Saucony Endorphin Pro 3

Saucony Endorphin Pro 3

Price$225
Weight7.2oz / 204g
Drop8mm
TypeRacing
Pros & cons
✓ What testers liked
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    Performance (55.1%): Outstanding forward propulsion driven by the full-length carbon plate and aggressive Speedroll geometry, heavily praised for marathon racing and hitting personal bests.
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    Plush Comfort & PWRRUN PB Cushioning (41.4%): Thick stack of beaded PWRRUN PB foam offering high-impact absorption and soft underfoot comfort over long distances.
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    Lightweight Construction (24.1%): Ultra-lightweight build that makes turnover feel fast and unencumbered (especially women's).
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    Bounce, Energy Return & Roll (24.1%): Responsive spring and smooth, rolling heel-to-toe transitions driven by the Speedroll technology.
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    Breathable (18.9%): Highly airy, porous upper mesh providing excellent airflow and foot lockdown in hot weather (especially women's).
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    Aesthetics (15.1%): Eye-catching, vibrant colorways and sleek racing design (especially women's).
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    Platform Stability & Control (11.5%): Wider forefoot base providing noticeably better stability and cornering confidence than earlier versions.
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    Joint Relief & Fatigue Reduction (10.5%): High impact dampening that protects legs, knees, and ankles from fatigue during high-mileage runs (especially women's).
✕ Where it falls short
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    Durability (18.1%): Exposed foam scuffing or thin outsole rubber wearing down faster than expected on high-mileage road runs (especially women's).
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    Fit (14.1%): Runs Small / Narrow. Snug toe box and low-volume forefoot requiring runners to size up by half a size (especially women's).
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    Heel Friction, Slippage & Blisters (8.2%): Minimalist heel counter padding occasionally causing heel rub, slippage, or blistering.
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    Value (6.6%): Premium price tag ($225+) making it an expensive option for non-race training miles (especially women's).
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    Narrow Midfoot / Ankle Instability (4.4%): High stack height creating slight wobbliness on sharp turns or uneven surfaces.
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    Noise (1.2%): Minor slap or squeaking sound on smooth paved surfaces.
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AnonymousLikeMay 21, 2023
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