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Saucony Omni XX stability running shoe on a matte concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Omni XX Review: A Tank-Built Stability Trainer With a Weight Problem

A high build-quality stability shoe with a secure heel and durable outsole, held back mostly by its weight and a firmer ride.

9/30/2026
Four tall max cushion running shoes lined up on a concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Paramount Max and the Best Max Cushion Alternatives: Four Jumbo Stack Shoes Compared

A close look at the Saucony Paramount Max and three max cushion rivals, covering softness, stability, weight, and value so you can pick the right jumbo stack trainer.

9/30/2026
Saucony Paramount Max max cushion running shoe on a concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Paramount Max Review: Max Cushion Comfort for Easy Miles

A deep dive into the Saucony Paramount Max, a big, soft, bouncy max cushion trainer built for everyday and recovery runs, with fit notes, ride impressions, and things to check before buying.

9/30/2026
Saucony Paramount Max and Nike Vomero Plus max cushion running shoes side by side on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Paramount Max vs Nike Vomero Plus: Which Max Cushion Trainer Deserves Your Money?

Two max cushion super trainers built on race foam and huge stacks. We compare comfort, ride quality, stability, and value to find out which one to buy.

9/30/2026
Saucony Peregrine 12 trail shoe in golden yellow on a concrete surface

Trail Running

Saucony Peregrine 12 Review: A Nimble Trail Staple Worth a Look

Saucony's go-to trail shoe returns lighter and more breathable, but the stripped-back upper narrows its appeal. Here is who it suits best.

9/30/2026
Saucony Peregrine 15 trail running shoe in orange and navy on a concrete surface

Trail Running Shoes

Saucony Peregrine 15 First Run Review: A Familiar Feel With Meaningful Updates

The Saucony Peregrine 15 gets a new upper, an updated PowerRun midsole, and reformulated PwrTrac rubber. Here is how it performs on muddy, rooty trails.

9/30/2026
Saucony Peregrine 16 trail running shoe in orange and black on a concrete surface

Trail Running Shoes

Saucony Peregrine 16 First Impressions: Sticky Vibram Grip Finally Arrives

A closer look at the Saucony Peregrine 16 trail shoe, with deeper cushioning, a lighter build, and the Vibram MegaGrip outsole riders have been asking for.

9/30/2026
Saucony Ride 15 running shoe on a concrete surface in soft studio light

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 15 First Impressions: A Daily Trainer That Hits the Sweet Spot

A firmish but forgiving PWRRUN midsole, a wide stable base, and a dialed-in fit make the Ride 15 an easy daily trainer to like.

9/30/2026
Saucony Ride 17 running shoe on a matte concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 17 First Run Review: Back-to-Basics Daily Trainer With PWRRUN Plus

Saucony's Ride 17 moves to PWRRUN Plus foam for durability and bounce, but a heavier build and firmer ride raise questions. Our first impressions from 12 miles of testing.

9/30/2026
White daily running shoe in three-quarter profile on a grey studio backdrop

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 17 Preview: A Ground-Up Redesign With a Softer Ride

The Saucony Ride 17 gets a complete redesign, switching from firm EVA to the bouncy PWRRUN+ foam and stepping into a new daily trainer segment.

9/30/2026
Saucony Ride 17 running shoe on a matte concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 17 Review: A Reliable Daily Trainer That Plays It Safe

The Saucony Ride 17 delivers a firm, durable, no-surprises ride, but at $140 it faces stiff competition from lighter, more exciting daily trainers.

9/30/2026
Saucony Ride 17 and Hoka Mach X running shoes side by side on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 17 vs Hoka Mach X: Two Daily Trainers, One Clear Value Pick

A cushioned daily workhorse goes up against a plate-equipped racy trainer. Here is how the Saucony Ride 17 and Hoka Mach X compare on ride, fit, grip, and price.

9/30/2026
Two cushioned Saucony running shoes side by side on a matte concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 17 vs Triumph 22: Which Cushioned Daily Trainer Deserves Your Money?

Two cushioned Saucony trainers go head to head. The Ride 17 emerges as the more versatile pick, while the Triumph 22 targets a very specific kind of runner.

9/30/2026
Saucony Ride 19 daily trainer shoe in three-quarter profile on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 19 Review: The Daily Trainer Is Back

PWRRUN Plus, a softer geometry, and a more neutral ride make the Ride 19 the most interesting version of this shoe in years. Here is how it compares with the Ride 18, Triumph 23, Salomon Aero Blaze 3, and Tier Maverick.

9/30/2026
Saucony Ride 19 daily running shoe in three-quarter view on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Ride 19 Review: A Reliable Daily Trainer Gets Wider in the Heel

The Ride 19 adds heel width and a softer heel bevel to an already dependable daily trainer, but the extra materials bring a slight weight increase.

9/30/2026
Four Saucony road running shoes lined up on a concrete surface

Running Shoes

Four Saucony Road Shoes Worth Knowing: Triumph 22, Hurricane 24, Tempest, and Kinvara 15

A closer look at four staples in the Saucony road lineup, from max-cushion trainers to a light and quick tempo option.

9/30/2026
Seven Saucony running shoes of different silhouettes arranged on a concrete floor

Running Shoes

Saucony Running Foams Explained: Which Endorphin and Triumph Shoe Fits Your Runs

A practical guide to Saucony's PWRRUN foam family, from the daily-trainer EVA in the Endorphin Shift 3 to the supercritical PWRRUN HG in the Endorphin Elite.

9/30/2026
A lineup of road and trail running shoes on a concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Running Shoe Lineup Guide: Which Model Fits Your Running

A practical walkthrough of the Saucony range, from daily neutral trainers and stability shoes to super shoes and trail options, so you can pick the right pair.

9/30/2026
Saucony Tempus 2 and Brooks Hyperion GTS 2 running shoes side by side on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Tempus 2 vs Brooks Hyperion GTS 2: Stability Running Shoes for Faster Days

The two main stability options for fast training and racing go head to head on weight, stack, fit, and feel to help you pick the right one.

9/30/2026
Saucony Tempus stability running shoe with red upper and tan outsole on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Tempus Review: A Soft, Bouncy Stability Shoe With Race-Day Foam

A dual-foam stability trainer that blends PWRRUN PB with a firmer EVA cradle, delivering a soft, structured ride that works for daily miles and faster days.

9/30/2026
A trail running shoe and a waterproof hiking boot side by side on concrete

Trail Running

Saucony Trail Preview 2023: Endorphin Rift and Ulterra Ridge GTX

Two new Saucony trail releases, one unplated speed shoe with deep lugs and one fully waterproof hiking boot built on the Exodus Ultra platform.

9/30/2026
Blue and grey max cushion running shoe with thick white midsole on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 20 Review: Max Cushion Daily Trainer With a Split Verdict

The Saucony Triumph 20 pairs a plush, heavily padded upper with PWRRUN+ supercritical foam, but testers split on whether the ride lives up to the max cushion promise.

9/30/2026
Saucony Triumph 20 RunShield running shoe in black with grey midsole on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 20 RunShield Review: A Cushioned Long Run Shoe Built for Wet Weather

The Saucony Triumph 20 RunShield pairs max-cushion PWRRUN plus foam with a waterproof upper, making it a strong pick for high-mileage winter training.

9/30/2026
Saucony Triumph 21 RFG running shoe with cotton upper and gum outsole on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 21 RFG Review: An Eco-Friendly Daily Trainer That Actually Works

The Triumph 21 RFG swaps petroleum-based foam for a 55 percent corn-based midsole, and unlike most eco-friendly running shoes, it still feels genuinely good underfoot.

9/30/2026
Two Saucony Triumph running shoes side by side on a concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 21 vs Triumph 20: A Familiar Cushioning Favourite Gets a New Upper

The Triumph 21 refines the upper and lacing of one of the best max-cushion trainers around, but the Triumph 20 remains a serious value alternative.

9/30/2026
Saucony Triumph 21 and Triumph 22 running shoes side by side on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 21 vs Triumph 22: Which One Deserves a Spot in Your Rotation?

Two versions of Saucony's flagship cushioned trainer, separated by a major midsole change. Here's how the Triumph 21 and Triumph 22 compare for fit, ride, and value.

9/30/2026
Saucony Triumph 21 and Asics Gel Nimbus 25 running shoes side by side on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 21 vs Asics Gel Nimbus 25: Which Cushioned Daily Trainer Fits Your Running?

Two premium cushioned daily trainers with similar pricing but very different personalities. Here is how they compare on fit, ride, versatility, and durability.

9/30/2026
Two cushioned running shoes side by side on a concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 21 vs Saucony Ride 17: Which Cushioned Daily Trainer Should You Buy?

Two Saucony daily trainers now share the same midsole foam and similar stack heights. Here is how the Ride 17 and Triumph 21 differ and which one makes more sense for your running.

9/30/2026
Orange and yellow neutral running shoe with thick white foam midsole on concrete

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 22 First Impressions: A Plush Daily Trainer Gets Performance Foam

The Triumph 22 gains a PowerRun PB midsole and a wider footprint while keeping its price. Here is how it performed over a first 8-mile test run.

9/30/2026
Saucony Triumph 22 cushioned running shoe with thick midsole on concrete surface

Running Shoes

Saucony Triumph 22 Review: A Bigger, Softer Cruiser That Changes the Line

The Triumph 22 swaps in PWRRUN PB foam and a wider base, but the result is a very different shoe from the Triumph 21. Here's what to know before buying.

9/30/2026