Saucony - Ride 13

I love Saucony and think my next shoe may be the Ride. I wasn’t a huge fan of the upper on the 13 (I found it stiff compared to my Freedoms, Kinvaras, and Speeds), but I’ve read this has changed with subsequent generations? I had to take a hiatus from running and then reduce my distance / frequency while I rehabbed an injury so my older Saucony shoes lasted longer than usual and I felt a little lost when seeing all the new models on the site recently lol

Thank you!! I really appreciate the info. My qualm with the 13 was the upper, and it was due to my specific foot issues - I have bunions on both feet and have been able to run in all my other Saucony shoes without issue but the bunion on my right foot would get irritated when I ran in the Ride 13. I think because the less flexible upper meant it was rubbing more. I doubt the upper would have bothered me otherwise; I didn’t mind it on the left shoe lol. I’m glad to know that the more recent iterations have evolved in a good way! And ITA about them being tanks!

Thank you!! How do you find the upper on the recent Rides? I found the 13 didn’t work well for me (not unusable, but not as comfortable as my other Saucony shoes) because the upper was stiffer (thicker maybe?) than the others I was using/had used and the bunion on my right foot rubbed and hurt as a result (I’m pretty sure it was the upper vs the shape from comparing the uppers). The bunion on my left foot was fine though! lol. Overall I like the Rides and think they’re tanks so I’m hoping the newer ones work well for me! Stupid bunions. Lol.

Why did I never think of checking Amazon?? Ugh, I've been overpaying for my Saucony Rides for years. I guess it's good to support local businesses, though.

I'm on my fourth pair of Saucony Rides. This year I went back to an older model because I liked it better.

everybody seems to be raving about the evo sl, kinda tempted to grab a pair and work it into a rotation. i've been fond of saucony the last few years - ride is a good work horse, endorphin speed is a good everyday/speed work hybrid.

I can vouch for the Ride, very reliable shoe (although I’ll always wish they brought the triumph line back to 8mm)

Been buying rides since my ride 4 or 5. Never had any issues, you cant go wrong with that model. Just bought the speed 4, since everyone was raving about it but honestly, i prefer my rides.

Last ones i got where ride 14, 16 & 17. 17 upper seems looser to me than previous versions and also wider in the front. But im sure it’s just a feeling. Never had issues during running where i felt i had to thighten the laces or loosen them up a bit. As for your bunion, the Ride also comes in a wide version, do maybe check those out if needed

Any running shoe worth having will start at $100 at least unless it’s a past model on sale (which may be 80 or 90 if it’s a good deal). I’d suggest a Saucony Ride or Brooks Ghost to start, both are pretty traditional shoes that a lot of people tend yo do well with. You can definitely find past models on sale. Goong to a running store to get recs is a good idea but I think it’s overkill as a new runner. I do recommend going somewhere with a good return policy (ie REI or Fleet Feet).

Saucony Rides have been very good for me. 215lbs here. And they'll last a while.

6'1, 215 lbs currently. Saucony Rides have been good, and they last a long time.

My gait is about the same as yours. I’ve reliably run in New Balance 880s or 1080s for a couple years now. I do about 1,000 miles per year. I have Hoka Cliftons which I truly bought for the hype, but I don’t enjoy running in them so they’ve become walking/casual shoes. Before my New Balance years, I ran in Saucony Ride and Triump. Also good shoes! Most $100+ shoes these days from known brands are really solid and will serve you well for 300-500 miles.

Saucony all the way.  I cannot imagine under any circumstances giving up my Endorphin Speeds!  Rides are my go to daily trainer, Hurricane easy/recovery shoe.  There’s something about the fit that feels made for me.

If Saucony works for you, Rides maybe? Light, 8mm drop, stable. They're firm not plush but I use them for long runs and easy days.