One of Saucony's Most Reliable Running Shoes Just Got a Rare Discount Ahead of Black Friday
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Why We Love This Deal
Now’s the time to start shopping for running shoes. Why? End-of-year discounts and early Black Friday deals are popping up on this and past season’s sneakers as retailers try to make room for next year’s models. This is happening at Brooks, Hoka, On, and now, Saucony has just entered the conversation with a big deal on one of its most beloved neutral running shoes.
The Saucony Ride 18 is on sale for $109, a rare 25% discount off its normal price of $145, at Saucony and retailers like REI, where reviewers go crazy for this shoe. REI actually has one color, possibly mistakenly, listed for $1 less, but the most on-sale colors and the widest range of sizes will likely be found on the brand's website. Regardless of which retailer you shop with, shipping should be free.
Saucony Ride 18 Running Shoes, $109 (was $145) at REI
What Shoppers Should Know
- Colorways Available: 19
- Sizes Available: 7-15, wide sizes available
- Weight: 9.1 ounces
- Drop: 8mm
- Type: High-cushion training shoe
The Ride is a neutral training shoe (it’s designed for runners who don’t need a lot of extra support under their feet) with a well-cushioned midsole. The midsole is made with Saucony’s Pwrrun+ cushioning foam that’s composed of TPU pellets, which gives it a balanced ride—soft with some responsiveness at toe-off.
The engineered mesh upper creates a snug fit and also breathes well, so your feet don’t overheat, and padding around the ankle collar and heel creates a comfortable, locked-in sensation as you run. On the bottom, ridged patches of rubber stretching from the toe to the heel generate reliable grip for pavement running.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
Now in its 18th generation, the Ride continues to be a popular choice among runners, and judging from the REI reviews, it’s clear Saucony nailed the design for this iteration. Shoppers love its generous cushioning and versatile build—in addition to running, it’s also great for walking and even casual wear.
One shopper said wearing the shoe “feels like walking on a trampoline,” and another agreed, praising the Ride’s “great cushion and support.” Another reviewer called the shoe “extremely comfortable and breathable” and loved its “fantastic” grip—always a plus when navigating through wet fall and winter weather.
Now only $109, this is a fantastic price for a Saucony running shoe, but the Ride 18 won’t stay in stock long with this discount going on, and several sizes are already sold out. Nab yours today before it’s gone for good.