{"id":45932,"date":"2024-04-04T03:48:10","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T07:48:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/?post_type=reviews_road&p=45932"},"modified":"2024-04-04T03:58:32","modified_gmt":"2024-04-04T07:58:32","slug":"saucony-guide-17-review","status":"publish","type":"reviews_road","link":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/reviews\/road\/saucony-guide-17-review\/","title":"Saucony Guide 17 Review","author":97,"featured_media":45938,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"brands":[129],"shoes_type":[781,521],"shoes_family":[724],"_stcr@_rolfkleinfeld@hotmail.com":null,"review_3_website_name":null,"test_trail":null,"_test_trail":null,"usd":null,"_usd":null,"aud":null,"_aud":null,"cad":null,"_cad":null,"gbp":null,"_gbp":null,"eur":null,"_eur":null,"shoe_brand":null,"_shoe_brand":null,"shoe_name":null,"pros":"3","cons":"1","verdict":"The Saucony Guide 17\u2019s are a pillowy soft max cushioned supportive shoe. It's a very stable shoe that can be used for an everyday trainer. I personally don't care for the color combinations or how they look but thoroughly enjoy how they feel on. ","weight":null,"heel":null,"toe":null,"heeldrop":null,"reccomended_for":null,"rrp":null,"review":null,"keywords":"Saucony Guide 17, Saucony running shoes review, best Saucony running shoes, Stability running shoes,","description":"The Saucony Guide 17\u2019s are a pillowy soft max cushioned shoe. It's a very stable shoe that can be used for an everyday trainer. I personally don't care for the color combinations or how they look but thoroughly enjoy how they feel on. 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Visually they look bulky but are quite lightweight<\/strong>. The Guides are known for their stability and it's obvious that this shoe was built for that. The 6mm offset helps to aid in this feeling, and it's reduced from 8 mm in Guide 16.\r\n\r\nJust like most daily trainers that are out on the market, you'll pay around $140. This is a reasonable price when comparing them to other brands. With all the technology and updates, I think they are worth that much. \r\n\r\nMy absolute favorite running shoe would be the Saucony Triumph 21<\/a> and the Guides are very similar<\/strong>. Both are max-cushioned daily trainers but obviously the Guide 17\u2019s are more stable. \r\n\r\nOther shoes that offer similar technology would be the HOKA Arahi 7<\/a> which uses J-frame technology and sidewalls and the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23<\/a>. Brooks has the GuideRails technology that helps to keep extra movement at bay. 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It has a dense built-up midsole that doesn't make it a top pick for a shoe I would race or PR in.","_who_should_not_buy_it_":"field_63132ff0865f5","build_quality":"10","_build_quality":"field_6272ddc1b33de","comfort":"10","_comfort":"field_6272dd6fa6b88","value_price":"8","_value_price":"field_6272de0a5fdf4","third_shoe":"43664","_third_shoe":"field_630bbf8341294","upper_rate":"9","_upper_rate":"field_6272de2a5fdfb","sole_unit_rate":"9","_sole_unit_rate":"field_6272de295fdfa","landing":"9","_landing":"field_6272de285fdf9","transition":"9","_transition":"field_6272de285fdf8","toe_off":"10","_toe_off":"field_6272de275fdf7","traction":"8","_traction":"field_6272de265fdf6","first_impressions":"[caption id=\"attachment_45937\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhen I first opened the box I was surprised by how wide the midsole looked<\/strong> but was excited to try them on. \r\n\r\nI laced them up and immediately felt how my feet melted into them. Lately, I've been wearing firmer shoes to run in so it was a nice change. \r\n\r\nI have been training for an ultra so my miles have been a lot longer and slower. I loved wearing these for those long slow runs<\/strong>. There was no break-in period needed and they fit true to size. I also saw that they come in a wide for those who might need them. \r\n\r\nMy first run in them was an 8-mile run in the pouring down rain. It was also a tad chilly that day. I had no issues with their comfort at all. \r\n\r\nIf anything, the upper is very spacious and I would want them to feel a little more snug around my midfoot. To solve this problem, I just grab thicker socks. Perfect fit then. \r\n\r\nMy run was on the road with no set intentions. I just tried to enjoy my run the best I could with the weather conditions I was dealt. \r\n\r\nWearing these extra cushiony shoes made the run more enjoyable<\/strong>. Because of the way the midsole is made, I was able to just run and not have to worry about how my foot would strike the ground. \r\n\r\nSaucony makes it so there is no thinking involved just the pure enjoyment of running. ","_first_impressions":"field_6313304ba000e","sole_unit":"[caption id=\"attachment_45936\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIn my opinion, the sole is where this shoe shines<\/strong>. Saucony has been making magic and moving towards a new direction in the stability area. This new direction takes the traditional methods and upgrades them to help guide your foot forward but also supports you in the process. \r\n\r\nA huge debut is Sauconys Center Path Technology. You'll notice how it helps to guide you down a central path through their individualised gait style. \r\n\r\nYou'll notice 3 main features with the new technology: higher side walls, a broader base, and an asymmetrical profile. \r\n\r\nAnother feature of the midsole is the rocker-shaped geometry. This design helps you to propel forward with less energy.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_45940\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the Guide 17 has gotten a facelift, you'll still find some familiarity with their PWRRUN cushioning. It's an EVA foam that has been a staple of past Guide models. It's an EVA foam that's been used for generations but upgrades have been made over the years. \r\n\r\nThere is a noticeable difference between this year's PWRRUN with the increased amount that you'll notice in the underfoot. It's an additional 2mm of cushioning, compared to last year's version. Having this added cushioning in your forefoot helps to absorb impact. \r\n\r\nTalking about durability, I have run well over 100 miles in them over the past few weeks and there is only slight wear on the sole. \r\n\r\nEverything else about the shoe looks brand new. I tested them out on various surfaces and weather conditions and found that they had good traction. \r\n\r\nI had no issues with slipping. \r\n","_sole_unit":"field_6313305d53bc4","custom_fields":{"model":"Guide 17","cons":[{"cons_line":"The colors and look are not trendy but don't affect the way it runs "}],"pros":[{"pro_line":"Breathable and lightweight "},{"pro_line":"Center Path Technology helps guide you forward"},{"pro_line":"High stack height helps to absorb impact "}],"vote":"10","weight_oz":"9.4","heel_drop_mm":"6","heel_mm":"35","toe_mm":"29","purchased_from_name":"Running Warehouse","purchased_from_url":"https:\/\/www.runningwarehouse.com\/Saucony_Guide_17\/descpage-S17GM00.html?from=guru","comfort":"10","build_quality":"10","upper_rate":"9","sole_unit_rate":"9","landing":"9","transition":"9","toe_off":"10","traction":"8","durability":"8","value_price":"8","who_is_it_for":"This shoe is for the runner who is looking for a smooth and gentle ride. 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This shoe is for the runner who is looking for a smooth and gentle ride. It’s great for long distances.<\/p>\n","who_should_not_buy_it_":"

This shoe is not for the runner who likes to be connected with the ground. It has a dense built-up midsole that doesn’t make it a top pick for a shoe I would race or PR in.<\/p>\n","introduction":"

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