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Saucony Peregrine 16 GTX
Technical trail
SauconyWomen

Peregrine 16 GTX

Waterproof women's trail shoe with a GORE-TEX Invisible Fit upper, increased PWRRUN cushioning and a full-coverage Vibram MegaGrip outsole built for technical, wet-weather terrain.

$180MSRP
Comparable specifications
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Terrain
trail
Primary use
Technical trail
Also good for
Daily trail training, Easy trail run, Door-to-trail, Trail long run
Drop
0mm
Stack
not published
Waterproof
Yes
Midsole
PWRRUN
Outsole
Vibram MegaGrip
Upper
GORE-TEX Invisible Fit
Widths
standard
Wet conditionsMountainDoor to trailTechnical trailWaterproofGravelWinterMudHikingWide feet
Our read

The Peregrine 16 GTX is Saucony's aggressive-grip trail workhorse fitted with a waterproof GORE-TEX shell, making it best suited to wet, muddy and cold conditions where dry feet matter more than breathability. Manufacturer positioning targets technical singletrack and all-day efforts, and the Vibram MegaGrip outsole plus PWRRUN cushioning support that use. Independent ride, fit and durability data were not available for this women's GTX version, so real-world verification is limited.

Ride

Manufacturer describes a flexible, low-profile ride with increased PWRRUN foam for cushioning and trail protection; stack, drop and firmness were not verified independently.

Fit

Offered in regular and wide widths with a flexible, low-profile feel; the GORE-TEX Invisible Fit upper is claimed to be lightweight, and an integrated D-ring adds gaiter compatibility.

Best for

Trail runners tackling technical, muddy or wet singletrack and all-day adventures who want waterproof protection and grippy Vibram MegaGrip traction.

Avoid if

You run mostly in hot, dry conditions or want maximum breathability, or you need verified weight, stack and drop numbers before buying.

Sources
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