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Endorphin Speed 5vsMagic Speed 5
The Endorphin Speed 5 and Magic Speed 5 are both speed trainer shoes built for road running. The Endorphin Speed 5 retails for $175 while the Magic Speed 5 comes in at $180 — a $5 difference. The Magic Speed 5 is the lighter shoe at 6.9 oz versus 8.4 oz for the Endorphin Speed 5. In our ratings, the Endorphin Speed 5 edges out the Magic Speed 5 — 8.8/10 versus 8.7/10.
| Rating | 8.8 / 10✓ | 8.7 / 10 | |
| Price | $175✓ | $180 | |
| Weight | 8.4 oz | 6.9 oz✓ | |
| Category | Speed Trainer | Speed Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 7 mm | |
| Stack | 36 mm | 37.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | Medium | |
| Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | |
| Traction | Medium | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
