Saucony Men's or Women's Shoes: Guide 15 or Ride 15 Running Shoes

roghue99

Jul 15, 2023 10:12 PM

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roghue99Jul 15, 2023 10:12 PM

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Thank you. I just got 2 pairs of shoes for less than one pair's normal price. This is my running shoe and this deal made me super excited!!

Simoneuo

Jul 15, 2023 10:14 PM

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SimoneuoJul 15, 2023 10:14 PM

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Which model is good for starbucks employee

spiderblood

Jul 16, 2023 1:46 AM

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spiderbloodJul 16, 2023 1:46 AM

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Quote from brucknerfan

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Wrong answer. The Guide 15 isn't suitable for flatfeet. The arch support is too high and places uncomfortable pressure on the arch. Something like the HOKA Mach would be a better choice.

That's what I was thinking don't know why your being thumbed down ,,/

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DB7222

Jul 16, 2023 1:49 AM

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DB7222Jul 16, 2023 1:49 AM

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Got a pair of ride 15 black runshield and freedom 5 navy jackrabbit. Not on your list but same price.

spiderblood

Jul 16, 2023 1:51 AM

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spiderbloodJul 16, 2023 1:51 AM

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Quote from LavenderLake5958

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Do these fit true to size? Every shoe I wear a size 12 but with Hoka mach 5 I have to wear a size 13? Anyone have a similar situation?

I just got the 10 ride and it fits perfect for a 10 to me.If you go up in size any it might be to big but who knows.

SoFetch

Jul 16, 2023 2:27 AM

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SoFetchJul 16, 2023 2:27 AM

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I've gotten the axon 2 and liked it a lot. Tried both guide 15 and ride 15 in store. Both feel good and fit true to size. Ride was lighter. Trying to see which would be nicer for all day on your feet as a nursing student and a tech. Lol. The price is right for someone on the school budget. Lol

ludeicrous

Jul 16, 2023 3:04 AM

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ludeicrousJul 16, 2023 3:04 AM

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Quote from i4k20c

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what kind of shoes would be good for working on your feet all day? say in a nursing home?

Unless you specifically need stability shoes, the Ride 15 is probably preferable to the Guide 15. The Ride 15, although a neutral shoe, is known to be quite stable itself, with foam that, while providing sufficient impact protection (for running forces; will be more than sufficient for walking) is not particularly squishy, relative to its peers in the "daily trainer" segment.

The rubber outsole, while not thick, is Saucony's XT-900 rubber, which lasts fairly well. Depending on your gait (distribution of forces across the sole), you may get 900-1,000 miles out of the outsoles, which is more than you're likely to get out of the EVA-blend midsoles, which may last perhaps 500 miles at most before they permanently compact enough that they lose substantially all of their impact protection. (Obviously, if you drag your feet a lot, the outsoles will not last as long.) Both the Ride 15 and Guide 15 come with insoles with ETPU foam (which is the same material as in adidas' Boost), which, for all practical purposes, will outlast any other part of the shoe (ETPU, from my experience, simply does not noticeably permanently compact, unlike substantially all other foams, including EVAs and the more expensive PEBAs). That said, most of the midsole is the EVA-blend, which will degrade over time and use, probably losing its useful utility before you wear through the outsole.

If your work environment requires dealing with mess (getting shoes stained with mess), you may consider the Ride 15 Runshield, which is a more water-resistant version of the shoe (different upper material). (Not water-proof, but significantly more water-resistant, for, e.g., running in the rain.) It will not be as breathable as the regular Ride 15, but will still be more so than, e.g., wearing most basketball shoes all day. The Ride 15 Runshield is also at the same sale price.

The Freedom 5 is also at the same sale price. Lower stack-height than the Ride/Guide, but, for walking, more than enough. These have PEBA-based midsoles, which is the most premium type of foam currently used in running shoes. Nike running shoes running near $300 use PEBA-based foams. They provide the most "expensive" feel as well, are squishier and bouncier than what you'll find in the Ride/Guide. Again, lower stack-height -- so, midsole not as thick as in Ride/Guide -- but certainly more than enough for walking. And, certainly for those with healthy knees, sufficient for running.

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bendonahower

Jul 16, 2023 8:36 AM

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bendonahowerJul 16, 2023 8:36 AM

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I will never understand why shoe companies make shoes with outlandish colors. Where are plenty of options if your wardrobe coordinates with neon green but there are precious few sizes in black and gray.

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gullzway

Jul 16, 2023 9:10 AM

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gullzwayJul 16, 2023 9:10 AM

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Grabbed another pair of Guides in 12 Wide. The $10 VIP wouldn't apply, but had a $5 off from the pair ordered last week. So these were cheaper. $35.58 total.

Guides are the best I've found for overpronators. True to my size 12.

Last edited by gullzway July 16, 2023 at 02:40 AM.

MattM1317

Jul 16, 2023 5:04 PM

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MattM1317Jul 16, 2023 5:04 PM

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Quote from jmstuewe

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What's the closest model to the Endorphins? I run in Pros, Speeds, and Shifts. I just want a cheap pair of trainers to beat up.

Ride are good daily trainer, of the Endorphins would probably be closest to the Shift.

Kinvara is a fun shoe, but pretty minimal.

Last edited by MattM1317 July 16, 2023 at 10:56 AM.

MattM1317

Jul 16, 2023 5:05 PM

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MattM1317Jul 16, 2023 5:05 PM

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Quote from brucknerfan

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None of these are close to the Endo models. These are casual use kick around shoes. The Ride would be good for dog walks. The Freedom for the gym. The Xodus, mowing the lawn.

Silly answer. The Ride is a great daily trainer for someone that likes the Endorphins but wants to put some cheap miles on a different shoe.

MattM1317

Jul 16, 2023 5:06 PM

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MattM1317Jul 16, 2023 5:06 PM

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Quote from bendonahower

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I will never understand why shoe companies make shoes with outlandish colors. Where are plenty of options if your wardrobe coordinates with neon green but there are precious few sizes in black and gray.

These are mostly running shoes, not lifestyle shoes. My running outfit most of the year is black shorts and a hat, so I like the fun shoe colors

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coopscoop

Jul 16, 2023 9:49 PM

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coopscoopJul 16, 2023 9:49 PM

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Quote from MattM1317

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These are mostly running shoes, not lifestyle shoes. My running outfit most of the year is black shorts and a hat, so I like the fun shoe colors

Yes, and for those who run on streets you want high visibility shoes/clothes. I don't care about bright colors but buy them for the safety element.

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DuskHVACR

Jul 16, 2023 10:35 PM

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DuskHVACRJul 16, 2023 10:35 PM

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I wear 11.5 wide. Would would be the recommended size? First time buying this brand. I walk a lot as well which type would anyone recommend? Any help is appreciated

ANC96

Jul 16, 2023 10:45 PM

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ANC96Jul 16, 2023 10:45 PM

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Quote from LavenderLake5958

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Do these fit true to size? Every shoe I wear a size 12 but with Hoka mach 5 I have to wear a size 13? Anyone have a similar situation?

I agree with everyone else.. go up half a size.
WIsh I knew it when I bought my Endorphines a while ago.
Since then I've purchased 3 more pairs of Saucony in a half size bigger, and they all fit great.

Saucony Men's or Women's Shoes: Guide 15 or Ride 15 Running Shoes

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