Saucony
Ride 17 Running Shoe - Men's
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The Grivet Take
The Ride 17 is Saucony's older neutral daily trainer, now superseded by the Ride 18. PWRRUN+ underfoot reads moderately cushioned with a balanced firmness; the v17 was the first Ride to use the PWRRUN+ beaded TPU midsole. The shoe is a reliable women's daily neutral trainer, lighter and more refined than older Rides. Closeout pricing is the value pick for runners who want a solid Saucony daily trainer without paying for the v18's updated upper. Customers who specifically want the latest Ride character should step up to the v18 with its more dialed-in midfoot lockdown.
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.3 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.2 of 5
FlatAggressive
ResponsivenessHow much pop or energy return the shoe feels like it gives back.3 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 for most runners. Toe box runs standard width with normal vertical volume. Midfoot is normal width; the v17 was known for an awkward plastic midfoot panel that the v18 resolved. Heel hold is good. Available in standard (D) only at Grivet for men's. Customers cross-shopping the Ride 18 will notice the v18 has a more refined upper and lacing system.
How it feels
Cushion is moderate and balanced. PWRRUN+ provides bounce on landing without going pillowy. The forefoot is flexible rather than rockered. Energy return is moderate. The platform is standard width for a road shoe. This shoe runs honest at easy and moderate paces; tempo work is workable but not the sweet spot. Reliable rather than exciting.
Quick specs
- Category
- Daily trainer
- Surface
- Pavement · Treadmill
- Heel stackHow much shoe sits between your foot and the ground.
- 35.0 mm
- Forefoot stack
- 27.0 mm
- DropThe difference between heel height and forefoot height, measured in millimeters.
- 8.0 mm
- Weight (men's 9)
- 9.5 oz · 269 g
- CushionHow much material sits underfoot. This is about amount of cushioning, not how soft it feels.
- 3 / 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+
- Outsole
- XT-900 carbon rubber
- 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 is Saucony's standard EVA-blend midsole foam, the predecessor to the PWRRUN+ used in newer Ride versions. Durable and protective with moderate cushion and limited energy return.
XT-900 carbon rubber is the outsole compound, designed for daily-mileage durability on pavement and treadmill. There is no plate. The forefoot bends through dedicated flex grooves rather than rolling through a rigid structure.
Frequently asked
Does the Saucony Ride 17 run true to size?
The Ride 17 runs true to size for most runners. The toe box is standard width with normal vertical volume. Available in standard (D) only at Grivet for men's. This model is now superseded by the Ride 18; runners cross-shopping should consider the v18 for the updated upper and reformulated PWRRUN+ foam.
How does the Saucony Ride 17 compare to the Saucony Ride 18?
Both are daily neutral trainers from Saucony with the same general character. The Ride 18 uses reformulated PWRRUN+ beaded TPU midsole with more bounce; the Ride 17 uses the older standard PWRRUN. The v18 also has an updated upper with a more dialed-in midfoot lockdown. Pick the Ride 17 for closeout pricing; pick the Ride 18 for the modern foam and refined upper.
Is the Saucony Ride 17 firm or soft underfoot?
The Ride 17 is balanced; not firm, not pillowy. The standard PWRRUN foam protects on landing without delivering the bounce of newer supercritical foams. Most runners describe the ride as exceptionally well-balanced between soft and firm. Runners who want a softer ride should look at the Saucony Triumph 22.
Is the Saucony Ride 17 good for treadmill running?
Yes. The XT-900 carbon rubber outsole grips treadmill belts reliably and the moderate cushion absorbs the harder treadmill landing well. The 8.8 oz weight is light enough for steady treadmill miles. Lighter trainers exist for fast workouts; the Ride 17 is the daily-mileage option.
Compare it toSimilar shoes or common alternatives, with the key fit and ride differences called out.
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