Saucony  Ride 18 Road-Running Shoes - Women's

I bought these about 2.5 months ago and switch between a variety for my runs throughout the week, so they have about 100 miles on them and I tend to wear them on 3-7 mile daily runs. At this point I have decided I liked the Ride 17 better, though they’re comparable in running feel. These continue to have the gusseted tongue that holds it in place nicely. I think the lacing system was an improvement, they don’t loosen nearly as much as the 17s when I’m tying them. Through the arch, I don’t think they sit as tight to the foot as the previous version, which I preferred. The heel upper is thicker with cushioning and so is the tongue, which isn’t my favorite but isn’t the worst. It still sits in the same spot on the foot and doesn’t bother me. My main complaint with these is honestly that they changed the mesh upper in the toe box. I really liked the mesh on the 17s, it held up for 400 miles. One of mine already has a hole in the toe box because this mesh is more flexible and not as sturdy. It might be more breathable or something, but it gives a much looser feel to the toe box, I liked the security and resistance of the previous version. The overall feel is more plush and loose in the upper, though the bottom feels the same. If you haven’t worn a previous version, these are a shoe with good mid-firm cushioning that gives a gentle footfall but doesn’t feel too soft and squishy like the more pillowy shoes. They have a wide base for stability and the wide toe box typical of Saucony without the rest of the shoe being wider.

Really bummed— I love saucony shoes especially the ride ones. The Ride 18 seems to have some quality control issues or a bad design altogether. I have had these for maybe 2 months and only have worn them for walking since I haven’t been running recently. There are multiple rips and holes simply from walks around the neighborhood. Upset that they cost so much for this quality and haven’t held up like past saucony ride shoes .

I bought a pair of these shoes in early May within two weeks and not even 30 miles on them both side sides of my shoes had holes in them

These shoes have weird little bumps on the bottom part of the shoe that Saucony refused to exchange. They are too squishy.

I bought them a month ago and the mesh on the toes ripped. Now there is a huge hole. I wear running socks, had my foot scanned and fitted for them and I only run on a treadmill. This shouldn’t have happened to a pair of sneakers like this.

Instant visible wear and tear after 1 use, extremely disappointing in these.

I love the ALL Pink sneakers, could have more cush

I have been running in the Ride 17s for a year, and I love them. I definitely wore those out, putting more than 400 miles on them. They're like clouds. Unfortunately, the Ride 18s are very different in my opinion. It's like they took half of the cushion out of the front of the shoe. I still enjoy the wide toe box, even in the regular width size, but they're not as bouncy or comfortable as the 17s. When I wear the 17s, I feel so excited to run. The 18s don't give me that feeling, but they're supportive enough not to hurt on my long runs. I ran a half marathon in them, and my feet felt good. Average trainer, I think.

Triumph 20 was the last Triumph I could wear. The 21's were tight, and the.22's too plush. It was getting hard to find my size in the 20's so tried New Balance, Asics end Brooks again. All the old brands I wore before they changed and I found the triumphs. I had little hope for finding a shoe after the Triumph changed. I tried these new Ride 18 and they were perfect for me. They have the right amount of support, no pain after wearing them a day. My feet are narrow, so others might need to order them in wide. The colors our nice, but my hope is they'll come out with more fun colors like the Sweaty Betty Triumph. Will definitely get these again until they change...

I loved the Saucony Echelon and Saucony Triumphs. They were extremely comfortable and provided excellent support during my runs. I have a history of 2 knee surgeries so I am particular about the feel and comfort of my running shoes. I was excited to try this model out! I was saddened when I discovered they do not provide the similar comfort I enjoyed with the previous models. Running and even walking in these shoes cause discomfort on the outside of my feet. The day after wearing these shoes, I still felt the lateral foot pain. I have given them ample time and casual wear to break in, but they are still causing pain. I will end up repurchasing the previously mentioned models:)