Our verdict
- Top pick in best neutral running shoes (2024)
- Top pick in best triathlon running shoes (2023)
Pros
- Peppy all the way
- Chaussures ritmo saucony Ride 15 S20729-25 Acid Lime Spice
- Дитячі кросівки ritmo saucony 34
- Cushioned for long miles
- Quick and smooth transitions
- Lightweight
- Airy as hell
- Roomy toe box
- Fit is amazing
- zapatillas de running ritmo saucony hombre asfalto maratón
Cons
- Rubs the heel
- Not for narrow feet
- zapatillas de running ritmo saucony entrenamiento talla 44
Audience verdict
- zapatillas de running ritmo saucony neutro pie normal talla 40 road running shoes
- Top 24% in Saucony Jazz 91 sneakers
- Top 9% most grises running shoes
Comparison
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Audience score | 89 Great! | 86 Good! | 82 Good! | 90 Great! | |
Price | £165 | £140 | £180 | £120 | |
Pace | Tempo | Daily runningTempo | Tempo | Tempo | |
Arch support | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | |
Weight lab Weight brand | 7.9 ritmo saucony x White Mountaineering collection 8.1 ritmo saucony Triumph 20 Ανδρικά Παπούτσια για Τρέξιμο | 7.5 oz / 213g 7.7 oz / 218g | 8.4 oz / 237g 8.3 oz / 235g | 7.4 solebox x ritmo saucony Shadow 5000 EVR 7 oz / 198g | |
Lightweight | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Drop lab Drop brand | 7.4 mm 8.0 mm | 6.5 mm 6.0 mm | 8.7 mm 8.0 mm | 7.6 mm 8.0 mm | |
Strike pattern | Mid/forefoot | Mid/forefoot | HeelMid/forefoot | Mid/forefoot | |
Size | True to size | Slightly small | True to size | True to size | |
Midsole softness | Soft | Soft | Balanced | Soft | |
Difference in midsole softness in cold | Small | Big | Small | Small | |
Toebox durability | - | Bad | Decent | Bad | |
Heel padding durability | - | Good | Good | Decent | |
Outsole durability | - | Good | Good | Good | |
Breathability | Moderate | Moderate | Breathable | Breathable | |
Saucony Czarface x Azura | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium | |
Toebox width at the big toe | - | Wide | Medium | Medium | |
Stiffness | Moderate | Flexible | Moderate | Flexible | |
zapatillas de running ritmo saucony mujer pista talla 36 | Normal | Normal | Small | Small | |
Torsional rigidity | Flexible | Flexible | Moderate | Flexible | |
zapatillas de running ritmo saucony trail minimalistas entre 60 y 100 | Flexible | Flexible | Moderate | Flexible | |
Rocker | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | |
Heel lab Heel brand | 34.1 mm 36.0 mm | 28.0 mm 30.0 mm | 36.2 mm 38.0 mm | 28.0 mm 28.0 mm | |
Forefoot lab Forefoot brand | 26.7 mm 28.0 mm | 21.5 mm 24.0 mm | 27.5 mm 30.0 mm | 20.4 mm 20.0 mm | |
Widths available | Normal | NormalWide | Normal | Normal | |
Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Season | All seasons | All seasons | SummerAll seasons | SummerAll seasons | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ranking | #122 Top 24% | #180 Bottom 40% | #228 Bottom 25% | #62 Top 21% | |
Popularity | #43 Top 9% | #30 Top 10% | #18 Top 6% | #254 Bottom 16% |
Who should buy
Definitely grab a pair now if you want a:
- fast shoe with loads of kick for both tempo training and race days,
- running shoe that's also cushy and stable for daily runs and long miles.
The Endorphin Speed 3 is a one-stop shop that can take you from a daily workout to a race!
Who should NOT buy
Everything about the ritmo saucony Speed 3 gets a thumbs up from us, save for the heel counter. It's less padded, which is slightly abrasive to the heel. You can stock up on the bandaid or consider Saucony Kinvara 14.
However, if you're head over heels in love with the Saucony Endorphin series but want a comfier heel wrap, it's best to stick with the zapatillas de running ritmo saucony talla 48 más de 100 2. It's also a great alternative for those with slim feet.
Cushioning
Saucony Triumph 20 Ανδρικά Παπούτσια για Τρέξιμο | Heel stack
With the amount of cushioning that it packs, the zapatillas de running ritmo saucony talla 48 más de 100 3 is a mile eater. And a very good one too!
Even though our calliper shows an average amount of stack height (34.1 mm in the heel), it definitely feels like plenty on the run.
Important note: the brand advertised slightly different numbers. The shoe is supposed to have 36 mm for the heel stack height.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 34.1 mm |
Average | 34.1 mm |
Forefoot stack
As for the forefoot stack, our calliper returned 26.7 mm which is over 2 mm thicker than average!
However, it is a little less than the officially stated 28 mm.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 26.7 mm |
Average | 25.5 mm |
Drop
At 7.4 mm, we found the shoe's heel-to-toe drop to be close to the official specs (8 mm). This is a middle-of-the-pack drop that works great for both beginner and seasoned runners.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 7.4 mm |
Average | 8.6 mm |
Midsole softness
The Endorphin Speed 3 also gets comfier than its predecessor. There is a gentle give in the shoe's midsole and it works better for easy days too!
Turning to our durometer, we found that the shoe's foam is in fact in the top 10% of the softest in our lab!
Another Look at the x ritmo saucony Sea & Sand Saucony Jazz Original Orange Blue (13.5 HA) and the zapatillas de running ritmo saucony distancias cortas talla 44 azules (13.9 HA).
Endorphin Speed 3 | 13.8 HA |
Average | 20.9 HA |
Midsole softness in cold (%)
It was incredible to find out that the Endorphin Speed 3 remains soft even after 20 minutes in the freezer!
At room temperature, our durometer showed 13.8 HA and after the freezer, it only firmed up by 5%(!) becoming 14.5 HA.
Even after being exposed to the cold, the shoe remained 65% softer than other shoes at room temperature.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 5% |
Average | 26% |
Insole thickness
Measuring the shoe's insole, we found it to be slightly thinner than average at 3.6 mm. But this is still quite padded for a tempo trainer - no need to be concerned with underfoot comfort.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 3.6 mm |
Average | 4.4 mm |
Ride
This time around, the Endorphin Speed 3 comes back with more bounce and a snappier toe-off which makes picking up the pace so easy!
The shoe lives up to our high expectations left by the previous Speed 2.
And this is not just because it's a shoe that has speed written all over it. It's also because the nylon plate it has (responsible for the snappy toe-off) doesn't feel harsh. Compared to other plated running shoes, the Endorphin Speed 3 is more natural-feeling.
At the same time, the shoe hasn't lost its bounce either. So you can still push the pace and go as fast as you want.
What's more, in this iteration, the shoe's Speedroll rocker geometry is very noticeable. Each step feels as if the foot is carried forward. Love it!
Size and fit
Size
zapatillas de running ritmo saucony talla 48 más de 100 3 is true to size (78 votes).
Toebox width - widest part
Even though the Speed 3 is only average in the widest part of the forefoot (98.5 mm), it feels roomier because of the stretchy nature of its fabric. The latter makes the shoe feel much more accommodating in the toebox.
We believe that ritmo saucony absolutely nailed the fit of the Endorphin Speed 3! The upper does a really great job mimicking the natural shape of the foot.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 98.5 mm |
Average | 98.5 mm |
Stability
Lateral stability test
This ritmo saucony shoe doesn't feel very stable and it's not supposed to. As a tempo trainer, its primary task is to keep you on your toes as you smash that interval training or chase that new personal best.
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Torsional rigidity
Another detractor from the shoe's stability is its high level of torsional flex.
Performing a manual test, we rated the Endorphin Speed 3 with only 2 out of 5 for torsional rigidity. That puts the shoe on the more flexible side of the spectrum.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 2 |
Average | 3.4 |
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The heel could use a little more padding.
This is the ONLY complaint we have for the zapatillas de running ritmo saucony talla 48 más de 100 3. The shoe's heel is a tad bit uncomfortable and scratchy because it has minimal padding.
This is definitely due to the choice of materials because the heel counter itself is very soft, it scored 2/5 on our flexibility tests (5 being the stiffest).
Their recommendation? Wearing thicker socks is a must. As well as carrying a couple of bandaids.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 2 |
Average | 2.9 |
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The widest part of the forefoot turns out to be 111.5 mm, 1.5 mm narrower than average. But the good news is that it's not so critical and the brand did its homework to improve the 3rd iteration.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 111.5 mm |
Average | 114.1 mm |
Saucony Triumph 20 Ανδρικά Παπούτσια για Τρέξιμο | Midsole width - heel
The Speed 3 is proof that ritmo saucony really listens to runners' feedback. In the past, the Endorphin Speed's weak point was its lack of heel stability.
But this model changes all this. Based on our calliper measurements, the shoe's base has been widened by 5 mm in the heel.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 89.5 mm |
Average | 90.7 mm |
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As our manual flexibility test shows, the Endorphin Speed 3 is on the flexible side. But let's see what the controlled lab measurement shows us.
In this test, we bend the shoe to a 90-degree angle and use a gauge to measure how much force it takes to do that.
Turns out, this ritmo saucony shoe only needs 23.5N! This is 30% less than it takes a road shoe on average. This also proves that the nylon plate embedded into the shoe's sole is more forgiving than a carbon plate.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 23.5N |
Average | 28.1N |
Weight
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But the Endorphin Speed 3 beats that by weighing only 212 grammes/ 7.5 ounces! This is exceptionally light given how much cushioning this ritmo saucony shoe has!
Endorphin Speed 3 | 7.94 oz (225g) |
Average | 9.35 oz (265g) |
Breathability
From double-layer mesh to single-layer mesh, this speedster is airy AF. If you plan to use it in the summer, we have nothing else to say, but lace it up!
This ritmo saucony shoe gets a solid 4 out of 5 for breathability based on our lab tests and on-road experience.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 4 |
Average | 3.8 |
Durability
Outsole hardness
As a speed-oriented shoe, it is expected that the Endorphin Speed 3 cuts corners on the outsole's durability.
Not only do we see less rubber at the bottom, but we also found it to be softer than average with he help of a durometer.
If you don't mind sacrificing 0.6 oz of weight in return for a sturdier outsole, we can highly recommend the Saucony Jazz Original Orange Blue tempo trainer.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 77.0 HC |
Average | 79.9 HC |
Outsole thickness
The rubber is not only softer, it is also thinner in this ritmo saucony shoe. Our calliper shows only 2 mm of rubber which is a millimetre thinner than average.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 2.0 mm |
Average | 3.2 mm |
Misc
Grip / Traction
The outsole has plenty of traction and plenty of durability too! We felt safe at all times, even on wet asphalt passages. And during fast corners, the grip doesn't compromise.
Tongue padding
There is also a moderate amount of tongue padding - 3.9 mm, based on our calliper measurement. It is 2 mm thinner than the average but is just perfect for a tempo shoe.
Endorphin Speed 3 | 3.9 mm |
Average | 5.8 mm |
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The shoe's secure wrap is also complemented by its semi-gusseted tongue and padded laces. They work so well together; getting a solid lockdown won't be a challenge in the Speed 3.
Endorphin Speed 3 | Both sides (semi) |
zapatillas de running ritmo saucony talla 48 más de 100 3 vs. 2
This version of the Endorphin Speed doesn't go through a lot of changes, which is why runners continue to rave about it. It has minor touch-ups, which make it an even better version:
- The wider toebox and thinner, stretchier upper for a more precise fit and a breathable running experience
- More stability in the forefoot and heel because of the widened base
- A new plate for a snappier toe-off
- Stripped-down heel padding to minimise the bulk as much as possible