Saucony
Xodus Ultra 3

Saucony
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.
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.
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.
I find it really roomy, and I am quite sensitive in thst regard.
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..
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.
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.
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
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 ✌🏼
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.
I run the Brooks Casscadia or the Saucony Xodus
saucony xodus ultra 4 almost the perfect shoe.
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!
I swear by the Saucony Xodus Ultra. The most comfortable trail shoe I've ever worn.
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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