Ride 18

Ride 18 is a great choice for just one shoe. It’s not flashy but it works for all paces and is extremely durable.

Ride 18. The ride series is criminally underrated and they last forever. They’re not fast and they’re not slow, they just do it all perfectly decent.

I find the Triumph (at least the 22) nearing the max cushion shoe category which are often used for slow, steady cruising. If you want something at least that has some pop then maybe try the Saucony Ride 18s. If you want something from Adidas then the SL2. Nike also have the ever reliable Pegasus line which currently is the Pegasus 41 though it's a bit firm compared to its peers but at least it's a no frills, durable daily trainer.

My favorite Daily these days is the Saucony Ride 18. Not too soft, not too bouncy, just right.

Out of the shoes you listed, the only one that is firm is Saucony Ride 18.

*republication, apparently the first one was not published in English Today I did my first run in the Saucony Hurricane 25, a 10K. I've been running in the Tempus (versions 1 and 2) for about a year and a half. They worked great for me last year when I was running at faster paces, but since I've slowed down, I find them less comfortable around 6:00/km, mainly because the forefoot lacks cushioning. Having overpronation issues, I considered other models like the GT-2000 14 or the Hoka Arahi 8, but I ultimately opted for the latest Hurricanes for their extra thickness and super foam layer, which I think makes them more comfortable than the Asics and more fun and durable than the Hokas. Fit: They fit perfectly in my usual size, 43, as do most of the Saucony shoes I've tried. The midfoot and heel are well supported, and there's plenty of room for the toes. I have fairly narrow feet, and the fit is perfect; they might be a little narrow for those with wider feet. The upper is very comfortable, although a bit thick and can get hot. Be careful, they absorb water in the rain and take a long time to dry (at least 48 hours). The laces are thick, which I don't find suitable for running shoes. Mine are already starting to fray, but we'll see how long they last. But when you put your foot in them, they really feel like slippers. Midsole and Running: During the run, they performed exactly as I expected at my 5:30-6:00/km pace. They were very stable (even on rooty trails), with generous cushioning without being mushy, and a slight bounce thanks to the PWRRUN PB. I didn't find them significantly less responsive than other stability shoes I've tried, such as the Tempus 2 or the Asics GT-2000 13. I didn't experience any rubbing or hot spots, and my forefoot remained comfortable throughout, which is exactly what I was looking for. Outsole: The grip was also excellent. I ran in pouring rain on asphalt, gravel, dirt, and roots, and I never slipped, except for a slight loss of grip on a wet gutter. The only negative to watch out for, and one I find on other Saucony shoes like the Tempus, is the small stones that can get stuck in the sole at the junction between the two exposed foams. In conclusion, the Saucony Hurricane 25 is a very solid stability shoe with plenty of cushioning, perfectly suited to my daily training sessions and long runs. I hope they get even better as the miles go by!

The energy return is not bad for a shoe of this size, there is a little bounce and a good rocker, the sole is not soft either, you can accelerate. For the moment I do not find them much slower than the Tempus 2, Ride 18 and Asics Gt 2000-13 that I was able to test recently.

Hi all! F42, about 70kg, neutral running style. I’m an avid fan of Saucony as they seem to be the best brand for my feet, I never have any rubs or blisters or other pains in them, but on trying other brands I’ve suffered with my feet or shins or knees, so I’d like to stick with what I know and like! Currently my 2 pairs are the Tempus 2 and Endorphin Speed 4. (I also have a Ride 18 just for going to the gym not running - they are soooo comfy!) I use the Tempus for longer, easier or zone 2 runs, around 6-6:30/km, had them a year and I’ve been around 4 HMs in them and all the associated training. I love the ES4 for faster work, intervals, and one HM when I went for a PB. I find they cruise me along at 5:30-40/km quite happily without trying and the Tempus 2 are notably slower. I’m finding my Tempus 2 are becoming really hard like I can feel every bit of the pavement past about 12 miles, and I’m in a marathon training block so frequently going over that distance. I’m not sure if I’ve worn them out in a year as they were super bouncy and squishy when I got them - or I could do with something more cushioning. Does anyone have any Saucony recommendations for something super cushioned for slow long runs? Thanks so much in advance!

You're on the right path. The Ride is a great shoe. I prefer the Triumph, but if you can't find them on sale, the Ride does a very similar job. Out of your list, the only other one I've tried and jived with is the Vomero 18, which is one of my absolute favorites.