Saucony progrid ride 311/7/2022 ![]() I especially liked the more open pattern on the bottom of the shoe that provided some great traction as I ran through some sprinkler soaked streets on my training run, but the grid was not too tight to pick up a lot of small stones when I transitioned to the crushed granite trail. The outsole is made from lightweight blown rubber that adds a nice mixture of cushioning and durability. The “Ride” also features the SRC Xtra Forefoot Cushioning system that provides for a smooth toe off. Saucony includes their Heel ProGrid™ technology in the “Ride”, which is designed to absorb impact, dissipate shock and set the foot up for a smooth transition from heel to toe. The Midsole is where a lot of the “action is” in this shoe. The sockliner is antimicrobial and breathable, which reduces any odor while providing a nice cushioned ride. It is a performance apparel fabric that provides a nice skin to skin feel around the collar of the shoe and promotes wicking of any moisture which is a huge “win” down here in Austin throughout the summer months. The upper boasts what Saucony describes as a Hydrator Collar Lining. There are a lot of technical goodies in the “Ride”. The sizing of the “Ride” appears to be spot on. The toe-box in the Ride is nice and roomy, extremely comfortable. Going up ascents or down descents a tight toe area can lead to rubbing on the front of your toes and problems with your toe nails if they are too long and untrimmed. ![]() But it is truly roomy and comfortable, not narrow and pinching as some shoes can be. I don’t want to describe the toe box area as “wide” as that may give the wrong impression. The shoe has a nice snug fit in the heel area and a nice toe-box. ![]() It does not include any stability or rigidity to correct pronation or supination, just a “neutral cushioned” shoe as Runners World would describe it. The “Ride” is designed as a solid everyday training shoe for the Neutral runner. Zip right in, zip right out and be on our way. ![]() Long enough to get a feel for the shoes, but not too long that if I was going to develop a hot-spot or a blister from an ill-fit or a mis-stitch somewhere, it wouldn’t turn into too bad a situation.Īs my trusty Brooks Ghost 3’s were nearing their retirement age of 300 miles, Little Miss Landry and I took a ride over to Hill Country Running here in Austin to duck in and pick up a new pair of size 9’s that would take us through the beginning of summer and to the start of NYC Marathon training. I try not to run more than 8 or 10 miles in a brand new pair, which puts me in that 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minute range. For me, I usually don’t require too long a break-in period, especially with some of my heavier trainers. Feet pumping away along the street or trail with the maximum cushioning and responsiveness in a never worn before pair of shoes. Out of 250 +/- runs and races that I complete every year, the first run in a new pair of trainers is always a favorite of mine. There is nothing like a new pair of running shoes.
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