I purchased the ProGrid Ride 3 shoes to replace my worn ProGrid Ride 2 shoes, and WOW what a difference. First off, I knew I'd experience a better run since my old shoes were... well... old and worn out. I was starting to get some leg fatigue after about 13 minutes into my run. With the old shoes, the fit was very good, and the comfort was good, but not great. I enjoyed running in the shoes, but would occasionally experience a little difficulty in how they fit my foot.
With the updated model, I have to say I'm ecstatic about my runs. I find myself having absolutely no fatigue even as I'm approaching 60 minutes at a steady 6 mph pace. It's like running on a cushion of foam! Note, these are designed for people with a neutral gate. If you don't know what that means, your gate identifies how your foot touches the ground while you're walking... with a high arch, flat foot, or neutral. This determines the best type of shoe to provide the most comfort. Go to a running shoe store and tell them you want your gate checked... it'll save you a lot of hassle and headache!!!
Once again, I look forward to my runs!
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I moved into the Saucony Men's Progrid Ride 3 Running Shoe after running for a couple of years in Saucony Progrid Triumph 4 shoes. I can't say what the difference between them is (technically speaking), perhaps the Ride 3 is a little less substantial, or maybe it has a little less padding, especially under the front part of the foot, but after a run of 5 miles or so the balls of my feet were sore, even the next day. I also noticed that the heel didn't feel totally comfortable when I walked on them either. So it looks like this may not be the best match for me. My ankles, knees, and hips were fine though, but there's something about the shoe that just didn't work for me and my feet.
FYI, my weight ranges between about 170-175 and I usually run between 15-20 miles a week, so not killer far. I have a very slight heel strike, and am a neutral runner (no pronounced pronation or suppination in my ankles). This shoe is recommended for runners under 180 lbs and who run under 25 miles a week...so it should have been a good match, but, alas, it wasn't.
It may be that I am a little heavy or the motion of my stride just isn't a good match for this shoe, so I'm now going back to the Saucony Triumph Progrid series to see how that treats me. Saucony brand shoes have treated me right so far, and The Triumph 4 was great, so I'm hoping that the Saucony Men's ProGrid Triumph 7 Running Shoe and I are a match made for running. Here's hoping.
So, at least in my experience, this shoe was probably about a 4 out of 5 stars. But for a slightly lighter runner this may be the right match. Good luck!
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These are a very comfortable pair of shoes. Fit well and are well cushioned. I would certainly buy them again.
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gave me a blister on my heel. might just need to break them in. I couldn't find the ProGrid 4 that i usually buy.
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I've worn Asics Gel for many years but have had trouble getting "last-year's" models at decent price. Ride 3 was my alternate choice and I've been very satisfied. My size 11.5 EE fits well plenty roomy (a little more than zame-size 2170, which is good). The only "drawback" is that I get a little "sole slapping" when I shuffle just a good reminder to lift my feet!
UH-OH (8-21-2013). I have to drastically revise my review! As mentioned, I wore Asics Gel (2000/2100 models) forever, 2-3 pairs per year since the year 2000! I thought the Ride 3 matched the Gel, but now I find my Ride 3 has completely worn out after only 140 running miles. I am a heavier runner (200 lbs) and replaced the Gel every 250-300 miles, just for cushioning. But the heal of my Ride 3 is completely worn off the black "outer" material that provides motion control is gone! (This never happened on Asics.) My savings of $20-30 per pair over Asics is illusory, since the Ride 3 has lasted only half as long. My rating drops from 5 to 2.
