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Craft Pacer 2
Daily training

Pacer 2

A lightweight, versatile road trainer from Craft with a responsive Px Foam midsole suited to daily training and tempo work.

C$215MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
road
Primary use
Daily training
Also good for
Tempo / threshold, Long run, Easy / recovery run
Weight
210g
Drop
6mm
Stack
37/31mm
Midsole
Px Foam
Upper
2-layer engineered mesh (50% recycled)
Widths
standard
Easy runsTempo workoutsDaily trainingRoadLightweight
Our read

The Pacer 2 is a well-rounded neutral road trainer that balances moderate cushioning with a responsive, road-feel ride, making it a solid daily trainer that can also handle tempo efforts, though it's not built as a dedicated racer.

Ride

37/31mm stack with 6mm drop delivers noticeable road feel without excessive softness; reviewers describe cushioning as present but not overly plush, with a lively, propulsive response from the Px Foam midsole.

Fit

Engineered mesh upper with body-mapped zones and added collar foam provide a secure, comfortable step-in fit; true to size based on available range 8-13.

Best for

Daily training runs and tempo workouts on road surfaces, with occasional use on light gravel; suited to runners wanting a lightweight, versatile trainer.

Avoid if

Avoid if you need a max-cushion shoe for very long distances, a dedicated racing shoe with a plate, or waterproof protection for wet/snow conditions.

Sources
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