Saucony - Peregrine 16 GTX
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Last updated: Dec 5, 2025 Scoring
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"I believe the Peregrine to have great trail feedback in addition to the Powertrack outsole. ... I have personally had multiple pairs of Saucony trail shoes with their Powertrack outsole have every bit as good as traction as Vibram."
"I have personally run a 50 miler on a course that had a mix of single track (with built in "cushion" from the dirt / forest) and more technical sections (rocks / granite) and they worked great."
"Saucony Peregrine are my go to for wet rock (and mud). ... Compared to Salomon ultra glide and sense ride, way better."
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"saucony peregrines i like alot ... usually can find good prices ... got a pair on amazon for 50 bucks that was the 13s which r their best year haha"
"I got them for fifty dollars!"
"And they are often way less expensive."
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"just for hiking and trail rubbing ... Personally I wore them for my ultra."
"Trail running shoes. I have Saucony peregrines that I use for hiking, trail running, and golfing. They’re great!"
"Loved that it was a ... all-around trail runner"
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"I'm on my fifth(?) pair of Peregrines. ... They have been a total game changer, and I run them until they fall apart and then get another pair."
"I love the peregrines, been running in them for the last 1.5 years in rugged Arizona terrain."
"I've put 500 miles on 3 pairs. ... hold up for a long time."
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"they fit me really well"
"My feet don’t hurt in them ... they’re comfortable ... I know the biggest thing I don’t have to worry about are my shoes and whether my feet will be killing me half way through, because I know they won’t be."
"I have Saucony Peregrines and like them. ... They're a relatively low stack height shoe, but have been plenty comfortable with my heavy (45 lbs with food and water) pack. ... Have done 12 mile days and feet felt great at the end of the day while my friends in hiking boots are always breathing a huge sigh of relief when pulling off their boots at camp."
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"Took them to Chamonix last year and they felt horrible - too much ground feel."
"my feet always feel battered by the end of my runs, not comfortable for anything over 10k."
"my toes always are sore in the a after a trail run."
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"The saucony peregrine have to be the worst performing shoes on wet rock I have ever used. ... Idk if it’s their rubber or the lugs but they are so slippery"
"I find the Peregrines to have the same issue with being slippery. ... when there is moisture on any single rock, tree root, or wooden bridge "WTH, are the soles coated in baby oil, they don't even think about trying to grip""
"I felt like I had no traction ... lost hours on the downhills after doing very well on the climbs"
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"Took them to Chamonix last year and they felt horrible - too much ground feel."
"Took them to Chamonix last year and they felt horrible - too much ground feel."
"the mid sole of the Asics are nicer"
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"having various blister problems with them"
"My toes go numb"
"heels get blisters."
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"they fell apart quickly ... went to shit less than 200 miles in"
"absolutely thrashed by 400-500kms"
"I've had three pairs of Peregrines and the grip always starting peeling/ripping off, rather than the typical abrasive wear."
The 16 is a nice update as well. Slightly firmer but more energy return and Vibrant Mega grip.
r/trailrunning • What's going on with Saucony trail lineup ? ->Gore-Tex will keep the slush out but your feet might still get sweaty. I’ve had good luck with a water-resistant shoe + thin wool socks, and gaiters if it’s really messy. Nordas are tanks, but cheaper options (Peregrine GTX, Yaktrax on your current pair) work just as well depending on if you’re on plowed roads or ice.
r/trailrunning • Norda for winter road running? ->Salomon Gore Tex sneakers. My second choice are Saucony Gore Tex sneakers.
r/discgolf • Disc golf shoes? ->I hear y'all. Being in the Bison class club at a mere 235lbs and six foot, I don't necessarily want a 35mm heel stack while running the trail. I am game for test driving every shoe at REI. Right now, I'm on a three shoe rotation: Altra LP 8, Brooks Catamount 3, and Saucony WC. I'll probably move into the LP9s here soon.
r/trailrunning • 220 lb. + club? The Trabuco Max 4 may be for you. ->I loved the older Peregrine's but the new ones quality is absolute trash. I've moved over to Nnormals and don't see myself going back. Tomirs will probably fit your foot best, Kjerag is more "like" the Peregrine IMO (stiffer foam, lighter) but you may find them tight. Good luck!
r/trailrunning • Similar Shoe to Saucony Peregrine 15? ->I loved the older Peregrine's but the new ones quality is absolute trash. I've moved over to Nnormals and don't see myself going back. Tomirs will probably fit your foot best, Kjerag is more "like" the Peregrine IMO (stiffer foam, lighter) but you may find them tight. Good luck!
r/trailrunning • Similar Shoe to Saucony Peregrine 15? ->Ive been happy with the saucony peregrine esp now that the sole eliminated the portion which allowed for rock intrusion. Can anyone provide insight between these and asics?
r/trailrunning • Asics Trail ->I love my Peregrines, have been running/hiking in them for a long time. The 15s just came out. I have been more of a fan of even numbers (12/14 over the 11/13, 14s have been my favorite in a long time) personally. I haven't tried the 15s yet. There wasn't anything wrong with them, but just my preference lately, so I'd still recommend them unless you wanted to get a more recent one which are all getting marked down in price now.
r/trailrunning • Are the Saucony Peregrine 11 worth a try? ->If they aren't working, there isn't much you can do. I find that higher stack height shoes - the Calderas are 38mm/32mm in heel/toe - I tend to roll my ankles more and look for something closer to the ground. The Cascadias are 33mm/25mm, so your foot sits much closer to the ground, and you may be noticing this. I like Saucony Peregrines which are 28/24, about half an inch closer to the ground than the Calderas. Unfortunately, a lot of the max cushioning shoes tend to have higher stack heights. You can otherwise look for more "stable" and wider sole shoes, but too wide and your gait changes. Or, mid top boots for better stability. You can always keep the Calderas and use them on non technical trails.
r/hiking • I thinking my Brooks Calderas (max cushion trail runners) are too dangerous ->I'm in the exact same boat. Started with the Peregrine, went to Speedboat, back to Peregrine. Have a number of pairs of both floating around. I find the Hoka stickier, but better tred (that doesn't fall apart quickly) on the Peregrine.
r/trailrunning • trail running shoes ->Personally I don't like waterproof trail runners. They're ok for short runs but they overheat (as you said) or if they do get wet they stay wet for ages. It takes forever for them to dry. If you're here in summer even if your feet do get wet they shouldn't get too cold. I don't bother with waterproof socks in summer, again I overheat. In winter though they can be very useful. I'm not going to suggest a specific shoe as the fit is far too personal. I've had a lot of pairs of Saucony Peregrines and live on the Pennines (same hills as the Peak District). They have a 4mm drop so you might prefer something with more padding. I know a lot of people that use Inov8s Mudclaws etc etc but they're too thin for me. Hokas obviously and Altras if you prefer a wide toebox. I'd recommend going to a running shop and trying some on. Have you tried asking the event organisers to see what they suggest? They know the route so should be able to tell you what the surface and ground conditions will be like.
r/parkrun • All-around waterproof trail running shoe? ->I've never had peregrines last all that long going back to the 5s I started with. I don't find the traction to be bad on wet rocks though.
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