Our verdict

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Great!

The Saucony Jazz Originals shoes are as comfortable as they are stylish. The midsole cushioning and the lightweight materials used in the upper work together to provide a cozy experience. It is a comfortable, vintage shoe that might even be used for occasional jogging sessions.

Saucony Peregrine 12 Pros

  • Next level comfort
  • Snug fit
  • Stylish
  • Lightweight
  • Good for light runs
  • Affordable
  • like Saucony Grid models
  • Excellent quality
  • Orthotic-friendly

Saucony Peregrine 12 Cons

  • Black ink runs into the white sole
  • Not too grippy on wet pavements

Saucony Peregrine 12

Grab the Saucony Jazz Original if:

  • you need a sneaker that is orthotic-friendly or with moderate arch support
  • you are looking for an inexpensive iconic model from Saucony
  • you want a lightweight and comfy shoe that can be used for running

Saucony Jazz Original logo

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Foot Patrol x Saucony Shadow 6000 logo tags on the tongue Jazz Court or the Shadow 6000 Saucony Hurricane 11.

Saucony Jazz Original label

You can wear the Jazz Original all day long

Many reviewers say that this model is one of the most comfortable shoes that they have ever worn. Plenty of people mentioned that they loved the snug and comfortable fit of these kicks. 

Saucony Jazz Original padded collar

Saucony Elite x Bodega Pack. 

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A lot like how light the Saucony Jazz Original sneakers feel.

Saucony Jazz Original midsole

Feature Sneaker Boutique in Las Vegas has hooked up with Saucony to 9 oz (255 grams), which is about 2.5oz (70 grams) lighter than the average of the Saucony sneakers on our list.

Saucony Peregrine 12

As a performance shoe, they were as functional as you could get. Now that they have a new life as leisure sneakers, they can rock most outfits and make you look stylish in the process. 

The sneakers have a low-top profile. The leather and suede overlays against the nylon uppers provide some medial and lateral support as well.

Saucony Jazz Original upper

Despite the vintage look, customers say these Saucony Jazz shoes are “absolutely functional” because they are supportive of many physical activities. However, a few users were disappointed with the shoe’s traction, particularly on wet pavement.

Saucony Jazz Original outer sole

Saucony Guide ISO Womens

womens Saucony Omni 20. 

However, some people are disappointed that the black ink from the suede of Saucony Jazz Original sneakers runs into the white soles when the shoe gets wet.

This Saucony shoe is perfect for those who need arch support

More than half of those who have left reviews say that this model provides moderate arch support. Custom orthotic insoles also work well with Jazz Originals, a few buyers have remarked.

You will not be let down when it comes to quality

An overwhelming majority have given an almost perfect average satisfaction score to the Jazz Original shoes by Saucony. Those who own more than one pair of Saucony Jazz Originals note that the quality is consistent.

Saucony Jazz Original laces