Saucony Endorphin Elite 2

Saucony · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 91/100 based on 4 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 197 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 7.5 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: PWRRUN PB
  • Official Retail MSRP: $300 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (197 g)
  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Remarkable featherweight build (197 g) for effortless accelerations

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Requires an active stride to fully load the plate
  • Premium retail price point ($300)
  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • The Running Collective : 99.3 / 100 — « In Saucony's race & marathon lineup, the Endorphin Elite 2 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. A smart choice for runners looking for a 7.5 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
  • Running Lab : 92.3 / 100 — « Pairing Saucony's PWRRUN PB platform with a 7.5 mm drop, the Endorphin Elite 2 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (197 g, a 7.5 mm drop). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $300. »
  • Solereview : 92.7 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 7.5 mm drop and weighing 197 g, the Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (197 g, a 7.5 mm drop). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $300. »
  • RunRepeat : 91.6 / 100 — « We've seen it all in the lab after testing hundreds of shoes, but the Endorphin Elite 2 still managed to surprise us in a big way. It’s not the best all-around super shoe, but the new ultra-soft foam creates a mind-blowing running experience. Sure, the price is steep and its lack of stability can be risky, yet we believe the fun and performance it delivers is worth it. In fact, Saucony has crafted a wild super shoe no one else has dared to make... until now. »

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