Endorphin Trainer Running Shoe - Men's
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Endorphin Trainer—responsive cushioning and durability for everyday runs
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"The Endorphin Trainer blends the efficiency of a race shoe with the durability of a daily trainer. The Speedroll technology and carbon fiber plate give me a smooth, responsive toe-off, while the cushioned midsole keeps my feet comfortable through high-mileage weeks."
For runners who demand innovation and durability, the Endorphin Trainer is the ultimate daily companion. Combining the lightweight responsiveness of incrediRUN foam with the structured support of PWRRUN, this shoe provides unmatched efficiency on long-distance training runs. The Speedroll technology is fine-tuned for smoother landings and energized toe-offs, thanks to a 3/4-length carbon fiber plate. With XT-900 carbon rubber strategically placed for traction and durability, the Endorphin Trainer is built to endure high mileage while maintaining the feel of a premium, fast shoe.
Details
- Premium training shoe for daily runs and high-mileage weeks
- Lightweight incrediRUN foam delivers responsive cushioning
- PWRRUN midsole enhances stability and long-lasting support
- Speedroll technology promotes smooth landings and quick toe-offs
- Durable XT-900 carbon rubber ensures traction in high-abrasion areas
- Engineered mesh upper offers structured support and breathability
- 8mm offset provides optimal balance for everyday training
- Vegan construction with recycled materials for sustainable performance
- Item #SAUQ08V
- Responsible Collection
- Recycled/Repurposed
- Upper Material
- engineered mesh, recycled synthetic
- Closure
- lace
- Midsole
- incrediRUN foam, PWERRUN, carbon fiber plate
- Sole
- XT-900 carbon rubber
- Support Type
- neutral
- Cushion
- maximum
- Heel / Forefoot Height
- 41 / 33mm
- Drop
- 8mm
- Claimed Weight
- 9.9oz
- Activity
- road running
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Overall Rating
4 based on 15 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageSeptember 12, 2025
My favorites
This shoe is excellent. It has the perfect amount of firmness while allowing the shoe to roll naturally. The upper is just perfect as well. The only are I had a slight issue is the heel pull/counter. It bugged my Achilles for the first two runs and then it was fine. I am buying another pair just so they don't change the shoe too much.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
September 4, 2025
Mixed feelings
I still have mixed feelings about these after putting over 300 miles on them during marathon training, where they’ve been my main workhorse. The midsole started out firmer than I expected despite the IncrediRUN foam — nowhere near as “squidgy” as the Elite 2s — and I’m not sure I train fast enough to get the most out of them, as they feel best at steady or uptempo paces, yet all‑out speed work I’d still grab something lighter like the Endorphin Speeds. That said, they’re durable, dependable, and kept me feeling fresh and injury‑free even through my highest‑mileage weeks....I’m curious to see what tweaks Saucony makes for version 2 because they definitely have potential.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
July 10, 2025
Great Shoe!
For me, this shoe is the perfect trainer. I agree with another reviewer that the break-in period was slightly longer than other Saucony I have run in, but, my first run was 18 miles and after about 10 they felt perfect. Since then they have been my goto show. I rotate between the endorphin trainer, speed and elite and the trainer is quickly becoming the workhorse of my fleet.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
June 10, 2025
Buyer’s Remorse
Having buyers remorse after a few miles so far. The shoes are heavy and clunky, with a constant thumping sound every step you take (clomp, clomp, clomp, clomp). It’s also terrible how Saucony doesn’t provide a “happy run” trial period to return or exchange shoes. I’ll be donating these shoes and looking elsewhere for my trainers.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
May 13, 2025
This is quickly becoming a favorite
This is quickly becoming my favorite easy day shoe. Before break-in the shoe does feel slightly heavy and the foam combo odd, but it smoothes out after a couple of runs. Once broken in, the top layer of incredirun feels fantastic: soft, bouncy and unlike anything else on the market. The bottom layer mutes and stabilizes the ride without compromising enjoyment once the shoes break in. The exposed midsole is surprisingly durable and doesn't have any wear after 20 miles. The only downsides are that they're loud (not a huge deal for me but others may be bothered) and that they're not versatile. I think the loudness is because the exposed pwrrn foam is so firm, and I wonder if the shoe could be improved if the bottom layer softened up a bit and rubber coverage increased.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
May 6, 2025
Great Trainer Shoe
I love the shoe as a trainer. Transitioning to my race day shoe is easy because of this shoe. Very comfortable and an upgrade from the Kinvara Pro.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
May 4, 2025
Make in a Wide
Please make this in a Wide!!! Love that you guys have a similar lineup like New Balance with the race day and trainer option. As someone with wide feet it’s so frustrating not being able to find race day or plated shoes with wide options. You guys could really take this to Another level and win over the wide shoe nation market!
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 24, 2025
Great feature
I got this shoe about 4 days ago and today was my first day running in the them. This shoe felt great during my run. I ran 5 miles. They’re light and nice cushioned support.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 16, 2025
Perfect for me
I love these! I was running in the Hurricane 24 prior to buying these. The Endorphin Trainer has everything I love about the Hurricane (wide toe box, stable wide feel) but is much faster. I feel like these propel me forward much better and I don’t get as tired as fast.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 16, 2025
Incredirun rules!
Great shoe! I use this shoe for my recovery distance days. I go to this shoe when my legs are tired and sore from the previous days run. No bad runs yet in this shoe, always a smooth, relaxing ride. The first few runs did take some time to get used to the shoe, but the new foam is awesome.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
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