Saucony Guide 9

A makeover and total redesign of one of the most iconic models of the American brand in stability control. The ninth version of the Saucony Guide 9 marks a before and after, and its main features are: the revolutionary EVERUN topsole layer, the SRC piece in the heel landing zone and the double density in the rear medial part of the shoe. All this translates into a more efficient stride for a more energetic and resilient run. The Guide 9 is able to provide the runner withsmoother stride control without sacrificing weight, fit and flexibility.

Along with the Triumph ISO 2, the Guide 9 is one of the first Saucony models to include the innovative EVERUN technology, a foam designed to distribute impact forces throughout the entire sole, ensuring improved responsiveness, cushioning and energy return. The result is a smoother transition for runners with mild to moderate pronation.

Unlike the Guide 8, the ninth generation of the Saucony Guide replaces the PowerGrid system with SSL EVA, while the dual density midfoot is responsible for correcting pronation and stabilizing the runner's stride. An extra point of cushioning is added for a more responsive ride.

Renewed upper with Flex Film

Another of the great novelties of the Saucony Guide 9 with respect to its predecessor is in the upper, which has also been completely redesigned. The Flex Film system replaces the stitched overlays, resulting in a better fit with less weight and more flexibility. All this contributes to a more attractive and refined design, without compromising breathability.

The outsole of the Guide 9 has also undergone significant changes with the addition of the new Tri-Flex configuration that gives the model greater flexibility, promoting a smoother toe-off phase. To increase durability and provide optimal grip on wet surfaces, Saucony has chosen to keep the specific iBR+ rubber in the forefoot and XT-900 in the areas of greater wear.

In terms of weight, the Guide 9 is the lightest version of the series. This training shoe for pronator runners weighs 275 grams for the men's version (size 425 EU), and 232 grams for the women's version (size 39 EU). Its drop is 8 mm (27 mm in the heel and 19 mm in the midfoot).

EVERUN technology highlights

Saucony s innovative EVERUN cushioning foam provides two key benefits to the shoe:

Shock absorption.

By including the EVERUN layer in the heel and landing area, the model gains in greater protection against impact, because, as confirmed by the American brand, the EVERUN system retains its properties up to three times better than standard EVA.

But, according to Saucony, another interesting fact is that this new technology returns up to 83% of the energy it absorbs, which helps the athlete to run better and for longer.

Reduces pressure peaks

Traditional sports footwear manufacturing tends to reduce the capacity of foams in the midsole area. Saucony s most innovative contribution is to incorporate the unique cushioning material, EVERUN, closer to the foot. This allows the foot to adapt better to the terrain, as well as distributing the force over a larger area. This serves to minimize pressure peaks.