Saucony Endorphin Speed 2

Saucony · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 85/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 229 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 9.2 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: PWRRUN PB
  • Official Retail MSRP: $190 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Well-controlled weight (229 g) that stays effortless over long miles
  • PWRRUN PB cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Standout lightweight build for its category (229 g)

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • Believe in the Run : 86.3 / 100 — « Across our race & marathon testing on road, the Saucony Endorphin Speed 2 hits the sweet spot for race & marathon miles with a dialed-in upper fit and a 9.2 mm drop. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
  • RunRepeat : 85.6 / 100 — « A tempo trainer and a race day shoe? Take both in the Endorphin Speed 2. After pacing it through, this shoe proved itself a star in speed, responsiveness, and durability. It literally sends me flying through the blocks! Even better, it's unlike any speed-oriented shoe I have tested - it doesn't forgo comfort in favor of lightness and agility! »
  • RoadTrailRun : 84.2 / 100 — « Pairing Saucony's PWRRUN PB platform with a 9.2 mm drop, the Endorphin Speed 2 pairs a fluid forefoot roll with leg-saving PWRRUN PB cushioning (229 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $190. »

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