![]() Saucony put a lot into the sole unit, and in the upper they went “no-frills”. This roll allows for very smooth fast running, and pushes you forward. This is inspired from their Speedroll technology on the Endrophin line, and it does the job here as well. Saucony used an exaggerated toe scoop, which they call “speed-driven geometry”, to help transition your stride and push you forward. I have run now 5 times on wet surfaces, and have felt the shoe slip each time.ĭue to this, the Axon will continue as only a dry runner for me. However, there is something about the compound that lets you down on wet concrete/asphalt. This rubber offers outstanding grip on dry, solid surfaces. Under this foam, they used a durable rubber outsole that has logged more than 100 miles in my usage and still looks fairly new. They put 35mm under the heel and 31mm under the toes, for a 4mm drop. In this case, they used a high level of PWRRUN foam, not PWRRUN+ (Triumph) or PWRRUN PB (Speed, Pro), which offers a lot of cushioning under foot. Using the Shift, everyday trainer, base and then designing a budget trainer from there. Saucony was inspired by their own top-level line, the Endorphin series. No complaints, and felt like they were already broken in and ready to go. It was not the “scheduled” run, but I wanted to see what would happen with some tempo and distance. ![]() On the initial run in them, I went for a 7-mile run with 3 miles at 5k tempo. While wearing them at school, they were great for a full day once I got used to the balance. When I put them on, I loved the cushion but was surprised about the balance from the heel to the toe.Įven when standing, it felt like the shoe wanted to roll forward. I got the light blue colorway, and loved the initial impression. They looked like a pair of Endorphin Shifts with a more simple upper. When they did, I was impressed by the look of them in the box. ![]() This was a shoe that I requested to review the moment I read about it coming out (in Fall 2020) and had to wait until late spring 2021 for them to arrive. ![]()
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