Head-to-Head
Maverick V1 RunnervsMagmax Nitro 2
The Maverick V1 Runner is a daily trainer shoe while the Magmax Nitro 2 is a long run shoe. The Maverick V1 Runner retails for $150 while the Magmax Nitro 2 comes in at $180 — a $30 difference. The Maverick V1 Runner is the lighter shoe at 7.7 oz versus 9.7 oz for the Magmax Nitro 2. In our ratings, the Maverick V1 Runner edges out the Magmax Nitro 2 — 8.7/10 versus 8.6/10.
| Rating | 8.7 / 10✓ | 8.6 / 10 | |
| Price | $150✓ | $180 | |
| Weight | 7.7 oz✓ | 9.7 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Long Run | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | High | High | |
| Softness | Balanced | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 8 mm | |
| Stack | 44 mm | 46 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Wide | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | High✓ | Medium | |
| Durability | Decent | Good✓ |
