Saucony Paramount Max
Saucony's new max-cushion recovery trainer built on ultra-soft IncrediRun foam: marshmallow plush, surprisingly light for its 43 mm bulk, and stable thanks to a wide platform. Built for recovery days and easy miles with a roomy, wide-foot-friendly fit. It is one-dimensional at $200: do not buy it hoping to pick up the pace.
Reach for the Saucony Paramount Max for easy recovery days and everyday training miles. 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. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
- Exceptionally soft, protective cushioning
- Stable despite the plush stack
- Roomy fit that suits wide feet
- Light for a max trainer
- Recovery-pace only
- Pricey at $200 versus more versatile trainers
- Heel collar can rub with low socks
| Shoe | Cushion | Support | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v14 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
| ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
| Brooks Glycerin 22 | Maximum | Neutral | $165 | Analyze |
| ASICS Superblast 2 | Maximum | Neutral | $200 | Analyze |
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