Saucony Men's Kinvara 13 Running Shoe

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Though we’ll be covering the finer aspects of the Kinvara 13’s upper construction and fit in this section, summing up the interior fit is easy. 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. The ride provides a unique balance of having enough cushion for shorter daily runs and being light enough for workouts. Most people used to current shoe design will find this shoe may work better as a workout shoe, especially if they are looking for a non-plated, flexible shoe. There is enough cushioning for me for runs up to 8 miles, but then I start to fatigue. Those used to more maximal shoe designs will want to take time to transition into this shoe as it requires more work from your body and especially the ankle. The sole and design make it a great workout shoe as it responds well to faster speeds. It is not the fastest shoe given the flexibility, but does quite well on tempo runs, fartleks and intervals. Most people may not be able to use this as a long run shoe due to this design not being as common, but for moderate to shorter length workouts it will do well.

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The Kinvara’s midsole dynamic has always been easy to read; there’s not a lot going on here. This is a mono-sole design, which means that the outsole is merely an afterthought. I even compared them to a pair of the Saucony Triumph that I have in my rotation, and they are visibly longer even though both shoes had the same size printed on the tag. Over the years, the brand has developed a wide range of running shoe categories for any type of run: easy, fast, race, trail, mud, etc. The sections below will help you make an informed decision on which models match your needs. Saucony running shoesThe Kinvara 13 is not a racing flat, so there’s sufficient ride comfort for long-distance runs – say, up to a half marathon.

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David: The Saucony Kinvara 13 is a neutral performance trainer for those looking to have a flexible and natural ride in their shoe. The shoe is very lightweight weighing in at 7.2 ounces in Men's size 9. This is a shoe that is "all you" and serves quite well for long runs and for fartleks. For those that can handle it there is some durability that can handle some daily training miles as well. The biggest update of the shoe is the upper and I think they improved it by making it more breathable yet still more reinforced and plush at the same time. The Endorphin Pro 3 is one of the lightest race shoes we’ve ever tested. At 206g (7.3 oz)—it is a whopping 61g (2.2 oz) lighter than the average road running shoe and 1g (0.03 oz) lighter than the average race shoe. Its stripped-down and minimal upper also made it very breathable during our runs. The company is owned by Wolverine World Wide, an American manufacturer of footwear which also produces shoes and boots from Caterpillar, Merrell, Keds, Hush Puppies, Sperry, among others. Are Saucony running shoes vegan? It will be delightfully welcomed by the runner who especially doesn’t care for a maximally cushioned shoe. Overall it is a great choice for an affordable daily trainer. Well done Saucony.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 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.

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The brand itself estimates around 400 miles for its shoes’ lifespan. However, some models can be more durable, while others may not live up to that claim. Here are some of the signs that you need to replace your pair:

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.

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Stability: B+ (They’re narrower in the middle of last which requires more control eccentrically through pronation. The upper helps to secure the foot and provides stability in that way. They are neutral trainers though and they do satisfy that role.) The Kinvara 13 doesn’t have any reflectivity, and gets rid of whatever little low-visibility trims that the 12 had. It is incredible breathable which made for some cold toes as I tested the K!2 at the end of winter. Printed graphic overlays add some structure to the upper, but keep the shoe lightweight.

Fleet Feet reviewers tested the Saucony Kinvara 13 for easy runs and up-tempo workouts. Here's what you need to know. Neutral shoes are meant for runners with normal pronation (no excessive inward or outward rolling of the foot), while stability shoes have supportive components to prevent overpronation.