Customer Reviews Saucony Endorphin Elite

I'm in the process of breaking in and have short runs on the rotation for this shoe at this point. Absolutely Amazing. Best shoe I have worn this shoe is a game changer. Get ready to set PRs daily.

Ran two long runs prepping for a 1/2 on May 4th. Love, love, love them. Running on clouds. Saving them now for race day!! Will purchase a back up pair!

As a part of Saucony's Boston Team, I was provided the Endorphin Elite. I only had the chance to run 5 miles in this shoe before the race, but fortunately this was not a problem. After training for Boston with the Speed 2, this fortunately felt like an easy transition. While the bounce of the super shoe was noticeable right away, I was most impressed by the ability to still really control my pacing in this shoe to allow for a more controlled start on fresh legs and no issues when it came time to climb in the hills. My greatest concern was the grip on these shoes in the rainy conditions, but this proved to not be an issue, other than on road paint which was easy to avoid. These shoes helped me secure an almost 7 min PB and I look forward to chasing that again on the flat Chicago course in October.

As a selected member of Saucony's Boston Elite Team I was provided this shoe to compete in at the 2023 Boston Marathon. First putting the shoe on it felt great! On my easy "tester" run, it took about a mile to get used to the feel and enhanced energy return, and after that I was sold. On race day, it performed amazingly. I'm in love with this shoe (don't tell my partner)! After a really challenging training cycle that was less than ideal, I had no expectations and was just hoping to be under 3hrs. I ran a 2:47 at the age of 40 (a 2min Boston PR), WAY better than I thought I would do. I know this is a shoe review and not a race result celebration portal, but I felt it's important to share the data/success story that is totally related and due to wearing this shoe. In any other shoe that performance would not have happened. Definitely gave me minutes. It was also wet and the outsole was not slippery on the asphalt, only slightly on some of the road paint. Highly recommend for any competitive runner!!!

I was given a pair of the elites as part of seconds Boston racing team and they are fantastic! More aggressive in the forefoot than the endorphin PRO and the foam was far more responsive. Kept me on my toes through the finish. Even with wet conditions these gripped the road perfectly!

Raced in the Elites in Boston and LOVED them! Much improved grip over the Pro (i have v1) in wet conditions. The added stack height was also very helpful absorbing all the poudning down hills that a hilly course requires. Energy return is snappy, weight is basically 0, and speelroll keeps you on a roll. They'll make you want to fly the second you step into them.

As part of Saucony's Boston Team, I was provided the Endorphin Elite and was blown away. A good shoe to me means you don't notice them on your feet. After racing a marathon in these the only thing I noticed was the extra energy I had in every step I took and that makes this a great shoe! The midsole foam and carbon just seem like a fit with the upper being breathable, unnoticeable and with the perfect lock down. Did I mention how good they look? the details in the design are awesome.

As part of Saucony's Boston Team I was provided the Endorphin Elite for free. I would 1000% buy another pair! I love the new HG foam, it seems a little softer than the Pro/Speed 2 but a little firmer than the Pro/Speed 3 to me. Which is the perfect balance. I felt like I was running on a cloud!

As part of Saucony's Boston team I was provided a pair of The Endorphin Elites to race in. These shoes went beyond my expectations. The ultralight shoes provide amazing rebound and roll to propel you during your race. They also have enough support that it doesn't feel like you're pounding your feet the whole race. These shoes are perfect for any road race from a 5k to a marathon! They propelled me to a 9 minute PR in the marathon at Boston!

I'm a big running shoe nerdespecially when it comes to super shoes. I ran my first Boston Marathon in this shoe as part of Saucony's Boston Marathon Racing team where I received a pair from Saucony, and it was INCREDIBLE! I've had a lot of different innovative new shoes over the past three years, and I haven't been so remarkably impressed by a new shoe since the release of the ASICS Metaspeed Sky in 2021. Only the Endorphin Elite is even better! The super foam cushion, pronged carbon fiber plate, and aggressive toe-off design of the shoe's outsole/midsole make it incredibly responsive. However, it was the very thin and lightweight upper that significantly set this shoe apart for me compared to other carbon-fiber shoes I've raced in before. The endorphin elite is astonishingly light which makes the runner appreciate the rebound of the cushion that much more through quick turnover of the legs. The insole/sock-liner gives the shoe bonus points as it feels noticeably more cushioned and comfier for the feet when you step into the shoewhich is something a lot of trainers/racers lack in today's running shoe market. My Boston Marathon was actually in jeopardy when I sustained an injury about 8 weeks prior to race day. As most runners do, I tried to run through my knee injury for a couple weeks before inevitably having to shut it down and stop running for 2 consecutive weeks. 4 weeks out from race day, I started training again despite not being a 100%. I had only run one marathon in my life up to this point (Providence Marathon) and ran a 2:59:10 there to qualify for Boston. After working so hard to even get accepted into Boston, I was not going to quit so easily and miss out on running America's Greatest Footrace. I gritted through some sub-optimal training over the course of the 4 weeks leading to Boston. I got to race day as healthy as I could, though not fully 100%. And I threw on my endorphin elites despite having limited training with them due to my injury. I ended up finishing my first Boston Marathon in 2:59:21just 11 seconds short of my previous marathon time but this time on a much more challenging course and day. I would be remiss if I didn't credit the shoes for a big part of my success! During a time where I wasn't positive I would even be able to compete or finish the race due to suboptimal training and a last-minute injury, I instead performed so well that I ran nearly the exact same time as my personal best on a much more difficult race course! In an era where every runner is looking for that extra % of efficiency from their footwear to help them perform better on race day, you should consider the Saucony Endorphin Elite as one of the best products on the market for accomplishing that. If you're like me, it could be the difference between running over/under 3 hours in the marathon. And trust me when I say: after the emotional rollercoaster of having your training derailed by an injury, nothing means more than seeing 2:59 on your watch instead of 3:00 as you cross the finish line after 26 miles of running :)

I'm a big running shoe nerdespecially when it comes to super shoes. I ran my first Boston Marathon in this shoe and it was INCREDIBLE! I've had a lot of different innovative new shoes over the past three years, and I haven't been so remarkably impressed by a new shoe since the release of the ASICS Metaspeed Sky in 2021. Only the Endorphin Elite is even better! The super foam cushion, pronged carbon fiber plate, and aggressive toe-off design of the shoe's outsole/midsole make it incredibly responsive. However, it was the very thin and lightweight upper that significantly set this shoe apart for me compared to other carbon-fiber shoes I've raced in before. The endorphin elite is astonishingly light which makes the runner appreciate the rebound of the cushion that much more through quick turnover of the legs. The insole/sock-liner gives the shoe bonus points as it feels noticeably more cushioned and comfier for the feet when you step into the shoewhich is something a lot of trainers/racers lack in today's running shoe market. My Boston Marathon was actually in jeopardy when I sustained an injury about 8 weeks prior to race day. As most runners do, I tried to run through my knee injury for a couple weeks before inevitably having to shut it down and stop running for 2 consecutive weeks. 4 weeks out from race day, I started training again despite not being a 100%. I had only run one marathon in my life up to this point (Providence Marathon) and ran a 2:59:10 there to qualify for Boston. After working so hard to even get accepted into Boston, I was not going to quit so easily and miss out on running America's Greatest Footrace. I gritted through some sub-optimal training over the course of the 4 weeks leading to Boston. I got to race day as healthy as I could, though not fully 100%. And I threw on my endorphin elites despite having limited training with them due to my injury. I ended up finishing my first Boston Marathon in 2:59:21just 11 seconds short of my previous marathon time but this time on a much more challenging course and day. I would be remiss if I didn't credit the shoes for a big part of my success! During a time where I wasn't positive I would even be able to compete or finish the race due to suboptimal training and a last-minute injury, I instead performed so well that I ran nearly the exact same time as my personal best on a much more difficult race course! In an era where every runner is looking for that extra % of efficiency from their footwear to help them perform better on race day, you should consider the Saucony Endorphin Elite as one of the best products on the market for accomplishing that. If you're like me, it could be the difference between running over/under 3 hours in the marathon. And trust me when I say: after the emotional rollercoaster of having your training derailed by an injury, nothing means more than seeing 2:59 on your watch instead of 3:00 as you cross the finish line after 26 miles of running :)

I received the Endorphin Elite as part of the Saucony Boston Team about a week before the Boston Marathon. I first tried it in some short speed sessions and was initially a bit unsure that they'd help me. The Speedroll starts a bit farther forward under the foot than it does on the Endorphin Pro so I wasn't sure that it was right for my stride. But I decided to trust it at Boston and set a 3-minute personal best. They keep the legs feeling fresh. Some important things that I noted: The Endorphin Elite does not feel as comfortable to wear as the Endorphin Pro. It did not cause any issues for me over 26.2 miles so I considered this to be a worthy sacrifice, but keep this in mind if you're prone to having shoe trouble over long distances. The fit is also a bit narrower than the Endorphin Pro.

As part of Saucony's Boston Team, I was given a pair of elites to race in, and boy did they deliver. Truly, these are the best super shoes that I've raced in, and I've raced in them all! The perfect balance of springiness without being too bouncy and firmness without tearing up my feet. I absolutely love these shoes!

As part of Saucony's Boston Team, I was provided the Endorphin Elite and I was flying. It's such a light shoe with unbelievable comfort. I generally wear Alphas, but I'll never go back.

I received these shoes as a giveaway for the Boston Marathon, and I couldn't have been more excited. I have worn nearly every Saucony running shoe line they have out there, and I always get greeted with the same level of comfort and dependability. When running marathons there is a fine line to balance of comfort and speed when it comes to shoes; usually having to sacrifice one to better the other. However, I believe Saucony nailed superior comfort and speed with this shoe. The toe off isn't super aggressive compared to other carbon plated shoes. The split plate makes it feel SO much more natural. You flow smoothly across the ground rather than impacting it. I wore these one time prior to my marathon, realized they have the signature Saucony comfort I love, and didn't wear them again until marathon day. Perfect race shoes!

This Endorphin Elite was amazing definitely need to stock this up. True fit I wear men's size 7. Handle well on the wet surface during my Boston Marathon. Last but not least the colors of this shoes is awesome. - "As part of Saucony's Boston Team, I was provided the Endorphin Elite.

As part of Saucony's Boston Marathon team, I wore the Endorphin Elites and ran a 7-minute personal best. An excellent racing shoe that caused me no issues going fast in the rain.

I ran as part of Saucony's Boston Team and was provided the Endorphin Elites and had an incredible experience in them. Such a smooth ride the entire way. They had an excellent balance of cushion and bounce which is hard to strike among "super shoes". I enjoyed wearing the endorphin elites to complement my training to put together a PB performance at Boston.

As part of Saucony's Boston Team, I was given the opportunity to fly through the streets from Hopkinton to Boston and PB my first Boston Marathon in the Endorphin Elites. I had run two previous marathons in the Endorphin Speeds and loved them, but the elites are just on a different level. The miles ticked by effortlessly as I enjoyed the scenery and the crowds along the course. They have amazing energy return and great padding that really helped save my legs for the later miles.

At first I was skeptical of this "first generation" super shoe, however after seeing some good reviews online I grew excited about its potential. Needless to say it does not disappoint, I managed to PR in my tune-up race prepping for a BQ attempt. The shoe feels super light on your feet, the bounce can definitely be felt (especially on downhills where it feels like running on clouds before being propulsed forward). They are super comfortable, the upper is light, breathable and doesn't cause any chafing or nagging. The heel might feel a bit loose initially, but by fastening your shoes a bit more you can get rid of that issue. Moreover, unlike other models (I'm looking at you Endorphin Speed 3), the heels don't cause any pain thanks to nice padding. In addition, the forward curve initially seemed a bit too aggressive but during the run it feels super organic. My only point of contention would be that some parts of the foam on the heel are straight foam (with no rubber) which does cause some minor foam breakdown, but I think it's more due to running on some gravel paths rather than anything caused by the shoe itself (in other words, avoid gravel, stick to proper pavement or tracks). Needless to say, this is THE shoe I will use as a reference going forward and I recommend it to strongly. It's not only cheaper than competitor's, its also arguably nicer looking (especially in the neon green colorway), so go for it, strap these up and enjoy the ride.

I bought this a month ago, and I am so satisfied because it is so stable, comfort, and light. I feel it protect my ankel, and will help better record.

Got these for Boston and so far I'm loving them! Set a new PR at the NYC half and got in a solid 22 mile marathon test late in this train cycle. Can't wait to see how they go at Boston.

I have multiple shoes in the endorphin line and these felt at home during my first run. They felt stiffer than my speed 3's and it took a couple kms for my ankles to get use to them, but my paces were 10-15 sec/km faster with the same rpe. Definitely race day shoes though, I'd prefer the comfort of the speed 3's for most days. My only criticism is the mesh upper rubs against the top of my feet and I actually bled through the shoes during my first run. However on race day, I'll take the performance boost over the mild irritation. I'd still give them 5 stars.

Comfortable and giving a good bounce. Perfect for me. Unfortunately, they slip a little on wet surfaces painted on asphalt.

Best race shoes ever Paired vs the endorphin Pro original. Way more spring in the midsole. Very light and comfortable. Pushed the pace to see how it was running fast. Felt like I was flying!! Toe boxes are wide enough for my feet. Felt great!