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Mount to Coast
H1
85% positive of 177 users
Versatile road-to-trail, but struggles on wet, technical downhills.
ProGrid Xodus 2.0
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Sentiment score40% positive
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Last updated: Aug 25, 2026
Reddit Reviews
14 of 14 reviews
j-f-riouxNever had this issue with the xodus and xodus 2. Haven't tried recent models. Will push them to 7-800km before changing.
Never had this issue with the xodus and xodus 2. Haven't tried recent models. Will push them to 7-800km before changing.
whomeee519Looking forward to hearing what you think of them! I had the xodus 2 (I believe) and found the sole super stiff.
muffinskinI love the Sauconus Xodus 2.
geologyjustinI wish the xodus weren't so expensive but I do really like them.
jaychan29Helloooo community! I'm looking for a shoe recommendation. I've been a big fan of Saucony Exodus. It's been perfect on all aspects, fits perfectly and have finished 50 mile ultras with it. However, for every new version of the shoes, after asking 500kms, it breaks exactly around my little finger and big finger as well. I'm now thinking finally it might be time to change the brand or shoes. What do you all recommend? Thanks!
allsqI run the Brooks Casscadia or the Saucony Xodus
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