Saucony Grid FastWitch 2 review

Product rating

Bewitched!

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There are 2 versions of the FastWitch: SPEED, with the black sole and ENDURANCE, with the red sole. The "SPEED" version is for faster, short paced runs and has a lower outsole rubber profile and is suitable for training, short tempo runs and 5K or even 10k runs. The "ENDURANCE" version gives more attention to stability and is thus designed for longer distances up to a marathon using a double density midsole and EVA outsole.

Now. as far as weight is concerned, the "SPEED" version is about 0.5 oz lighter than the "ENDURANCE".

Speed (Black) & Endurance (Red sole)

Now, if only you could clicked the heels together like Dorothy and magically switch between the two versions, I would run all the way to Kansas :)

Review #1 from RunningTimes.com (Endurance version)

If you’re looking for a flat that does more to protect you than keeping gravel from getting between your toes, the Fastwitch Endurance 2 deserves a look. Despite falling squarely in the racing shoe weight division (8.6 ounces in a size 9), the Endurance 2 includes some trainer-like componentry: a foam medial post, a supplemental cushioning system in the heel, a plastic midfoot shank and thick soft rubber under the forefoot. The latter three are improvements over the original, which was lighter (yet less protective) than the new design. Efficient racers looking for a more flexible design may consider its sister shoe, the Fastwitch Speed 2. Unlike the original Fastwitch designs, the second incarnations will not be built in women’s-specific sizes.

Pros: Good ride, responsive and very well cushioned for running flats. Great for Chi Running.

Cons: Not so durable for longer runs, bottom tread wears out.

Description

Shoe type: Running
Average weight: 8.1oz (ENDURANCE version) and 7.6oz (SPEED version)
Outsole: Rubber
Support: I-Grid Rearfoot Cushioning System
Midsole: Compression molded EVA
Lining: Nylon
Upper:Air Mesh (nylon mesh)

Available Colours (Both Models)
Men & Women - White/Silver/Red

Available Models

Saucony Grid FastWitch 2 Speed
Saucony Grid FastWitch 2 Endurance

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