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Maverick V1 RunnervsCloudmonster 3
The Maverick V1 Runner is a daily trainer shoe while the Cloudmonster 3 is a recovery / easy run shoe. The Maverick V1 Runner retails for $150 while the Cloudmonster 3 comes in at $190 — a $40 difference. The Maverick V1 Runner is the lighter shoe at 7.7 oz versus 10.4 oz for the Cloudmonster 3. In our ratings, the Maverick V1 Runner edges out the Cloudmonster 3 — 8.7/10 versus 8.5/10.
| Rating | 8.7 / 10✓ | 8.5 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $190 | |
| Weight | 7.7 oz✓ | 10.4 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Recovery / Easy Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | Medium | |
| Softness | Balanced | Firm | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Wide | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Warm | |
| Traction | Medium | Medium | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Low | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
