Saucony Ride 19 vs Ride 18
Ride 19 or Ride 18? Here’s how they compare on feel, fit, brand specs and price, from the fitting team at The Run House.
The short answer
The Ride 19 replaced the Ride 18.
An updated, softer PWRRUN+ foam, more stack, a wider base and more rocker.
What changed
- Foam: Updated PWRRUN+ (a beaded TPU foam): softer, with more energy return.
- Shape: About 4mm more foam, a wider base and a more pronounced rocker.
- Outsole: Less rubber under the midfoot and heel, a little more up front.
- On the run: Softer, bouncier and much stiffer up front. Fit about the same.
- Measured: 0.8 oz heavier (Saucony lists it 0.6 oz lighter) and 3.7mm more foam under the heel. Drop about the same.
Still like the Ride 18? It’s $36 less than the Ride 19 while supplies last, with 9 colors in stock.
On the run
Ride 19: The bouncy, versatile value pick. Balanced cushioning with more bounce than you’d expect at this price, and a smoother rocker than before. It firms up enough when you push to handle the odd faster run.
Ride 18: The light, responsive value pick. Responsive and flexible, with a fantastic step-in feel. It’s on the firm side; the Ride 19 is softer.
Specs side by side
| Ride 19 | Ride 18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145 | $108.95 (was $140) |
| Stack height (heel / forefoot) | 36 / 28mm | 37 / 29mm* |
| Drop | 8mm | 8mm* |
| Weight, men’s | 8.9 oz | 9.5 oz* |
| Weight, women’s | 7.7 oz | 8.1 oz* |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Plate | None | None |
| Widths | Standard, Wide | Standard |
| Built for | Easy days, Long runs, Recovery runs, Walking & all-day wear | Easy days, Long runs, Tempo & workouts |
| Expected life | 350–450 miles | 350–450 miles |
Stack, drop and weight come from each brand’s own website. Numbers marked * aren’t published by the brand and come from other published specs. Weights are for the size each brand quotes. Expected life is our estimate.
Fit
Ride 19. True to size with a roomy toebox and good heel hold. Some find the midfoot a little low, so if you’re between sizes, try both.
Ride 18. True to size with no heel slip and lots of room over the toes, but it’s narrow for wide feet.
Try them on
Come try on both at The Run House in Walpole, Needham or Falmouth. Gait analysis is always free.
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