Customer Reviews Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

I love the way this shoe feels while running but I give it two stars. For the price, the durability is poor. The logo started to peel off just after a couple uses.

I wanted to like these, but after wearing a few times at work, my feet and legs ache

I have worn saucing running shoes for 15 years. I always wear a size 7. Size 7 was too small. The right shoe squeaks every time a step down. First time I have not been happy with my shoes.

I bought these shoes about a month ago to wear for a half marathon race. I have put about 100 miles in the Endorphin Speed 2 and loved them, so I had high expectations for the 3s and needless to say I am really disappointed. One of the things that is noticably different is that these shoes have no bounce. I am not sure if its the foam or the new plate but they just feel squishy. The highlight of the 2 was how easy it was to get into a rhythm because the bounce of the midsole seemed to just propel you along. Not with the 3. I feel like they tried way too hard to accommodate all those who were using it as a daily trainer and forgot it was a shoe for speed and tempo days. Unfortunately I will probably continue to use my old 2s for now and just toss these aside. I expected a whole lot more, especially at this price point.

I really wanted to give these shoes a better rating but there are just too many flaws. The pros of the shoe: they are lightweight and squishy to walk on, making them very comfortable for the bottom of your foot. The not-so-pros: they fit a 1/2 size small, the backs of the shoe rub against my heel causing blisters (even with the bigger size), the bottoms of the shoes (the spongey/foam part) are already tearing apart from using them a total of 15-20 walking miles. With how much these cost, the quality should be much better. Won't buy again, mainly because I have to apply blister prevention tape every time I want to wear them, but also because they are already coming apart. I'd be surprised if they lasted the summer. Super disappointing.

This is a decent shoe, but overall it's a step back from the near perfect Speed 2. Saucony said they wanted to accommodate runners who used the shoe as a daily trainer by making it more stable. Well, I wear the Speed 2 for the majority of my runs and have no complaints whatsoever with it, so I don't understand the need for any changes. The Speed 3 is a much clunkier shoe with extra stack that doesn't add any real benefit, and the fit of the upper is sloppier than the 2. I am now stocking up on the Speed 2 where they're still available, since I can't rely on the endorphin line anymore. Please Saucony make the Speed 4 more like the 2! Or just offer the 2 indefinitely...

I ended up getting plantar fasciitis bc I have a high arch but my sister loves them.

I have been wearing the endorphin speeds since they came out and I love them. I have turned many of my friends on to them as they watched me run faster and uninjured. However, the 3s have so much cushioning now which can be a good thing but for me they are so different I am scuffing one of my feet and I'm tripping on the forefoot. Not sure what I'm going to do at this point for a running shoe.

I love the feel of these shoes, but the top of the webbing by the toes already have holes in them after just 30 miles. I have ran in many brands of shoe's previously and this is the first time I have ever had this issue. I am very disappointed especially having spent so much money on these shoes. Not sure what to do at this point.

I run in Endorphin Speed 2 shoes size 9. I tried the 3 version in size 9 but the shoe was too big. I went down 1/2 size to 8.5 but the toe section is too narrow and my foot felt a little bit cramped. Also, my left heel kept slipping. It didn't feel like my heel had enough support.

I love the Triumph and wanted to add this model to my shoe rotation for the longer runs . Unfortunately, the shoe is too narrow . For the life of me , I do not understand why the Speed or Pro models do not have wide widths available ??? You have to wonder how much business is being driven to competitors ..? While I enjoy the Saucony brand , I'm not running in a shoe that is too narrow for brand loyalty , not to mention the higher price. Marathon runners are not limited to narrow feet ..

I was so excited to get purchase the 3s because I love the 2s. I was highly disappointed I do not like the new midsole at all. It seems very "flat" compared to the 2s that seemed to add more of a bounce to my steps when I ran. Please go back to the midsole of the 2s on your next update!!

I have loved the Speed 2 and have multiple pairs. I'm not happy with changes in the Speed 3. They have removed the tongue loop with this version and the tongue slides back into the shoe as I run. I will be looking for a new pair of running shoes that have the tongue loop and have the plate for speed work and racing. Unfortunately, they will not be Saucony.

Shoe felt different than other speed 3's. The laces were the main reason I returned them. They are round wire type ones and not the flat laces I prefer.

Not good for wet pavement. I had soaked socks after 3 mins. I had to run home change socks and shoes to finish my run. Additionally, I feel so much slower in these shoes. I sink into the foam and it provides no rebound. I am a bit of a flat footed person so a having a flexible foot on a flexible shoe doesn't work well.

Not the same as Speed 2. Harder impact, not as much cushion and flexibility. Please bring back speed 2 styling.

I have ran in these shoes multiple times. Love the red sole Color option. I ran in those for the Boston Marathon. This specific color and model gave me shooting pain in the bottom of my left foot. I ran an entire marathon in pain. I tried wearing them one more time a week later, and I still had pain. I have not put them on since.

GO BACK TO SPEED 2 DESIGN. I loved the "Endorphin Speed 2" so much - I bought three pairs. The Speed 2 was light, propelled me forward, and fit my foot like a glove. I am a Doctor of PT in a hospital and walk 3-5 miles per day, bend and squat upwards of 70+ times a day. I need supportive shoes, that are super light weight. I cannot wear heavy shoes - I move too fast and end up tripping! I purchased three different Speed 3 styles in two different sizes. None fit. The Speed 3 is more bulky, has less "plush" in the mid foot and heel, and did not propel me forward. It honestly felt like a bulky Hoka Bondi shoe. Ugh! As a loyal Saucony shoe wearer for years, I'm disappointed in the lack of consistency from year to year. I've had no choice but to switch to other brands. Tell the R&D department to bring back the Speed 2 design and you will have a fantastic classic shoe to keep in your collection. Like the saying goes, "If it's not broke, don't fix it!"

I loved the speed 2, and had another pair of the speed 3 (the Boston Children's Hospital collaboration) that were fine, but these were terrible. The toe box is smaller and stiff, so after only one moderately long run (10 miles), I trashed my big toenail on the left foot and hurt the one on the right. I really wish I could find old pairs of the Speed 2 in my size.

I can't believe for this quality of a shoe that they would actually miss punching the holes for the laces. I didn't realize it till I went for a run and needed to tighten the laces, and there were no holes.