Saucony
Tempus Running Shoe - Men's
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The Grivet Take
The Tempus is Saucony's lightweight modern stability shoe, the first to use supercritical PWRRUN PB foam in a stability-frame chassis. PWRRUN PB underfoot reads bouncy and responsive; the surrounding PWRRUN frame provides guidance through midstance without a traditional medial post. This is the right shoe for runners who want stability across paces, not just easy days. Faster paces are honest territory for this shoe; tempo work and uptempo daily runs feel natural here. Saucony has now released the Tempus 2; closeout pricing on the original is the value pick for runners who want the modern stability ride character.
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.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.4 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
Guided stability
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 with a secure wrap. Heel hold is excellent thanks to a stiff counter and well-padded collar. Available in standard (D) only at Grivet for men's. The frame structure visible at the midfoot and heel can feel different at first; runners transitioning from traditional posted stability shoes should expect a less corrective feel.
How it feels
Cushion is moderate to high stack with PWRRUN PB delivering noticeable bounce on landing and through toe-off. The PWRRUN frame provides stability without firming up the underfoot feel meaningfully. The ride is responsive and lively for a stability shoe, which is unusual in the category. Energy return is genuinely strong thanks to the supercritical foam. The platform is standard width with frame guidance rather than passive stability. This shoe runs honest at versatile paces; it does not lose interest above tempo the way most stability shoes do.
Quick specs
- Category
- Daily trainer
- Surface
- Pavement · Treadmill
- Heel stackHow much shoe sits between your foot and the ground.
- 36.5 mm
- Forefoot stack
- 28.5 mm
- DropThe difference between heel height and forefoot height, measured in millimeters.
- 8.0 mm
- Weight (men's 9)
- 8.9 oz · 254 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.
- Stability
- 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 in PWRRUN frame
- 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 PB is Saucony's PEBA-based supercritical foam, the same technology found in the Endorphin Pro race line. In the Tempus, it sits in the central pocket of the midsole for cushioning and bounce.
PWRRUN frame is the surrounding structure: a denser EVA frame that sits around the PWRRUN PB core, providing stability through geometry rather than via a medial post. The result is a unique combination of supercritical-foam responsiveness and frame-style stability.
XT-900 carbon rubber is the outsole compound. Coverage is reasonable for daily-mileage durability. There is no plate; the rocker geometry is geometric, not driven by a rigid plate.
Frequently asked
Does the Saucony Tempus run true to size?
The Tempus runs true to size for most runners. The toe box is standard width with normal vertical volume; the midfoot is also normal. Available in standard (D) only at Grivet for men's. This model is now superseded by the Tempus 2; runners cross-shopping should consider the v2 for the latest version.
How does the Saucony Tempus compare to the Saucony Tempus 2?
The Tempus 2 is the current version in the same family; the geometry was refined while keeping the fundamental PWRRUN PB in PWRRUN frame character. Both shoes deliver lightweight modern stability with supercritical-foam responsiveness. Pick the original for closeout pricing; pick the v2 for the latest refinement.
Is the Saucony Tempus firm or soft underfoot?
The Tempus leans soft and bouncy at the foot's contact point thanks to the PWRRUN PB foam, with the surrounding PWRRUN frame providing structural firmness. The combination delivers cushion bounce without going pillowy. Runners who want a firmer stability shoe should look at the Saucony Guide 18 instead.
Is the Saucony Tempus good for treadmill running?
Yes. The XT-900 carbon rubber outsole grips treadmill belts reliably and the PWRRUN PB cushion absorbs the harder treadmill landing well. The shoe handles versatile paces; for fast treadmill workouts the responsive supercritical foam works particularly well.
How is the Tempus different from a typical stability shoe?
Most stability shoes use a denser foam wedge under the medial arch (a medial post) or firmer guide rails along the sides; the Tempus instead uses a stability frame around a softer supercritical-foam core. This combination delivers the bounce and responsiveness of a modern neutral shoe with the geometric guidance of a stability shoe. Runners who found older posted stability shoes too corrective will likely prefer this approach.
Compare it toSimilar shoes or common alternatives, with the key fit and ride differences called out.
Saucony Tempus 2
Choose the original Tempus for closeout pricing on the modern stability ride. Choose the Tempus 2 for the refined v2 geometry and the latest version in our lineup.
Compare Saucony Tempus 2 →
Saucony Guide 18
Choose the Tempus for a lighter, more responsive modern stability ride that handles tempo work. Choose the Guide 18 for a traditional cushioned daily stability trainer at a friendlier price.
Compare Saucony Guide 18 →
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Choose the Tempus for the bouncy supercritical-foam character with frame stability. Choose the Adrenaline GTS 25 for the more familiar daily-stability ride and Brooks GuideRails approach.
Compare Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 →
Hoka Arahi 8
Choose the Tempus for a firmer, more responsive modern stability ride. Choose the Arahi 8 for the softer Hoka cushion and stronger rocker.
Compare Hoka Arahi 8 →
Buyer's guide
Read our stability vs neutral guide
How to tell which one you need, what's changed in modern stability design, and the brands that do each best.
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