Endorphin Elite 2 Running Shoe
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What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"The Endorphin Elite 2 is hands down my choice for race day. The combination of Saucony’s responsive superfoam and that carbon plate gives me serious rebound, helping me conserve energy and keep my pace strong. Plus, the lightweight upper keeps my feet cool and connected to every step, which is exactly what I need when pushing for a PR."
When race day rolls around, we want every possible advantage, and the Endorphin Elite 2 Running Shoe gives us that extra edge. This advanced racing shoe from Saucony is powered by next-gen superfoam cushioning, which returns energy with every stride, helping us keep our speed high and our fatigue low. Featuring a full-length slotted carbon fiber plate, this shoe delivers a smooth, propulsive toe-off that keeps us moving forward with momentum. The lightweight knit and mesh upper wraps snugly for breathable comfort, ensuring every ounce of energy goes straight to our performance.
Details
- High-performance running shoe built for race day
- Next-generation superfoam provides exceptional energy return
- Full-length slotted carbon fiber plate for a smooth, propulsive ride
- 8mm offset for a comfortable, balanced heel-to-toe transition
- Lightweight, breathable upper keeps feet cool and comfortable
- Neutral support is ideal for competitive runners
- Item #SAUQ08U
- Upper Material
- mesh
- Closure
- lace
- Midsole
- EVA, carbon fiber plate
- Support Type
- neutral
- Cushion
- maximum
- Heel / Forefoot Height
- 39.5 / 31.5mm
- Drop
- 8mm
- Claimed Weight
- 7oz
- Activity
- neutral
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4.5 based on 27 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 24, 2025
Size .5 up!
Great bouncy light weight shoe, but size .5 up! Ran the boston marathon in them and toes were hitting the front of the shoe (especially during the downhills). I'm always an 8 in Saucony shoes.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 22, 2025
Perfect cushion for Boston
Amazing shoes. Helped me reach my Boston PR at age 57.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 21, 2025
Great racing shoe!
These shoes are great! Helped me reach a 5-minute PR in the half marathon. These shoes push you to a quick turnover and you almost feel like you are on springs. They are a fun, quick shoe perfect for race day. A couple of notes. While they are great on straight and gradual turns, don't be surprised if you need to slow down around sharp turns. Additionally, runners with a more natural heal strike might not have the same experience. The shoes' natural forward foot rocker seems to favor runners with more of a mid-foot strike. Further, the shoe becomes more stable at harder efforts, definitely a racing or speed shoe and not a daily trainer. Lastly, there is not a lot of grip on the soles. I may be worried about using these shoes in rainy, slick conditions (although to be fair I haven't tried them in those conditions).
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 16, 2025
Unisex Sizing Flop?
I am a long time devoted Saucony runner and have consistently rotated through Kinvaras, Tempus, Liberties, Shifts, Speeds, Pros and Elite 1's over the last 8 years. I have ALWAYS been a women's 7.5 in every pair. With out fail I can put them on, go out and run and they feel like I've worn them forever. No blsters...no aches and pains..no soreness...until the Elite 2 came along. The bounce and roll is an absolute dream but the sizing is off and I am left with extremely sore toes. I'm super disappointed in the sizing. Is this because of the unisex sizing? Did I get a defective pair some how? I'm not sure but I really wanted them to be my next PR shoe! Runners beware!
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 15, 2025
A bit unstable for me
Purchased from a mom and pop shop. I’m not an elite athlete but I am working toward running a marathon. My PB for the half marathon is 2:08. I have wide feet and I decided to go 1 size up from my true to size measurement. They fit ok. It’s not super snug or loose. It was a good decision to go 1 full size up for me. The shoes are not bad. The heel is so soft it feels very unstable especially getting up in double digit miles. My feet had to work really hard to stay balanced. I would wear these in shorter races since I’m not used to them.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
April 4, 2025
Speed, Bounce, and Comfort.
My daughter is a distance runner and PR’d by 10 seconds in the 3200. Much bounce, speed, and comfort.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
March 25, 2025
Incredi-ble!!!!
I bought this shoe on the day it released. My first run in the Elite2 was a half marathon. I ran for a personal record and I knew that the reason for this performance was because of the Elite 2! Super soft and bouncy - unlike any other super shoe I've tried to date (I've tried them all). These are special for so many reasons. The incredirun is incredible!!! Plenty of foam in the forefoot, my legs weren't even sore at all. I'll be using these for the Chicago Marathon and Disney Marathon. I'm in love with the Saucony Endorphin Elite 2!
Originally reviewed on Saucony
March 25, 2025
Better than Version 1!
43x marathoner, including 14 Boston's. This ain't my first rodeo. I just took these babies out for a spin and I really enjoyed the feel. I will be wearing these for Boston marathon next month. These shoes have a tremendous bounce to them that I enjoy. I see others complaining of the sizing, but I did not have that problem. Plus if you're running distance you want a bit of space for your toes to swell and expand. I thought last years model, it would feel like my foot was slipping out. This year the overall fit is better from the upper to the heel. I definitely recommend.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
March 23, 2025
Lite and easy to hold pace ran at 9 minutes pace
Bought Elite 2 ran a half marathon race yesterday, used them straight out of the box and got a a PR of over 9 and half minutes.over one I ran last November in the pro 4 . Temperature in the 50's and my clothes were not wet with sweat .easy to hold pace without much effort. Got first in age group.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
March 21, 2025
Outstanding
Straight out of the box, made the 10k run home from work easy feeling really confident in the 3 marathons I have this year and the full ironman ottawa. Feel I found the perfect shoe to date.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
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