Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

Saucony presented last June its new Endorphin Speed 3 model, a shoe meant to be a real alternative to the carbon plate for all popular runners who compete at fast paces.

As soon as we take the running shoe out of the box we realize that, despite its considerable midsole, the Endorphin Speed 3 are quite light shoes. And these Saucony shoes, with 229 gr and 204 gr for men and women respectively and a drop of 8mm, exude competitive spirit from all sides.

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Once in hand, there are several aspects to highlight of these Saucony Endorphin Speed 3. Firstly its nylon plate embedded in the midsole and which can be seen on the sides. This will provide greater stability in each stride, which is appreciated for a shoe that cries out for a midfoot stride. Continuing with interesting things, the midsole incorporates the PWRRUN PB material. This compound provides greater reactivity and significantly lightens the weight of the shoe.

The type of runner who can get the most out of this shoe would be an experienced runner, with a technique that allows him/her to run continuously with the midfoot, who trains or competes under 4 min/km, with a low weight (<70kg).

Honestly, the sensations I had with them have been magnificent if we focus on the cushioning-reactivity ratio.

Overall a very versatile shoe in terms of distances, as its excellent cushioning allows it, but whose main requirement is the correct technique of its user. If you are an inveterate heel striker, you are not going to get the most out of these Endorphin Speed 3 from Saucony. Honestly, the sensations I've had with them have been magnificent if we focus on the cushioning-reactivity ratio.

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 Runner Profile

As far as the type of runner who can get a lot of mileage out of this shoe, it would be an experienced runner, with a technique that allows him/her to enter continuously with the midfoot, who trains or competes under 4 min/km, with a low weight (<70kg). Obviously, runners with heel strike can use this model, but once in the shoe they will notice that there will be a small protrusion in the insole that "launches" their foot to contact the ground in a more forward way.

The Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 is called to be the competitive shoe for the advanced runner.

At the same time, these Endorphin Speed 3 convey the feeling of a longer lifespan. After 140 km in them, there is no hint of midsole deformation or sole degradation. This is not usually the case in carbon plate shoes, where product performance is the main focus.

Main features Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

Therefore, the runner who opts for Endorphin Speed 3 will have a model to put in the miles, which is to be welcomed.

Running rhythms of the Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

The truth is that I have tested this model at almost all paces, from 21 km runs at very slow paces (5:30 min/km) to lighter repeats (3:45 min/km) and surprisingly in all of them I have found it to be a very stableshoe. This is quite difficult to feel in other models that compete with Endorphin Speed 3.

However, let's not fool ourselves, this model is made to run at happy paces, under < 4 min/km, and if you hurry me a bit, its best response can be at sub 3:45 min/km paces. As I said before, they are destined to be the competitive shoe for the advanced runner.

Distances

Despite being a shoe for all distances, I would personally choose them for a half marathon or marathon. As I said, this is something purely personal, as theycan give a great result in a 10k for those who want to go under the 40 minutes barrier. However, in shorter distances I like shoes with a less sized midsole, which allow a better feel with the asphalt. Like everything in life, it's a matter of taste.

This is a shoe designed for qualitative speed training and for race day.

What I liked most about the Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

Undoubtedly the cushioning-reactivity ratio. This fact makes them tremendously versatile, in terms of the distances where we are going to be able to use them.

At the same time, I would highlight the abrasion resistance of the sole, there is rubber for miles.

Opportunities for improvement in the Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

I have little to contribute in this section, I found the shoes comfortable and pleasant to the foot. No negative points.

What are the shoes with which these Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 can be compared?

Nike Zoom Fly 5

New Balance FuelCell Rebel v2

HOKA Mach 5

Mizuno Wave Rebellion

ASICS Glideride 3

Brooks Hyperion Tempo

adidas Sl20.3

RUNNEA Tester Rating:

• Lightweight: 9
• Responsiveness: 9
• Cushioning: 9
• Stability: 9
• Flexibility: 7
• Grip : 85