Saucony Women's Triumph 19 Running Shoe, Medium

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The rigid heel counter is nicely padded and ensures a secure hold, as for the midfoot. Saucony really has streamlined the midfoot part of their shoes, throwing away the ISO conception, for the best IMO. Foothold is not compromised at all, and the uppers are much more simple and effective, saving weight on the occasion. Jeff: Wow, Jeremy did an incredibly good job describing the upper, and there’s nothing above I’d disagree with him about. Last year’s shoe was on the heavier side, not that I minded the weight (my pair of 10.5 Triumph 18 is 32g heavier than the same size T19), but the 18’s upper was heavy. Like wool sweater heavy. This year we got away from the ugly sweater party and went with a lightweight and much thinner material, and as a result, the shoe is much more breathable while still holding the foot well. Still want some more? The newfound breathability of the upper is not just a marketing line off the spec sheet. Tried and tested this last week-end under the sun (finally!): my feet were perfectly dry despite the heat and the...active session. Neither hot spots nor any chafing while shuttling up & down a hill. If you want something that’s just about comfort and ease, and not about speed this is a great option.

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There’s not much to say about this outsole: simple, effective, the grip is good even on wet asphalt, and it works well on light dry trails. Durability is excellent and I cannot see any sign of wear after 80+kms. While this will not be my first choice for a tempo day or workouts it will definitely find a place in my line up for those long easy cruises or when my tired legs are in need of some rescuing. Asics Novablast 2- Not entirely a max cushioned, but still a highly, highly cushioned trainer that does recovery well With a PWRRUN midsole and the ISO fit gone this also helped make my apprehension fade away. Once on my feet the shoes were remarkably comfortable like an old pair of reliable jeans. I appreciated the simplicity of the upper which give a very airy and plush feeling.Jeff: And this is where this shoe truly shines. While the midsole does feel a little firmer than some of its modern contemporaries, when out on the run, there’s a smoothness to the cushioning that few shoes on the market have. There’s a little bit of bounce/rebound when you land, but mostly just some nice squish to dull the road. That’s been the Triumph’s bread and butter, and this year’s version does it as well as any of its ancestors. There’s no sinking feeling as you land, so while this wouldn’t be the shoe I’d recommend for your speedwork, if you happen to be wearing them and the run gets fast, you’ll be fine.

Cut in half: Saucony Triumph 19 Review (2023) | RunRepeat

The shoe’s comfortable, feels light, especially for the amount of protection that I can feel while walking and I must say that I was eager to run with them! The ever-popular Ride and Triumph series, are perfect for neutral road runners who want comfy cushioning. And guess what? I was wrong. Like...miles away. Sure they’re plush shoes with a substantial amount of cushioning, but I find them nowhere near soft nor mushy. It has a subtle amount of firmness that makes the run responsive, something I find ideal for a large spectrum of paces, from easy up to training marathon pace.

The Bad

David: The Saucony Triumph 19 was much more enjoyable for me than the 18. The 19 felt more natural on foot (the 18 was very heavy) thanks to the lighter upper. The midsole and outsole remain the same throughout. The bevel of the heel is done well and the outsole has cutouts in convenient places to make the shoe flexible and rigid in comfortable areas. PWRUN+ still yields a highly protective ride throughout while also providing some responsiveness. The shoe certainly feels better at daily paces though. I've done some harder strides and paces in this shoe and I find it is just a little too much for for those purposes. The outsole is trusty and I have been able to take this in various different terrains. I did find that the midfoot to forefoot transition could come off a little "slappy" and I think some of that might be because of the break of the outsole through the midfoot region of the shoe. Otherwise it is a solid neutral cushioned trainer.