Saucony

Xodus Ultra Series

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#18 in

Trail Running Shoes

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Sentiment score78% positive
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Last updated: Apr 28, 2026

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Reddit Icon2ohit
8 months ago

Bought 2 pairs of Xodus Ultra (ver 1) from Flipkart 2 years ago. Still going strong. Also there used to be a Saucony showroom on F C road near hotel Lalit Mahal - though not sure if it's still there.

8 months ago

I personally prefer Xodus. It has Saucony's racing foam that's surrounded by a firmer foam. People have completed UTMB wearing that shoe so should be OK for Sahyadri trails. Fujispeed is good as well, but since it's plated, it's a little aggressive. It's designed for speed - it's even in the name. It's less than ideal for casual use. Depends entirely on your use case.

Reddit Icon702240
4 months ago

mine tore in the center between the outsole at the heel after 90k or so. got a refund without debate. still weird. otoh Xodus Ultra 4 are great.

3 months ago

I find it really roomy, and I am quite sensitive in thst regard.

4 months ago

As a runner who has some stability needs, I am very happy with Saucony Xodus Ultra 4. Grippy outsole, stable ride, good foam. Seem to be discounted in many places these days..

Reddit IconAcceptable-One-6597
3 months ago

I loved this shoe until they put the rock guard in the toe, now it rubs the shit out my big right toe. Wife has these and loves them. I ran the soles off v1 and v2.

3 months ago

I loved this shoe until they put the rock guard in the toe, now it rubs the shit out my big right toe. Wife has these and loves them. I ran the soles off v1 and v2.

Reddit IconAlertWorldliness2238
3 months ago

If you like inov8 you probably won't get on with Salomon, they are super narrow. The xodus ultra is a good shoe though. Maybe you could try topo vista if you won't need too much grip. They are foot shaped like inov8 and nicely cushioned. To me they support my foot better than the trailfly max, which gives no stability

Reddit Iconalidixon
12 months ago

Hey 👋🏼 thought I’d share my experience with them: https://www.alastairrunning.com/saucony-xodus-ultra-4-review/ - my YouTube review drops on Sunday: https://youtube.com/@alastair.running - let me know if you have any questions on them ✌🏼

Reddit Iconallsq
9 months ago

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.

4 months ago

I run the Brooks Casscadia or the Saucony Xodus

6 months ago

saucony xodus ultra 4 almost the perfect shoe.

Reddit Iconaveragerunner25
6 months ago

You might be happy with Saucony Xodus Ultra 4. I’m not sure they make them in wide, but the standard fit is comfortable for my wide feet!

Reddit Iconbenificialbenefactor
3 months ago

I swear by the Saucony Xodus Ultra. The most comfortable trail shoe I've ever worn.

3 months ago

I love my Saucony ultra Xodus for trails. But really, you should go get fitted at a running shop. Shoes are very specific to the individual.

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