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Maverick V1 RunnervsGel Cumulus 28
The Maverick V1 Runner and Gel Cumulus 28 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Maverick V1 Runner retails for $150 while the Gel Cumulus 28 comes in at $145 — a $5 difference. The Maverick V1 Runner is the lighter shoe at 7.7 oz versus 9.1 oz for the Gel Cumulus 28. In our ratings, the Maverick V1 Runner edges out the Gel Cumulus 28 — 8.7/10 versus 7.9/10.
| Rating | 8.7 / 10✓ | 7.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $150 | $145✓ | |
| Weight | 7.7 oz✓ | 9.1 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 38.5 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Wide | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
