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Saucony Endorphin Pro 5

The 2026 update to Saucony's carbon racer pushes the stack toward the legal limit and softens the PWRRUN PB and PWRRUN HG combination for more bounce. It keeps the carbon plate and SPEEDROLL rocker that make the Pro line efficient over the full marathon. A more forgiving, modern super shoe than the Pro 4.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack39 mm
Toe boxNarrow
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 for race day and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Race daySpeed work
Pros
  • Bouncier, taller ride than the Pro 4
  • Efficient rocker for marathon pace
  • Race-day weight
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Narrow fit and tall stack demand a settled stride
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability32
Popularity83
Price50
Versatility52
Lightness90

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$230Price (MSRP)
39 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
7.3 ozMen's weight
6.4 ozWomen's weight
2026Release year
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