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Saucony Tempus 2

A rare thing: a genuinely fast stability shoe. The Tempus 2 wraps a bouncy PWRRUN PB core in a supportive PWRRUN frame that guides the foot without a plate or a post. It lets overpronators pick up the pace in a shoe that still protects their stride, and plenty of neutral runners like it too.

Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportModerate
Drop8 mm
Heel stack37 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Saucony Tempus 2 for everyday training miles, long runs and tempo days and intervals. It has real support built in, so it suits runners who overpronate or like a locked-in, guided ride.

Daily trainingLong runsSpeed work
Pros
  • Stability that doesn't kill speed
  • PEBA core gives real energy return
  • Works for neutral and overpronating runners alike
Cons
  • Pricey for a non-plated trainer
  • Frame can feel firm underfoot at easy paces
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Skill profile
Support78
Cushion68
Durability68
Popularity74
Price60
Versatility60
Lightness78

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$170Price (MSRP)
37 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
8.9 ozMen's weight
7.9 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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