Is the Challenger 8 good for road running too?

Yes. The rubber outsole and cushioned EVA midsole are designed for pavement as well as trail, so it works as a door-to-trail shoe.

Does it fit true to size?

Most runners find it true to size, and it comes in normal and wide widths. If you wear thick socks on trails, consider the wide option.

No. This version has a mesh and textile upper without Gore-Tex, so it resists light splashes but not sustained wet conditions.

About 10.1 oz in a men's size 9, which is mid-weight for a cushioned trail shoe.

It is below the typical new-shoe price and the lowest of the four stores listing it as of November 7, 2026, so it is a solid buy at that price.

The Challenger 8 has a 7 mm heel-to-toe drop, which suits most neutral runners.

At Shop Simon, for $136.00, as of our latest check.

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 296 ratings.

9 stores we checked sell it, including Shop Simon, The Latest Drop, Zappos, Triathlete Sports, Champs Sports.

$136.00at Shop SimonVerified

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