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Saucony Endorphin Shift 3

Overall Grades And Reviews

8.7 Overall Grade
21 reviews

While ranking slightly above average overall, the Saucony Endorphin Shift 3 has amazing cushioning and strong marks for comfort.

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Shoe Comparison

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Saucony Endorphin Shift 3
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Saucony Endorphin Shift 3
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Shoe Properties
Shoe Type
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Pronation Control
Neutral
Weight
9.3 oz. (men's), 8.2 oz. (women's)
Stack Height
41mm.
Forefoot Height
37mm.
Drop Height
4 mm.
Upper material
Engineered Mesh Upper, FORMFIT, TPU Heel Counter
Shoe Released
Q4 2022
Q4 2024
Q4 2024
Q2 2024
MSRP
$150
$140
$130
LRC Ratings
Out of 10
Overall
8.7
8.7
8.6
8.3
Comfort
8.9
8.7
8.7
8.4
Cushioning
9.2
8.2
8.6
7.9
Durability
8.2
8.0
7.7
8.1
Appearance
7.9
8.3
8.4
8.5
Value
8.4
7.9
7.9
8.2

Reader Reviews

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Loving Saucony lately

    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    7.0
    Cushioning
    6.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    7.0

    Can get them for pretty cheap if you look for deals (80 on running warehouse as I type this). They are pretty versatile, right now I will be wearing them for long runs and MLRs mostly, but could work as an easy day or a lowkey workout shoe.

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Great coming off Injury

    32 miles per week, neutral pronator, low arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    5.0
    Value
    9.0

    College XC and Mid-D runner was coming back from IT Band injury started wearing these and they felt 100x better 

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    Plush

    20 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    9.0

    High stack height with outstanding cushioning.

    Tread is durable enough to last 400+ miles but does not grip well in mud or wet wood

  • Somewhat cheap and insanely cushioned daily

    40 miles per week, neutral pronator, high arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    9.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    9.0

    got these shoes for summer training, and they lasted extremely well. Huge stack height and soft foam were very comfortable. I liked the upper and the lockdown was very good. The only flaw was that the side ripped after a while (like 500 miles). Wore them for a couple speed workouts too and they felt capable. Definitely would buy again.

  • Comfortable, cushy but dorky

    12 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    9.0
    Cushioning
    9.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    5.0
    Value
    7.0

    I got these for extra cushioning after an injury and they are indeed cushy and comfortable. They were quite a change from usual Kinvaras, but they helped me keep running while I recovered. I guess my only complaint is that they're pretty dorky-looking. The back has a sort of shelf that sticks out and makes the shoes look like Frankenstein footwear. I still wear them at times, but I wish they were a little more aesthetically pleasing. 

  • Favorite training shoe by far

    40 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    10.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    9.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    10.0

    I believe in mixing up training shoes regularly, but if I didn't, I would train in the Endorphin Shift 3 everyday.  The Shift 2 was the same experience and I haven't been disappointed with the Shift 3. 

  • Good Shoe

    50 miles per week, underpronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    7.0
    Cushioning
    5.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    10.0
    Value
    9.0

    I really enjoy these shoes. They aren't the softest shoes ever and I can see why people would not enjoy the feel of them but they are still very comfortable. They are super durable, I have run about 100 miles in them so far and haven't noticed much wear. They aren't great for runs faster than 7 flat or 6:30 but are great for slower runs.

  • Good well cushioned trainer for the price

    25 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    7.0
    Appearance
    5.0
    Value
    8.0
  • Cushy, easy on the legs, surprisingly stable

    45 miles per week, overpronator, low arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    7.0
    Value
    8.0

    Perfect for those with mild stability needs

  • Best All Around Trainer

    75 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    5.0
    Appearance
    8.0
    Value
    6.0

    Had injury problems that disappeared completely after switching. Currently on my 7th consecutive pair, the only problem is they start to break apart around 350 miles.