Saucony

Endorphin Speed 3

Daily trainer · Neutral · Road · 7.9 oz · 8mm drop · 38/30mm stack

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

/ 5

Exceptional

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Exceptional (99/100)

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99/100
Overall

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Exceptional (99/100)

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99
Appearance

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Exceptional (98/100)

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98
Comfort

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Exceptional (97/100)

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97
Cushioning

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Exceptional (97/100)

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97
Durability

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Very good (87/100)

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Scores better than 85% of shoes

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87
Value

Value rating

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Very good (87/100)

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Scores better than 84% of shoes

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87

Prefer this shoe over another

57% 21/37

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Most reviewers like this shoe more than their last shoe.
  • One of the most popular shoes among LetsRun.com readers.
  • Rated among the top 5% of shoes overall.
  • Rated among the top 5% of shoes on comfort.
  • Rated among the top 10% of shoes on cushioning.

Cons

Reader Ratings

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Favorite workout shoe

Anonymous runner · Dec 11, 2024

5/5

Overall

Great shoes for speed and threshold track workouts as well as long runs. My go-to shoe.

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
3/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5

Comfortable, Light, and Springy

Anonymous runner · Nov 13, 2024

5/5

Overall

I loved the Endorphin Speed 2s for their lightness, speed, and rolling effect to propel me forward. I was nervous about trying the 3s because I loved the 2s so much, and at first I found the 3s a little stiffer. Over a few runs, however, they became light and springy. I always reach for these in long runs and speed workouts because of their energy return and overall comfort. 

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
5/5

Far Inferior to the Speed 2

Anonymous runner · Nov 12, 2024

4/5

Overall

WHY did Saucony ever replace the Endorphin Speed 2s, which were the best lightweight trainers ever? The 3s are less comfortable, less durable, and have less "speed" than the 2s. The outsole is already worn through on the heel after 250 miles, whereas the same place on my older Speed 2s was still intact after 600 miles. Plus they sometimes make my achilles sore.

Comfort
4/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
3/5
Appearance
4/5
Value
4/5

Possibly my favorite, most versatile shoe ever

Anonymous runner · Jun 20, 2024

5/5

Overall

I've used this for 20 mile long runs, tempo runs, track day, easy days.  It's comfy, nicely cushioned, has that bit of support that I like/need.  If you want just a single shoe in your quiver... this is the one.  

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
4/5
Durability
4/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
4/5

Love this sgoe

Anonymous runner · Jun 18, 2024

5/5

Overall

Fast, light, comfortable I want to wear it for all runs, tempo, intervals and long

Comfort
5/5
Cushioning
5/5
Durability
5/5
Appearance
5/5
Value
5/5

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Shoe properties
Type
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Pronation
Neutral
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Weight
7.9 oz M
7.3 oz M Lightest
9.4 oz M
Stack
38/30mm
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Drop
8mm
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Release
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Ratings
Overall
Exceptional (>99%) Best overall
Exceptional (98%)
Exceptional (98%)
Comfort
Excellent (97%)
Excellent (95%)
Exceptional (98%) Best comfort
Cushioning
Excellent (96%)
Excellent (92%)
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Durability
Very good (85%) Best durability
Very good (84%)
Very good (85%)
Appearance
Exceptional (98%) Best appearance
Excellent (93%)
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Value
Very good (84%)
Excellent (91%) Best value
Good (71%)
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