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The Saucony Triumph ISO 5 is a high cushioned neutral trainer from Saucony. More cushion than the Saucony Ride ISO. I’ve run in several models of the Saucony Triumph ISO, with my favorite being the first. The Triumph is a high cushioned, but lightweight trainer.

I’ve typically had a version of the Triumph in my rotation but recently moved towards the Ride. For the last year, the Ride has felt better to me personally. When it was released, I was eager to see how the Triumph felt.

Fit:

The Saucony Triumph ISO has run short for several versions, but this year it runs true to size. I typically wear a women’s 10-11 wide, and 10.5 has been great.

Like many Saucony shoes, the Saucony Triumph ISO 5 uses Saucony’s ISO Fit upper. What ISO Fit? It helps to lock in your foot while moving and adapting throughout the run. It can also fit more feet; whether you have bunions, narrow feet, or full but don’t worry, the shoe also comes in wide.

The second update to the Triumph upper includes a “Jacquard” engineered mesh. According to Saucony, this helps to accommodate more foot types (with the updated ISO fit, it does). The jacquard mesh is basically fancy mesh.

Ride:

New for this version, Saucony added 2mm of EVERUN Topsole cushioning. There is supposedly more energy return than ever before. The topsole is on top of the Everrun, so the shoe feels more cushioned and more energetic.

Something to note is the grip is much better than previous versions too. I’ve run in the downpouring rain, and the traction has been fine.

The Saucony Triumph ISO 5 feels closer the original ISO 1 than ever before. Maybe I’m just reminiscing on the shoe, but it finally feels like Saucony put more into the again. For the past few generations, it’s taken a backseat to the Freedom or even the Ride.

I’ve run about 100 miles in the shoe (long runs, easy runs, workouts) and for me, it’s best fit as a daily trainer or long run.

Conclusion:

I like the Saucony Triumph, and I think the Saucony Triumph ISO 5 is the best it’s been since the first version. I’ll continue running it.

Current Rotation:

Easy Runs: Brooks Glycerin 16, Brooks Ghost 11, Hoka One One Cavu

Workouts: Nike LT Streak, Nike Zoom Fly

Races: Nike LT Streak

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Questions for you:

What is your current favorite pair of running shoes?

Have you run in Saucony before?

The Brooks Launch 3 is a lightweight trainer. It’s a great option for anyone is looking for a fast and responsive trainer that can be used for anything from racing a 5k to a marathon. I know a lot of runners who prefer the Launch 3 as their daily trainer as well. It’s a shoe that can pretty much do anything.

Originally I bought the Launch 3 based on the Olympic color pattern. Even though I was injured at the time, I loved the limited edition color and didn’t want to miss out. I wasn’t alone, and the shoes sold out in store pretty quickly. I didn’t know if I would end up running in them but I knew they could be an option too.

Fit:

I like the fit of the Launch 3. It has a wide toebox and a narrow heel. In general, I find the shape of most Brooks Shoes to be true to size. I wear a size 10, and a size 10 Launch 3 fits like a glove.

To add: I didn’t run in the Launch or the Launch 2 but I tried them on at work a few times. The Launch 3 was redesigned to be seamless which is great for anyone with a super wide food (like me).

Ride:

At first glance, the Launch wouldn’t be a shoe I would pick out for myself to run in. It’s light weight, and I typically like more cushion.

That being said, the Brooks Launch has a nice lightweight, but firm feel to it. The front, as well as the mid foot, have been designed with more cushion. I run rather far on my toes, so the front loaded cushion is much appreciated!

After a few runs, I ultimately decided I liked them and will keep them in my rotation. I’m debating buying a second pair to keep the “Olympic pair” for special occasions…(Like what if an Olympian wants to go to a diner or something?)

For my personal use, I plan to run in them as a workout shoe or a “faster feeling shoe”. I don’t plan to do long runs or high mileage in them.

Similar models: Saucony Kinvara, Saucony Ride, Nike Pegasus, Brooks Ghost

My Current Rotation:
Asics Cumulus 18
Hoka Clifton 3
Saucony Triumph
Brooks Launch

Pros:

Light weight but cushioned
Price point of $100 ($110 for the limited edition color I chose)
Great shoe to use for racing or training

Cons:

Less cushion than a traditional trainer
Less durable than a traditional trainer. If you’re using these for a marathon shoe, you might want to invest in a couple of pairs.

Questions for you:
Do you wear Brooks? Have you tried the Launch 3?
What is your favorite running shoe?

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Saucony Triumph ISO 5 Shoe Review