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Defyance Max
Need a go-to shoe for your daily walks and runs? The men's Defyance Max features protective, high-stack cushioning, a rocker shape for smooth heel-to-toe transitions, and a breathable mesh upper for added structure and comfort.
$120MSRP
Comparable specifications
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- Terrain
- road
- Use
- daily trainer
- Also good for
- Recovery runs
- Cushion
- high
- Firmness
- balanced
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 306g
- Drop
- 6mm
- Stack
- not published
- Widths
- standard
- Release
- 2025
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Our read
Ride
High-stack cushioning with a rocker geometry that smooths heel-to-toe transitions, but the 306 g weight and lack of a plate make it feel slow and protective rather than lively.
Fit
Standard-width mesh upper with a structured, comfort-oriented fit; no wide options offered.
Best for
Runners and walkers wanting a cushioned, affordable everyday shoe for easy-paced miles.
Avoid if
You want a responsive or lightweight shoe for faster workouts or racing.
Sources
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