Every Saucony Running Shoe Explained
Below we are breaking down every performance running shoe from Saucony. See how we categorize the different models and whether you should consider getting the Endorphin Elite 3, Endorphin Azura, Paramount Max, Hurricane 26 or another Saucony offering.
Saucony has a little something for everyone, from carbon-plated racers and speedy trainers to max cushion cruisers, daily trainers, and stability shoes. We broke down the lineup into six simple categories so you can find the Saucony that fits your running needs without getting lost in the lineup.
Racers
Endorphin Elite 3
Saucony’s pinnacle marathon racer, the Endorphin Elite 3 has a wildly soft, bouncy and unstable IncrediRun midsole. It is arguably the most fun race shoe on the market.
Saucony Endorphin Elite 3
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Endorphin Pro 5
The Endorphin Pro 5 is an accessible, standard carbon-plated marathon race shoe with a smooth rocker and a firmer, more stable PEBA foam.
Endorphin Training Shoes
Endorphin Speed 6
The latest iteration of Saucony’s plastic-plated speed trainer, the Endorphin Speed 6 features a firmer new PWRRUN PBX foam that, in our testing, lacks the bounce and speed of prior versions.
Saucony Endorphin Speed 6
Endorphin Azura Plus
A niche super trainer exclusive to the Chinese market, the Endorphin Azura Plus features a top layer of IncrediRun and a bottom layer of supercritical EVA for stability, offering a cushioned, versatile ride.
Endorphin Azura
A firm, stable elevated daily trainer designed for versatility, the Endorphin Azura has an aggressive rocker geometry that rewards getting up on the forefoot and driving power. It offers a highly-stacked feel for going the distance.
Saucony Endorphin Azura
Max Cushion
Paramount Max
A premium max cushion shoe with a less bouncy version of IncrediRun foam than the formulation in the Endorphin Elite 3, the Paramount Max features a boaty, wide, highly protective ride and a flat geometry that we found difficult to turn over. It is not one of our top picks in the max cushion category.
Saucony Paramount Max
Daily Trainers
Triumph 24
The Triumph 24 is Saucony’s flagship cushioned daily trainer with a surprisingly bouncy ATPU midsole. It is comfortable enough for cruising, but can also pick up the pace.
Saucony Triumph 24
Ride 19
Saucony’s standard daily trainer that just exists, the Ride 19 lacks any distinguishing characteristics. It is the vanilla ice cream of running shoes.
Kinvara 16
A low-stack, legacy daily trainer beloved by barefoot mafia members, the Kinvara 16 features standard PWRRUN EVA foam and a direct, minimalist ride.
Stability Shoes
Hurricane 26
Saucony’s premium stability shoe with a top layer of bouncy ATPU and an EVA carrier, the Hurricane 26 is one of the best recovery options on the market.
Saucony Hurricane 26
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Guide 19
The stability counterpart to the Ride, the Guide 19 offers a cushioned, reliable ride and a simple, no-frills EVA foam.
Omni 23 ST
The Omni 23 ST lives between the Hurricane and the Guide in Saucony’s stability lineup. It features a PWWRUN PB beaded PEBA midsole and an EVA stability frame.
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