Saucony - ProGrid Xodus 2.0

I loved the lug depth, design, of the outsoles on v1 and v2, but I could wear away the lateral heel lug in ONE run on both versions (literally within 10 miles). Crazy fast wear. Never had a shoe lug wear off so quickly. V3 has more durable lugs so far, about 100 miles in and using V3 as a flexible road to trail option. Decent grip, better durability, and comfort but heavier (yes). Can't wait for v4!

I would look for the Xodus V2 on sale before the Ikoni Trail--which is being permanently discontinued FYI. But also you're comparing a shoe that is my favorite of all time with one I can't seem to sell no matter what I do. I know some people have been fans but... They're not wildly used at all. The weight is a personal preference. 

To the Saucony Xodus Ultra! Each pair has over 500 miles of trail and they still feel great. Oh, and a definite runner-up shout out to the Mad Rivers in the back. I wish Saucony brought those back. Moving on to the Xodus 2's, which so far seem just as good.

I love the Sauconus Xodus 2.

I used Xodus 2 for a 100k and my feet felt great. I just bought a pair of 3s for an upcoming 100 miler so I can change shoes if needed. Positive from my standpoint.

I've been looking for these in wide.. Just tried the Xodus 2's and they're a little narrow for me :/

Really difficult to say. Vibram should be a massive improvement but for me the Xudos 1 was great, 2 upper fell apart and 3 was too narrow for me....we shall see where the 4 goes as an overall package. I think they are coming out in June?

After years of Hoka Speedgoats and not liking the latest model, I now use the Hoka Mafate Speed for my hikes under 16-18 miles and Saucony Xodus for the long runs/hikes.

I've got the new ones with Vibram. I know the weight is the knock on them, but they rebound extremely well so I haven't noticed it yet. But I haven't done any big runs/hikes yet, so after my 27-mile day hike/run of Kings Peak in Utah coming up I'll have a better feel.

This is actually my first pair of Saucony shoes! I was originally into Altras and then Hokas and Salomons. I absolutely love the fit, though, for my feet. Very little breaking in compared with other shoes. I tend to get hot spots on my heel with firmer, sturdier trail shoes, but that didn't happen with these.

I have >150 miles in the Tomir 2.0 and previously ran in the Xodus Ultra 1 and 2, and Peregrine 13. Also >500 miles in 2 pairs of the Endorphin Edge. Typically run on hard packed rocky trails. First 50-70 or so miles in the Tomir 2.0 felt a bit narrow in the forefoot/toebox. Not a big issue for short runs, moderately uncomfortable for longer runs. Loosening the laces helped a bit. After 70 miles, the insole has packed down and the upper fabric has loosened so they are generally fine for me on longer runs. I know it's not a case of my feet acclimating to being squeezed because my road shoes were squeezing my feet the whole time until I replaced them recently with the wider Mount to Coast R1. I've done several 20+ mile >4,000 foot runs in the Tomir 2.0 with some moderately technical sections, no width related issues anymore. The cushioning is on the firm side and took some getting used to. Endorphin Edge generally felt like a straight upgrade to the Xodus, lighter and faster feeling at higher paces. Some reviewers reported stability issues but I suspect it's due to (1) the Endorphin Edge being too wide for people who run in Hokas and Nikes, (2) high/max stack, and (3) the Endorphin Edge's plate. In my use, I had to slow down slightly on the looser and more technical downhills particularly when making turns but was notably faster with less effort and more comfort everywhere else. Main downside is that it's a struggle for me to get 300 miles out of a pair because the outsole peeled where the cutouts are, and that the outsole material itself doesn't flex well so I've lost chunks of outsole. It was worth the money when on sale but might be harder to find now. I just pre ordered the Mount to Coast T1 and am hoping it will be a good ultra shoe for me. I've had their R1 road shoes for some time and it fits and runs well for me.

My go to for 50k and under. The xodus is also a great shoe with some more cushion, they are bulkier and you’ll want to heal lock them if your heal is rolling on downhills.