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Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
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Endorphin Speed 5

A lightweight road shoe for uptempo running, pairing a semi-rigid nylon plate with PWRRUN PB foam for a versatile, fast ride.

$175MSRP
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Comparable specifications
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Terrain
road
Use
tempo
Cushion
high
Firmness
balanced
Stability
neutral
Weight
237g
Drop
8mm
Stack
36/28mm
Plate
nylon
Midsole
PWRRUN PB
Upper
engineered mesh
Widths
standard
RoadTempo workoutsDaily trainingMarathonLightweightRace day
Our read

A do-it-all uptempo trainer for runners who want one shoe for tempo days, long runs, and even racing. The nylon plate keeps it flexible and forgiving rather than aggressively propulsive.

Ride

Balanced, responsive ride with SPEEDROLL geometry driving smooth transitions; the nylon plate delivers snap without the rigidity of a carbon racer.

Fit

True-to-size fit with a lightweight engineered mesh upper; a wide version is available for those needing more room.

Best for

Runners who want a single versatile shoe for tempo workouts, uptempo long runs, and occasional racing.

Avoid if

You want the maximum propulsion and firmness of a dedicated carbon-plated racer, or you prefer a low, ground-close feel.

Sources
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