Saucony Grid Trigon 3 Ride | Our verdict
Pros
- Peppy all the way
- Comfy for easy days
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- Quick and smooth transitions
- Lightweight
- Airy as hell
- Roomy toe box
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Cons
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- Not for narrow feet
- No reflective details
Audience verdict
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Comparison
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Audience score | 89 Great! | 87 Great! | 84 Good! | 85 Good! | |
Price | $160 | $150 | $170 | $160 | |
Pace | Speed training | Speed training | Speed training | Speed training | |
Arch support | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | |
Weight labWeight brand | 7.9 oz / 225g8.1 oz / 229g | 5.3 oz / 149g4.9 oz / 139g | 8.4 oz / 237g8.3 oz / 235g | 6 oz / 171g6 oz / 171g | |
Lightweight | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Drop labDrop brand | 7.4 mm8.0 mm | 7.8 mm6.0 mm | 8.7 mm8.0 mm | 6.3 mm6.0 mm | |
Strike pattern | Mid/forefoot | Mid/forefoot | Mid/forefootHeel | Mid/forefoot | |
Midsole softness | Soft | Average | Average | Soft | |
Difference in midsole softness in cold | Very small | Very small | Very small | Average | |
Toebox durability | - | Very bad | Decent | - | |
Heel padding durability | - | Good | Very good | - | |
Outsole durability | - | Decent | Decent | - | |
Breathability | Good | Good | Very good | Very good | |
Saucony Shadow 5000 For The People Friends & Family | Average | Narrow | Average | Average | |
Toebox width at the big toe | - | Average | Average | Average | |
Stiffness | Average | Flexible | Average | Flexible | |
Difference in stiffness in cold | Average | Very small | Very small | Average | |
Torsional rigidity | Flexible | Very flexible | Average | Very flexible | |
Saucony x ALIFE SHADOW 6000 S70679-1 ¥15 | Flexible | Very flexible | Average | Very flexible | |
Rocker | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Heel labHeel brand | 34.1 mm36.0 mm | 25.2 mm25.0 mm | 36.2 mm38.0 mm | 31.7 mm32.0 mm | |
Forefoot labForefoot brand | 26.7 mm28.0 mm | 17.4 mm19.0 mm | 27.5 mm30.0 mm | 25.4 mm26.0 mm | |
Widths available | Normal | Normal | Normal | Normal | |
Orthotic friendly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Season | Summer | Summer | Summer | Summer | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ranking | #67 Top 18% | #89 Top 37% | #145 Bottom 41% | #121 Top 49% | |
Popularity | #15 Top 4% | #179 Bottom 27% | #13 Top 6% | #96 Top 39% |
Who should buy
Definitely grab a pair now if you want a:
- fast shoe with loads of kick for both speed training and race days,
- running shoe that's also cushy and stable for daily runs and long miles.
The Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue is a one-stop shop that can take you from a daily workout to a race!
Saucony Grid Trigon 3 Ride | Who should NOT buy
Everything defining the 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 Saucony Endorphin Speed 2. It's also a great alternative for those with slim feet.
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 Saucony shoe gets a solid 4 out of 5 for breathability based on our lab tests and on-road experience.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 4 |
Average | 3.8 |
Durability
Outsole hardness
As a speed-oriented shoe, it is expected that the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue 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 Disappointed that Saucony has limited selection in 2e wide shoes speed trainer.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 77.0 HC |
Average | 80.3 HC |
Outsole thickness
The rubber is not only softer, it is also thinner in this Saucony shoe. Our caliper shows only 2 mm of rubber which is a millimeter thinner than average.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 2.0 mm |
Average | 3.2 mm |
Weight
On average, speed trainers weigh in at 248 grams/8.7 ounces.
But the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue beats that by weighing only 212 grams/ 7.5 ounces! This is exceptionally light given how much cushioning this Saucony shoe has!
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 7.94 oz (225g) |
Average | 9.35 oz (265g) |
Cushioning
Heel stack
With the amount of cushioning that it packs, the Saucony Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue is a mile eater. And a very good one too!
Even though our caliper 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.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 34.1 mm |
Average | 33.6 mm |
Forefoot stack
As for the forefoot stack, our caliper returned 26.7 mm which is over 2 mm thicker than average!
However, it is a little less than the officially stated 28 mm.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 26.7 mm |
Average | 24.9 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.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 7.4 mm |
Average | 8.7 mm |
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 speed trainer - no need to be concerned with underfoot comfort.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 3.6 mm |
Average | 4.4 mm |
Midsole softness
The Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue 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!
With a reading of 13.8 HA, the Endorohin Speed 3 is on par with shoes like Disappointed that Saucony has limited selection in 2e wide shoes (13.5 HA) and the PUMA Deviate Nitro Elite 2 (13.9 HA).
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 13.8 HA |
Average | 21.4 HA |
Difference in midsole softness in cold
It was incredible to find out that the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue 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.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 5.1% |
Average | 25.7% |
Ride
This time around, the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue 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 Si estás buscando unas zapatillas de running asfalto Saucony para correr, Saucony Grid Web 'Vizi Red'.
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!
Stability
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This Saucony shoe doesn't feel very stable and it's not supposed to. As a speed trainer, its primary task is to keep you on your toes as you smash that interval training or chase that new personal best.
There is not much stability to lean on when you decide to slow down.
Torsional rigidity
Another detractor from the shoe's stability is its high level of torsional flex.
Performing a manual test, we rated the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue with only 2 out of 5 for torsional rigidity. That puts the shoe on the more flexible side of the spectrum.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 2 |
Average | 3.2 |
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The heel could use a little more padding.
This is the ONLY complaint we have for the Saucony Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue. 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.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 2 |
Average | 2.8 |
Midsole width in the forefoot
We also found that the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue runs slightly narrow in its platform.
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.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 111.5 mm |
Average | 113.6 mm |
Midsole width in the heel
The Speed 3 is proof that 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 caliper measurements, the shoe's base has been widened by 5 mm in the heel.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 89.5 mm |
Average | 90.5 mm |
Flexibility
Stiffness
As our manual flexibility test shows, the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue 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 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.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 23.5N |
Average | 29.3N |
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.
Size and fit
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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 Saucony absolutely nailed the fit of the Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue! The upper does a really great job mimicking the natural shape of the foot.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 98.5 mm |
Average | 98.3 mm |
Tongue: gusset type
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.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | Both sides (semi) |
Comfort
Tongue padding
There is also a moderate amount of tongue padding - 3.9 mm, based on our caliper measurement. It is 2 mm thinner than the average but is just perfect for a speed shoe.
Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue | 3.9 mm |
Average | 5.6 mm |
Saucony Saucony VIZIPRO Endorphin Shift 3 in Blue vs. 2
This version of the Endorphin Speed doesn't go through a lot of changes, which is why runners continue to rave defining 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 minimize the bulk as much as possible