The month of February ends strong for Saucony and the North American brand has presented two of its flagships, in the speed section. Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 y Saucony Endorphin Pro 4. Today at 365Rider we are going to tell you the differences between these two already iconic models of the Endorphin family.
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
To begin with we have the Endorphin Speed 4, a model that in its previous version stood out for its versatility. It practically worked for everything. Quality training, filming and competition.
In this new version it will continue to be a versatile model but it takes a small step towards being a more aggressive and faster model. It still maintains the flexible nylon plate in its midsole, which makes it less demanding, at a muscular level, than other models with more rigid plates. The plate has a kind of wings in the middle area of the foot, which helps prevent twisting, giving stability to the model in this middle area without affecting the flexibility of the plate.
Its midsole continues with the compound PwrRun PB with 36/28mm profiles leaving a drop of 8mm. Its geometry seems to give it a more aggressive touch, especially in the rocking effect of its midsole with technology. SpeedRoll. This more marked effect gives it a more fluid and speedy sensation. The weight of the model is about 233g, not bad for a mixed shoe.
The upper is a very ventilated and light mesh with large perforations. Its sole changes the pattern, with a front area largely occupied by rubber, the lugs drawing intertwined lines.
Saucony Endorphin Pro 4
We move on to the older sister of the Endorphin. Like the Endorphin Speed, it takes a step forward in terms of aggressiveness and speed but without ceasing to be an easy and stable shoe, within the competition shoe segment. Are Saucony Endorphin Pro 4, they already visually give us a clue of this small step, with more racing and aggressive cuts and designs in their midsole.
A midsole composed of PwrRun PB visibly and PwrRun HG that is encapsulated in some way and we can see it appear in the heel area. This last compound is the lightest and most reactive of the brand and gains consistency and durability when coated by the PwrRun PB. With 39,5/31,5 mm profile and 212g.
Along with the two compounds, a carbon plate, more rigid than that of its younger sister. This plate together with a more marked and abrupt rocker effect that make up the technology SpeedRoll, they give it that more dynamic touch.
Its upper made of a very fine and breathable traditional mesh collides with its knit fabric tongue, elastic and attached to the sides, giving this area a sock-type style. And to finish, a sole very similar to that of the Speed with slightly finer stud lines.
Comparison between Speed 4 and Pro 4
The first and most significant is its uses. While the Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 They are 100% oriented towards competition, Endorphin Speed 4 They are a more versatile model, intended primarily for quality training (Although their versatility could make them valid for riding and competitions).
The sensations are also different when trying both models. The Endorphin Pro 4 They feel more cushioned (they have 3mm more profile) and when you run with them, you notice a greater rebound effect from their foam. When you run with the Endorphin Speed 4 You have a greater sensation of ground and less sensation of compression of the foam under your feet.
In both, the seesaw effect that technology gives us SpeedRoll It is very marked, perhaps in static a very marked effect will not be appreciated due to its wide lasts and with a lot of contact surface with the ground for the type of shoes we are talking about. But once you start running you notice the seesaw effect that is marked abruptly, let's say it is not a fluid curvature, but rather it seems to have a small rounded vertex. If you land on your forefoot, the forward propulsion effect is very high.
As for the fit, with the Speed model, you have a feeling of more of a training shoe, with a light but more traditional upper, however with the Pro 4 the fit is greater and the adjustment effect is total due to that elastic sock-type tongue .
Both models, the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 and Pro 4, are available in 365Rider. Visit our website to explore these and other models, and don't miss our reviews and articles in the blog for more information and running tips. Find your perfect pair at 365Rider!