Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 Drops to $130 for Prime Big Deal Days

Buy this shoe. The Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 normally runs $290, and for Prime Big Deal Days the unisex running shoe is $129.95, a savings of more than $160. Yes, it’s last year's model. It’s still one of our testers’ favorites (and one of my personal favorites), and at this price it’s one of the best racing shoe deals you’ll see all year.Shop Amazon Big Deal DaysWhy You Should Buy ItCarbon-plated racers rarely drop below half price. At $129.95, the Elite 2 costs less than a daily trainer typically does, and you get a shoe built for speed. A newer version doesn’t make a great shoe slower, and nothing about how the Elite 2 runs has changed since it earned a spot on our favorites list. If it’s been on your wish list, this is the price you were waiting for.The SpecsWeight: 7 oz for a men's size 10 (unisex sizing)Drop: 8 mmStack height: 39.5 mmRegular price: $290Sale price: $129.95Seven ounces is light for a shoe with this much foam underfoot. The 8 mm drop is moderate, so it should feel familiar if you're coming from most trainers or racers.How It RunsI've tested a lot of racing shoes, and the Elite 2 is one I that I loved right out of the box. The ride is a great mix of cushion and the jet-pack speed you get from a racing shoe, and somehow, these puppies are still surprisingly stable. It’s most impressive on tempo efforts, where it carries along, responsive and cushy without turning hard or feeling like you’re going to break something.The fit is just as good. There’s a good amount room in the toe box and forefoot, but it never feels like my foot or my weirdly narrow heels are drowning. The stable base gives me an even foot strike no matter where you’re running, and I’ve run it on hill repeats and longer tempos and track workouts without any more complaints than usual when running in a circle or uphill.Wear tester Eileen Cody (who runs a 7 minute mile) said of the shoes “I liked the first Endorphin Elite, but I kept going back to my Pros when I wanted a bit more stability. The Elite 2 combines the best of the Pro 2 and the Elite 1, which makes it the ideal Saucony shoe. I put fewer miles on it than I wanted, because I was saving it for special occasions.”One Note on the CushioningRunning Reviews Editor Amanda Furrer had a different first reaction: the shoe felt squishy. Her concern is that overly soft foam can backfire, with feet sinking in instead of getting a firm platform, and energy return damped instead of helping you speed up. She compared it to running on marshmallows, where the puffs flatten and don’t spring back, or to running in dreams, where you can’t get anywhere fast enough. But, she noted that in the long run, the shoes felt good overall and didn’t backfire the way she expected.Softness is personal. If you want a very firm, highly snappy ride, that’s worth keeping in mind. But at $129.95, trying the Elite 2 is a small risk for a shoe this light and so well loved by our testers.Who Should Buy ItIf you want a light, cushioned shoe for race day or key workouts, buy it. If you’re training for a fall or winter race, or already planning your spring calendar, buy it. If you’ve never owned a premium racing shoe, this is the cheapest way to find out what the fuss is about.Where to BuyThe Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 is $129.95 during Prime Big Deal Days. Discounted shoes sell out quickly, especially in popular sizes, so if you see your size, grab it.Shop Endorphin Elite 2 Prime Big Deal Days SaleCat Bowen, senior editor of commerce; reviews, is a seasoned runner with more than 20 years of distance running experience, including dozens of marathons, half marathons, and even a few ultra marathons. For over a decade, she has tested parenting, fitness, home, and running gear and written in-depth guides to help readers with their next purchase. Holding multiple advanced degrees and currently studying kinesiology, Cat Bowen brings research-backed insight to all of her guides. Passionate about women’s health and neurodivergent inclusion, she advocates for closing research gaps and helping others—especially AudHD people—find joy in running and fitness.