I have tested several Saucony running shoes over the years, including multiple versions of the American brand’s popular Peregrine family of trail trotters, a shoe that is now up to its 14th iteration, and which continues to evolve. The Peregrines are excellent for everyday training runs on mixed terrain, but with some larger challenges on the horizon, including a frankly frightening ultramarathon, I’ve been looking for a hoof with bit more substance and support. On paper the Xodus Ultra 3s looked ideal, so I was exited about getting them on my feet to see how they compare to the best trail running shoes on the market.
- Weight (per shoe): 288g / 10.1oz
- Stack Height: 36–30mm
- Heel-to-toe drop: 6mm
- Lug depth: 4mm
- Materials: Synthetic mesh upper, EVA midsole (PWRRUN frame with an internal layer of PWRRUN PB), PWRTRAC outsole
- Colors: Black & dusk / Cinder & shadow / Dove & olivine / Navy & peel / Citron & bough (men’s); Citron & sage / Black & quail / Cloud & cinder / Currant & pepper / Moon & dusk (women’s)
- Compatibility: Perfect for training and racing on tough terrain for any distance, including ultra epics
