5.0 out of 5 stars Great comfort and performance for this casual runner

2026-02-11    -Interwebz Admin

I am not a huge running fan, but I do a 5k every Thanksgiving with some friends, and a 10k in the spring just to be able to say I did it. I was overdue for new shoes, figured I'd try out a plated shoe, this one came recommended as the optimal compromise between sheer performance and performance-robbing excessive comfort. I have been very impressed with it compared to the Brooks shoes it replaced. I trained for about four weeks before Thanksgiving, running about 20 miles/week with an even split between longer and slower, and fast intervals. It felt more comfortable, faster, while ever so slightly less stable than my various Brooks shoes. What I mean by the stability critique is it's a pretty lightweight mesh-based top, and there is not as much show contacting the ground, so yes it may wobble around a bit more if you haven't got your foot plants dialed in.Most of my training miles were in the 8-9 minute range, my intervals were closer to max effort, both felt great. On race day I bested my PR from a few years ago with a 5k at 7:10/mi pace, and can safely say I am not in the running condition I was in back then, so I'm very pleased with the shoe.For reference, I'm a mid-foot striker, ~135lb.

5.0 out of 5 stars Race day shoe!

2026-02-03    -Karla Velis

Ran my second marathon with these. Def a good amount cushion. Amazing race day shoe

4.0 out of 5 stars If you are mid-to-forefoot striker these will make you faster

2026-02-24    -JustRidingAlong

I'm a sample of one. Male 5'9", 139lbs and 68 years old, who's only been running for about 2 years now. Noticed a definite 5-10 seconds per mile faster with the carbon plate and toe-off design in this shoe. Weight is down from the Saucony Speed 4 which is my normal trainer.Cushioning seems soft at slower speeds but firms up and provides noticeable rebound at higher speeds. Personally, I couldn't use this as my normal daily (slower mileage) training. Not sure how it would feel or perform if one's weight was substantially higher. I'm sure there is a range of speeds and body weight where the performance aspects kick in. I can see having too light a bodyweight as being an issue.Noticed my lower leg muscles went through a 2-3 week adjustment period of running in these. Have gone 5k, 10k and half-marathon distances in this. One has to have a high foot turnover rate and be a forefoot striker to get best benefit from this. Rear foot strikers I have no idea but it's definitely squishy in the rear when just walking.5k time down from 22:01 to 21:28, 10k time down from 46:00 to 45:16. I've only used these to train out to 13 miles and have no official before and after half marathon data.I primarily use these for race day, every other week some intervals or tempo work, and the occasional long runs out to 13 miles where I am time trialing my fitness.

Favourite road running shoe

2025-12-25    -RDS

An expensive shoe, only suitable for road running, but easily my favourite. Extremely light, surprisingly well cushioned, and much improved over the Pro 3 with a good grip and more substantial top section. Increases my running speeds by somewhere in the region of 5 to 10 %.Have not run in the pair supplied yet but know from past experience of this model that they will run good distances straight out of the box. Bought forward a replacement order to avoid price increases forecast to take place owing to the trade tariff wars.Good supplier, Czech based, but delivered very quickly and can be recommended without hesitation.

5.0 out of 5 stars Lightweight, Comfortable, and Perfect for Every Run!

2026-01-24    -Justin w Tomlinson

I absolutely love these shoes; they fit like a glove! I’m a big guy runner, 6’ 240 lbs, running a sub-25 5k, and these shoes increased my running time around 5% or more.Some other reasons I love them so much: they provide great arch support, are extremely comfortable while I’m running, and are breathable. It feels literally like they are propelling you forward.I would recommend these to anybody who’s looking for a great, breathable running shoe that has a lot of support and an amazing bounce to them.

5.0 out of 5 stars Endorphin Pro 4

2026-02-02    -Boyd Berghaus

These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. They offer support and stability and yet they are very light weight. And when I wear them I always get compliments on them and how they look.

2024 Shoe of the Year

2026-01-22    -Kai Zheng

Highly recommend!

Amazing Supershoe

2026-01-06    -Prayag

I ran a 3:54 marathon in Bangalore Marathon '24 and a 3:48 marahton in Mumbai '25. All with this shoe. I did a 5:02 marathon in Ladakh in Sept'25, as well. After several marathons, neither did the rubber or the midsole have shown any significant signs of wear and tear. There is bounce and there is comfort. Love these.

4.0 out of 5 stars If you are mid-to-forefoot striker these will make you faster

2026-01-09    -JustRidingAlong

I'm a sample of one. Male 5'9", 139lbs and 68 years old, who's only been running for about 2 years now. Noticed a definite 5-10 seconds per mile faster with the carbon plate and toe-off design in this shoe. Weight is down from the Saucony Speed 4 which is my normal trainer.Cushioning seems soft at slower speeds but firms up and provides noticeable rebound at higher speeds. Personally, I couldn't use this as my normal daily (slower mileage) training. Not sure how it would feel or perform if one's weight was substantially higher. I'm sure there is a range of speeds and body weight where the performance aspects kick in. I can see having too light a bodyweight as being an issue.Noticed my lower leg muscles went through a 2-3 week adjustment period of running in these. Have gone 5k, 10k and half-marathon distances in this. One has to have a high foot turnover rate and be a forefoot striker to get best benefit from this. Rear foot strikers I have no idea but it's definitely squishy in the rear when just walking.5k time down from 22:01 to 21:28, 10k time down from 46:00 to 45:16. I've only used these to train out to 13 miles and have no official before and after half marathon data.I primarily use these for race day, every other week some intervals or tempo work, and the occasional long runs out to 13 miles where I am time trialing my fitness.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great comfort and performance for this casual runner

2026-01-30    -Interwebz Admin

I am not a huge running fan, but I do a 5k every Thanksgiving with some friends, and a 10k in the spring just to be able to say I did it. I was overdue for new shoes, figured I'd try out a plated shoe, this one came recommended as the optimal compromise between sheer performance and performance-robbing excessive comfort. I have been very impressed with it compared to the Brooks shoes it replaced. I trained for about four weeks before Thanksgiving, running about 20 miles/week with an even split between longer and slower, and fast intervals. It felt more comfortable, faster, while ever so slightly less stable than my various Brooks shoes. What I mean by the stability critique is it's a pretty lightweight mesh-based top, and there is not as much show contacting the ground, so yes it may wobble around a bit more if you haven't got your foot plants dialed in.Most of my training miles were in the 8-9 minute range, my intervals were closer to max effort, both felt great. On race day I bested my PR from a few years ago with a 5k at 7:10/mi pace, and can safely say I am not in the running condition I was in back then, so I'm very pleased with the shoe.For reference, I'm a mid-foot striker, ~135lb.