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The Range Explained: Saucony Road 2024

We take a look at the 2024 Saucony Road Running range to give you an overall picture of their performance range and help you to choose the correct shoe.

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1. CUSHIONED/NEUTRAL RANGE

Built for high mileage road running for the neutral runner. The general rule applies in the cushioning and support categories that the more you spend the more cushioning and as such protection you will get.

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Saucony Kinvara Pro

For Daily Pro-Performance

Recently introduced to the range and sitting above the ever popular Kinvara 14, the Kinvara Pro offers a significantly higher stack at 42mm and a 3/4 length carbon plate which promotes a gentle roll. The only shoe sitting in the cushioned range to offer a carbon plate, this shoe would offer a more responsive option to a Triumph 21 / Ride 17 user.

At 269g it is suited to high mileage road training but also could be used for many who are doing ultra distances wanting a slightly more substantial shoes than the Endorphin Pro 4.

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Price: RRP £199.99

Weight: Men's 269g / Women's 240g

Drop: 8mm

Stack height: 42mm (Heel) / 34mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard width only.

Key Features

- Engineered Mesh Upper: Designed to provide lightweight and breathable support. The perforated mesh allows cool air to flow.

- PWRRUN Dual-layer Midsole: Featuring a layer of PWRRUN PB SUPERFOAM to provide more energy return, rebound and durability.

- 3/4 Length Carbon Plate: Sandwiched in-between the dual-layer of midsole foam to provide propulsion.

- SPEEDROLL Technology: Works like a propeller and gently rolling you forward.

- Durable Rubber Outsole: This long-lasting, reliable outsole provides grip on varied terrain.

Saucony Triumph 22

For Premium Comfort

Traditionally sitting at the top of the cushioned high mileage road training range, version 22 continues the plush feel Triumph users will be accustomed to. Ever-so-slightly heavier than its predecessor, this neutral shoe still has the same 10mm drop and stack height to ensure premium levels of cushioning and comfort.

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Price: RRP £169.99

Weight: Men's 286g / Women's 250g

Drop: 10mm

Stack height: 37mm (Heel) / 27mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard width only.

Key Features

- Flat Knit Upper: Lightweight and extremely soft compound to give you the next generation of cushioning.

- PWRRUN+ Midsole: Lightweight and soft, with exceptional cushioning for constant comfort.

- Durable Rubber Outsole: This premium outsole offers exceptional traction and durability.

Saucony Ride 17

For Daily Training

A new improved fit over version 16, the Ride 17 sits below the Triumph 21 in the cushioning range but is still suitable for marathon distance training.

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Price: RRP £134.99

Weight: Men's 282g / Women's 238g

Drop: 8mm

Stack height: 35mm (Heel) / 27mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in both standard and wide fits.

Key Features

- Engineered Mesh Upper: Designed to provide lightweight and breathable support. The perforated mesh allows cool air to flow.

- PWRRUN+ Midsole: Lightweight and soft, with exceptional cushioning for constant comfort.

- Durable Rubber Outsole: Provides greater protection and durability.

Saucony Kinvara 14

For Lightweight Performance & Cushioning

While sitting at a similar price to the Ride 17, the Kinvara offers a lighter package that may suit the lighter runner or someone wanting a more responsive shoe. This lightweight, ultra flexible model designed for those quicker shorter runs, tempo training and racing upto 10k.

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Price: RRP £134.99

Weight: Men's 200g / Women's 117g

Drop: 4mm

Stack height: 31mm (Heel) / 27mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard width only.

Key Features

- Lightweight Mesh Upper: A comfortable and breathable airy single-layer mesh upper.

- PWRRUN Midsole: Upgraded to 3mm of cushioning for responsive, energy return.

- PWRRUN+ SOCKLINER: provides added step-in comfort, and helps to further propel you forward.

- Durable Rubber Outsole: Provides greater protection and durability.

Saucony Hurricane 24

For Max Cushioning

Super plush max-cushioning with supportive tech offers a blend of cushioning and pronation support, most suited to high mileage road training.

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Price: RRP £164.99

Weight: Men's 302g / Women's 279g

Drop: 6mm

Stack height: 38mm (Heel) / 32mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard fit only.

Key Features

- Max Cushioning: Experience a double dose of comfort with an all-new dual cushioning system featuring plush, energy returning PWRRUN PB foam and supportive PWWRUN foam.

- Centerpath Tech: Featuring a broader base and higher sidewalls for extra protection and support.

- Premium Design: A breathable engineered mesh with a secure heel hugs your foot for all-day comfort.

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2. SUPPORT/OVERPRONATION RANGE

Built with support for the over pronators among us who require some stability in the shoe, otherwise the same rule applies as with cushioning shoes that the more you spend the more cushioning you will get.

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Saucony Tempus

For Super-Fuelled Foam & Stability

Recently introduced to the range to replace the long standing Hurricane, the Tempus offers a revolutionary adaptive guidance system which allows for a significantly lighter shoe than more traditional support shoes. Sitting at the top of the support range this offers similar levels of cushioning to the Triumph 21 just with the additional support if you require it.

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Price: RRP £169.99

Weight: Men's 252g / Women's 224g

Drop: 8mm

Stack height: 36.5mm (Heel) / 28.5mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard width only.

Key Features

- Engineered Mesh Upper: Designed to provide lightweight and breathable support. The perforated mesh allows cool air to flow.

- FORMFIT Technology: Hugs the foot in 3D comfort and provides heel support.

- PWRRUN PB Midsole: Shock absorbing cushioning, and is 40% lighter than previous versions.

- Contoured PWRRUN Frame: Supports your foot on landing and provides stability.

- XT-900 Outsole: Grip and traction provided on varied terrain.

Saucony Omni 21

For Cushioned Support

Stable and cushioned, version 21 offers the same levels of pronation support Omni lovers have become accustomed to. A more traditional support shoe utilising a dual density medial post for support suitable for moderate levels of over pronation. Still cushioned enough for high mileage road training.

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Price: RRP £134.99

Weight: Men's 317g / Women's 277g

Drop: 8mm

Stack height: 34mm (Heel) / 26mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard width only.

Key Features

- Engineered Mesh Upper: Designed to provide lightweight and breathable support. The perforated mesh allows cool air to flow.

- FORMFIT Design: Helps to hug your foot, providing you with a personalised fit and feel.

- Engineered Midfoot Support System: Keeps your feet stable and helps to lock in the perfect fit.

- PWRRUN PB Midsole: Shock absorbing cushioning, and is 40% lighter than previous versions.

- Contoured PWRRUN Frame: Lets your sit deeper, and the shoes hug your foot.

- Durable Rubber Outsole: Provides greater protection and durability.

Saucony Guide 17

For Daily Training with Support

The latest iteration of the long standing Guide series this shoe offers mild pronation support coupled with cushioning suitable for high mileage road training. Effectively a Ride 17 with the additional pronation support. Go up the range to the Tempus if you want more cushioning than this, go to the Omni if you require higher levels of pronation support.

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Price: RRP £134.99

Weight: Men's 269g / Women's 232g

Drop: 6mm

Stack height: 35mm (Heel) / 29mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in both standard and wide fit.

Key Features

- Dual Mesh Upper: Designed to provide comfort and promote airflow.

- PWRRUN Midsole: Lightweight and soft, with exceptional cushioning for constant comfort.

- PWRRUN+ Sockliner: provides added step-in comfort, and helps to further propel you forward.

- CENTERPATH Technology: CenterPath geometry keeps your feet straight and level, resisting medial motion for added stability.

- XT-900 Outsole: Grip and traction provided on varied terrain.

3. RACE READY RANGE

In recent years, Saucony’s Endorphin Race series has become a regular on podiums of major races across the globe, starting with the top of the range Endorphin Pro 4.

Please note: Race shoes are not ideal for all runners and the time savings that can be had from wearing them can be offset by the lack of cushioning or support they may offer. For example, someone running a 4-hour+ marathon will likely be more comfortable wearing their everyday mileage shoes. Also, race shoes, if used for everyday training, can be less durable and wear out faster.

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Saucony Endorphin Pro 4

For Elite Level Performance

Targeted at the elite runner looking for a carbon plated race day shoe for distances from 5k to marathon and beyond - train in a Triumph 21, race in a Pro 4.
Features a full carbon fibre plate for propulsion sandwiched between layers of Powerrun PB and HG midsole foam for super light energy return.

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Price: RRP £229.99

Weight: Men's 218g / Women's 187g

Drop: 8mm

Stack height: 39.5mm (Heel) / 31.5mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard fit only.

Key Features

- Engineered Mesh Upper: Designed to provide lightweight and breathable support. The perforated mesh allows cool air to flow.

- FORMFIT Design: Helps to hug your foot, providing you with a personalised fit and feel.

- Anti-slip Laces: Revamped lacing system keeps your foot secure with a personalised fit.

- PWRRUN PB & HG Cushioning: Lighter and more responsive than previous PWRRUN foams.

- Carbon-Fibre Plate: For powerful transitions to fuel every stride to get you to the finish line faster.

- SPEEDROLL Technology: Propels you forward effortlessly so you can run faster, not harder.

- XT-900 Outsole: Ultra thin layer of traction and durability, providing a solid connection with the ground.

Saucony Endorphin Speed 4

For Everyday Speed & Racing

Differing from the top of the range Pro 4 largely in offering a nylon plate as opposed to the Pro 4’s carbon plate in the midsole for added propulsion. Still using PWRRUN PB responsive midsole foam, suitable for races from 5k to marathon distance. Marginally heavier than the Pro 4 but still light and fast enough for most.

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Price: RRP £179.99

Weight: Men's 233g / Women's 206g

Drop: 8mm

Stack height: 36mm (Heel) / 28mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard fit only.

Key Features

- Engineered Mesh Upper: Designed to provide lightweight and breathable support. The perforated mesh allows cool air to flow.

- FORMFIT Design: Helps to hug your foot, providing you with a personalised fit and feel.

- PWRRUN PB Midsole: Shock absorbing cushioning, and is 40% lighter than previous versions.

- SPEED 3 Nylon Plate: Supplies energy return and better support through your daily training.

- SPEEDROLL Technology: Propels you forward effortlessly so you can run faster, not harder.

- XT-900 Outsole: Ultra thin layer of traction and durability, providing a solid connection with the ground.

Saucony Sinister

For Super Lightweight Racing

A new super light competition shoe built for elite racers looking for a 5k - 10k PB shoe, streamlined design and lower midsole stack strips significant weight when compared with other fast shoes such as the Endorphin Pro 4. Coming in at under 140g, it is one of the lightest racers on the market.

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Price: RRP £164.99

Weight: Men's 139g / Women's 122g

Drop: 6mm

Stack height: 25mm (Heel) / 19mm (Forefoot)

Width: Available in standard fit only.

Key Features

- Streamlined Upper Design: To help reduce the weight of the shoe

- PWRRUN PB Midsole: Shock absorbing cushioning, and is 40% lighter than previous versions.

- Durable Rubber Outsole: A sticky compound that excellent traction.

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