Craft Pacer

A soft, springy daily trainer built on expanded-bead Px TPE foam with a wide, accommodating platform, an affordable alternative to a Clifton or Rebel. Great easy-day and general training shoe for wider feet. The relaxed upper feels baggy on narrow feet and the insole is flimsy.

Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop6 mm
Heel stack36 mm
Toe boxWide
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Craft Pacer for everyday training miles, easy recovery days and long runs. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.

Daily trainingRecovery runsLong runs
Pros
  • Energetic, vibration-absorbing Px foam
  • Wide stable platform suits broader feet
  • Light for its cushion level
Cons
  • Baggy upper on narrow feet
  • Flimsy insole
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability80
Popularity48
Price70
Versatility60
Lightness82

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$150Price (MSRP)
36 mmStack height
6 mmDrop
8.4 ozMen's weight
7.1 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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