Saucony Men's Kinvara 13 Running Shoe

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However, we wouldn't put the shoe into the "wide toebox" category given that its forefoot width is 95.9 mm, which is a little narrower than average. Megan: I have been running in the Kinvara line for years now and they have become my go-to daily trainer. Every time a new version comes out it doesn’t seem possible for the shoe to improve, but Saucony continues to impress me. One change could be increasing the toe spring to make them even more responsive and a better option for workout days. But if Saucony kept this shoe as is, I would not have a problem with that. Despite its complete redesign, the Saucony Triumph 20 continues to be a deeply-cushioned running shoe that makes long-distance runs easy on the feet. The Kinvara 13’s midsole isn’t complicated. It’s mostly a single density of foam with a couple of soft layers.

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We have reviewed several avatars of the Kinvara for more than a decade, and the durability of the outsole has always been decent, if not great. Given the slightly wider fit of the upper, I had to pull the laces tighter than usual, so the added length really made them flop around on top of my foot when running fast. The PWRRUN PB stands at the help of the series. It is considerably lighter than the PWRRUN+ (by 40%) and embodies an elite-level of energy return and durability. “PB” stands for Pebax, a material that’s used in the high-end race shoes like Nike Alphafly and Vaporfly. This foam is currently only employed by Saucony Endorphin Pro racer. SPEEDROLL However, Saucony did not stop there. Admittedly, while many of their successful products take inspiration from the other industry players, Saucony has found a sweet spot between flattery (of the imitation kind) and purpose-driven innovation. The footbed is brand-new, and is made of the resilient Pwrrun+, a kind of expanded PU foam. As a result, the superficial ride comfort benefits greatly.Until the Endorphin series, Saucony’s Kinvara reigned supreme as the brand’s most recognized contribution the running shoe market for good reason.

Saucony Kinvara 13 Review (2023) | RunRepeat Cut in half: Saucony Kinvara 13 Review (2023) | RunRepeat

This happens to a mid-cycle refresh, so that means that the 2022 Kinvara is based on the same midsole architecture as the Kinvara 12. Though there are changes on the upper, there’s only a marginal difference in the overall fit. I wish Saucony could have carried the design principles of the tongue over to the exterior of the heel cup.Except for the tiny pieces of rubber under the high-wear zones, the outsole is an extension of the foam midsole. It’s the same as last year, so there are large chevron-shaped lugs under the forefoot for traction. After our freezer test, the shoe's flexibility changed by 148.3%! This is a significant outlier given that most shoes only stiffen up by 30-60%. Width is average but wider than previous Kinvaras Although marked as a neutral shoe, the Echelon is constructed with a wide, straight base that offers stability. It is recommended for people with flat feet and other foot conditions as its spacious interiors accommodate custom orthotics. Is Saucony made in the USA? With the Kinvara's lightweight design, there are very few structural enchantments that allow for extra support and rigidity. This model really requires that your muscles and form do the work for the shoe.