Saucony
Endorphin Pro 5 Running Shoe – Men's
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The Grivet Take
The Endorphin Pro 5 is Saucony's current carbon-plated race-day shoe for men, an iterative update over the well-loved Pro 4. Same 39/31 stack, 8mm drop, and PWRRUN PB foam — the structural changes are a sharper carbon plate and the new PWRTRAC outsole that grips better on wet roads. Best for race-day use from 5k through marathon, tempo workouts where you want full plate assist, and runners who found the Pro 4 a comfortable real-world race shoe.
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.3 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.3 of 5
FirmPlush
RockerHow much the shoe's shape rolls you forward through the step.4 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 breathable, slightly roomier upper than typical super shoes. Toe box runs slightly tapered with normal vertical room. Heel counter has been subtly reshaped and feels more locked-in than the Pro 4. Available in Standard (D) only for men's.
How it feels
PWRRUN PB PEBA foam topped with PWRRUN HG delivers a firmer, snappier ride than the Pro 4. The retuned carbon S-Curve plate provides aggressive propulsion through toe-off. Energy return is at the top of the scale. The new PWRTRAC outsole grips confidently on dry and slightly damp roads.
Quick specs
- Category
- Race day
- Surface
- Pavement · Treadmill · Track
- Heel stackHow much shoe sits between your foot and the ground.
- 39.0 mm
- Forefoot stack
- 31.0 mm
- DropThe difference between heel height and forefoot height, measured in millimeters.
- 8.0 mm
- Weight (men's 9)
- 8.4 oz · 238 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 + PWRRUN HG (topsole)
- Outsole
- PWRTRAC
- PlateA stiff layer, usually carbon, nylon, or TPU, built into some shoes to add structure, snap, or propulsion.
- Carbon S-Curve plate
- WidthsThe width options this shoe is made in. Actual availability depends on current inventory.
- D
Tech, translated
PWRRUN PB + PWRRUN HG (topsole) is the Endorphin Pro 5's dual-density race foam stack.
Carbon S-Curve plate is Saucony's race-day plate, retuned in the v5.
PWRTRAC outsole is new in the v5, replacing the Pro 4's cross-hatch rubber.
What changed from the previous version
Endorphin Pro 5 keeps the same weight, stack, and drop as the Pro 4 but tweaks the carbon plate for a sharper, more responsive feel. New PWRTRAC outsole grips better than the Pro 4's cross-hatch rubber, especially in the wet. Heel counter is subtly reshaped for more lockdown but can rub for runners with sensitive heels. Otherwise broadly similar to the Pro 4.
Frequently asked
Does the Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 run true to size?
Yes, the Endorphin Pro 5 fits true to size for most runners. Toe box runs slightly tapered. Available in Standard (D) only for men's.
What changed from the Saucony Endorphin Pro 4?
Same weight, stack, and drop as the Pro 4. The carbon plate has been retuned for a sharper, more responsive feel. The new PWRTRAC outsole grips better than the Pro 4's cross-hatch rubber.
How does the Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 compare to the Endorphin Speed 4?
Both share PWRRUN PB foam and SPEEDROLL rocker; the difference is the plate. The Pro 5 has a carbon S-Curve plate for full race-day propulsion. The Speed 4 has a nylon winged plate that's more forgiving for daily and tempo training.
Is the Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 firm or soft underfoot?
Firm and snappy. The PWRRUN PB PEBA foam topped with PWRRUN HG produces a sharper feel than the Pro 4. The carbon plate adds structure. This is full race-shoe character.
Compare it toSimilar shoes or common alternatives, with the key fit and ride differences called out.
Saucony Endorphin Pro 4
Choose the Pro 5 if you want the sharper retuned carbon plate and the new PWRTRAC outsole that grips better on damp roads. Choose the Pro 4 if you want the previous-generation PWRRUN PB tuning at potentially better closeout pricing.
Compare Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 →
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
Choose the Pro 5 if you want full carbon S-Curve plate race-day propulsion and the firmer PWRRUN HG topsole. Choose the Speed 4 if you want the nylon winged plate that snaps you forward at tempo without locking you into race-day commitment.
Compare Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 →
Adidas Adizero Evo SL Woven
Choose the Pro 5 if you want full carbon-plate race-day propulsion with PWRRUN PB underfoot. Choose the Evo SL if you want plateless Lightstrike Pro PEBA on a 39mm stack at a more accessible price for daily tempo work.
Compare Adidas Adizero Evo SL Woven →
Adidas Adizero Boston 13
Choose the Pro 5 if you want the carbon S-Curve plate and PWRRUN PB tuning built for race day. Choose the Boston 13 if you want dual-density Lightstrike Pro over Lightstrike 2.0 with carbon-infused EnergyRods when you want one shoe that handles long runs, tempo work, and the occasional race.
Compare Adidas Adizero Boston 13 →
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