Saucony Endorphin Rift

Saucony Endorphin Rift review: what runners say

Fit

Sock-like fit with good lockdown at the heel and midfoot. The toe box is not among the widest in the trail category: on long descents some runners report toe contact with the front of the shoe.

Feel

The PWRRUN PB foam delivers bounce and smooth roll on hard, packed surfaces thanks to the Speedroll geometry. On soft or muddy terrain the foam's benefit drops off noticeably.

Durability

Sources provide no expected mileage figures. The PWRTRAC compound and overall construction are described as solid; testing covers 50–60 km with no signs of degradation detected.

Best for

Mixed trail with a predominance of hard, packed surfaces; road-to-trail. Suited to training paces and medium-to-long races (15 km and beyond) on moderately technical terrain; less appropriate for deep mud or highly technical ground.

Weak points

High price relative to the actual versatility on offer. Insufficient forefoot lockdown for some foot shapes on descents; runners also note the lacing system requires some adjustment.

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