
| Price | $290 | $175✓ | |
| Weight | 7.0 oz✓ | 8.4 oz | |
| Category | Race Shoe | Speed Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 39.5 mm | 36 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Very High✓ | High | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Very Good✓ | Good |
