Saucony
Endorphin Azura Running Shoe - Men's
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The Grivet Take
The Endorphin Azura is Saucony's plateless super-trainer, slotting into the Endorphin lineup as the daily trainer that does a little bit of everything. 40/32 stack with an 8mm drop, the same PWRRUN PB PEBA foam from the Speed and Pro lines, but no plate and a new CPU outsole that brings the weight under 8 oz. Best for daily training, long runs, tempo workouts, and anyone wanting a single shoe that can handle easy miles to uptempo without specializing. Skip it for race day; the unplated platform doesn't propel like the Pro or Speed. At $150 it's a strong value for the foam and the versatility.
Fit & Feel snapshot
Fit
LengthHow the shoe fits compared with true-to-size expectations.
True to size
Toe box widthHow much side-to-side room the shoe has across the front of the foot.4 of 5
NarrowWide
Toe box volumeHow much vertical room the shoe has above the toes.3 of 5
LowHigh
MidfootHow snug or roomy the shoe feels through the arch and laces.3 of 5
SnugRoomy
Heel holdHow securely the back of the shoe holds the heel.4 of 5
LooseLocked
Ride
CushionHow much material sits underfoot. This is about amount of cushioning, not how soft it feels.4 of 5
MinimalMaximal
SoftnessHow soft or firm the cushioning feels underfoot.4 of 5
FirmPlush
RockerHow much the shoe's shape rolls you forward through the step.3 of 5
FlatAggressive
ResponsivenessHow much pop or energy return the shoe feels like it gives back.5 of 5
DeadBouncy
Support
Support TypeSupport Type describes how much built-in guidance the shoe has. Neutral shoes do not add support structure. Stability shoes use geometry, rails, firmer foam, or frame designs to create a more guided feel. Motion control shoes are the maximum-support category and are rare in modern running.
Neutral
Stability
Motion Control
No added support structure
PlatformPlatform describes the width and shape of the shoe's base underfoot. A wider platform can feel steadier even when the shoe is neutral. This is separate from Support Type.
Standard platform
How it fits
Fits true to size with a medium-spacious toe box that allows toe splay without feeling sloppy. Slight forefoot width gives most foot shapes room without floating. Midfoot is normal volume with a secure lacing system; heel hold is good. Available in Standard (D) only for men's. The light, supportive upper sits flat against the foot without pressure points.
How it feels
PWRRUN PB PEBA foam delivers a light, super responsive ride with quick energy return; soft enough to read plush on easy pavement miles, peppy enough to handle tempo efforts. The 40/32 stack provides protective cushion for long days, and the new CPU outsole helps keep the weight remarkably low (under 8 oz). No plate means the foam itself does the work; ride character is more natural and less assisted than the Speed or Pro lines.
Quick specs
- Category
- Long run trainer
- Surface
- Pavement · Treadmill · Track
- Heel stackHow much shoe sits between your foot and the ground.
- 40.0 mm
- Forefoot stack
- 32.0 mm
- DropThe difference between heel height and forefoot height, measured in millimeters.
- 8.0 mm
- Weight (men's 9)
- 7.5 oz · 213 g
- CushionHow much material sits underfoot. This is about amount of cushioning, not how soft it feels.
- 4 / 5
- Support TypeSupport Type describes how much built-in guidance the shoe has. Neutral shoes do not add support structure. Stability shoes use geometry, rails, firmer foam, or frame designs to create a more guided feel. Motion control shoes are the maximum-support category and are rare in modern running.
- Neutral
- PlatformPlatform describes the width and shape of the shoe's base underfoot. A wider platform can feel steadier even when the shoe is neutral. This is separate from Support Type.
- Standard platform
- Midsole
- PWRRUN PB (PEBA, supercritical expanded)
- Outsole
- CPU outsole
- PlateA stiff layer, usually carbon, nylon, or TPU, built into some shoes to add structure, snap, or propulsion.
- No
- WidthsThe width options this shoe is made in. Actual availability depends on current inventory.
- D
Tech, translated
PWRRUN PB is Saucony's PEBA-based supercritical-expanded foam, the same blend used in the Endorphin race lines. In the Azura it's used in a daily-trainer formulation without a plate, letting the foam itself drive the ride.
CPU outsole is a newer outsole technology; lighter and durable, helping the Azura land under 8 oz despite the 40/32 stack. Trade-off vs traditional rubber is potentially less long-term durability across many hundreds of miles.
Plateless design is the structural distinction in the Endorphin lineup. The Speed and Pro both use plates (nylon and carbon respectively); the Azura goes plateless for a more natural ride that still benefits from the SPEEDROLL forefoot rocker.
Frequently asked
Does the Saucony Endorphin Azura run true to size?
Yes, the Endorphin Azura fits true to size for most runners. The toe box is medium-spacious with room for toe splay without feeling sloppy; slightly wide forefoot accommodates most foot shapes. Available in Standard (D) only for men's.
How does the Saucony Endorphin Azura compare to the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4?
Both share PWRRUN PB PEBA foam and the SPEEDROLL forefoot rocker; the difference is the plate and the stack. The Azura goes plateless with 40/32 stack for a versatile daily-to-tempo ride. The Speed 4 has a nylon winged plate with 36/28 stack for more aggressive race-leaning snap. Choose the Azura for daily training that still feels lively. Choose the Speed 4 for tempo workouts and shorter racing.
Is the Saucony Endorphin Azura firm or soft underfoot?
Soft and lively. PWRRUN PB foam reads plush on easy pavement miles and pops underfoot at tempo pace. Without a plate, the ride is more natural and forgiving than the Speed or Pro lines. The 40/32 stack provides protective cushion for long days without going to max-cushion territory.
Is the Saucony Endorphin Azura good for treadmill running?
Yes. The CPU outsole holds up to belt wear, and the responsive PWRRUN PB foam is forgiving for repeated foot strikes on the same surface. At sub-8 oz it's one of the lighter daily trainers, which makes it well-suited to treadmill efforts of any pace, easy through tempo.
Compare it toSimilar shoes or common alternatives, with the key fit and ride differences called out.
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