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The slightly thicker upper will also give you more protection from dirt and stones. The Shift also feels more stable than the Speed.

Personally, I don't mind the weight of the Shift and don't really notice it вЂ“ what you are aware on when on the move is how easy running feels. The Shift is heavier, but provides great cushioning through both PWRRUN cushioning and a layer of PWRRUN+, keeping your legs fresh. I'm excited to see how the Speed will perform over the summer when we can race again and will be targeting 10 miles or half marathons in these. Overall, as the Speed is so versatile, offering speed via its nylon plate, as well as the level of cushioning you want for easier miles, it could be the shoe to invest in if you're budget only allows for one pair. I can't say I haven't enjoyed running in both of these, as I think they both offer so much. Saucony Endorphin Speed v Saucony Endorphin Shift: verdict The colour coordination of the Endorphin range is distinctive and smart, with three options for the Speed and four for the Shift. The Speed looks like the fastest of these two shoes with a more dynamic design with speed shock waves that travel along the sides of the upper, although both are fresh looking with pops of neon colours. (Image credit: Saucony) Saucony Endorphin Speed v Saucony Endorphin Shift: aesthetics This model has just a 4mm drop in height from the heel to the toe, also features Speedroll tech and the engineered mesh upper is thicker, more plush and more comfortable than the Speed.

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In comparison, the Shift feels and looks like a bigger shoe, due to the much denser midsole that is packed full of EVA foam to cushion your legs. They have an 8mm drop and are lightweight. The Speed also have a PWRRUN midsole, which means there's a good amount of cushioning, and it's the combination of both that makes them a shoe to love. SPEEDROLL tech also springs you forward, so I'm hoping they will help me reduce my heel striking and ground contact time. This feels fast as it propels you onwards, although it's not as rigid as the carbon plate in the PRO.

The Speed, as soon as you put them on, have an impressive forward roll, due to their full length S shaped nylon plate. Saucony Endorphin Speed v Saucony Endorphin Shift: the tech

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The benefit of rotating trainers is that you will be using slightly different muscles for each pair, which can help a little towards reducing injury. Can you get away with one pair of shoes, or would you prefer to have two pairs, one for easy days and long miles, with more cushioning, and another pair that will be lighter and more responsive for your speed sessions? If you're not sure what will suit you, there are a lot of versatile shoes that can sometimes cover both types of a run. So which is the best women's running shoe for you? Working out what you need for your training is important, as shoes are expensive. It's the heaviest of all three, due to extra cushioning that aims to protect your legs from fatigue when you're running long. The Speed sits in the middle of the range, price-wise, and aims to provide you with both speed and comfort at half marathons and over, via its nylon plate and PWRRUN midsole.