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Maverick V1 RunnervsGhost 18
The Maverick V1 Runner and Ghost 18 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. Both are priced at $150. The Maverick V1 Runner is the lighter shoe at 7.7 oz versus 10.2 oz for the Ghost 18. In our ratings, the Maverick V1 Runner edges out the Ghost 18 — 8.7/10 versus 7.9/10.
| Rating | 8.7 / 10✓ | 7.9 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $150✓ | |
| Weight | 7.7 oz✓ | 10.2 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | High | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 10 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 36 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Wide | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Very Good✓ |
