The rest of the shoe is very similar to the Ride 15, and very different than the outgoing Guide 14. I have 40 miles on my Kinvaras and the outsole shows nearly no wear. The reinforced rubber is only on the posteriolateral heel and medial forefoot, whereas I normally wear outsoles at the lateral midfoot. It will be interesting to see how many miles I get on these, considering that I normally get only 200 miles on the New Balance Beacon, which has a similarly designed outsole.

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David: The Kinvara 13 performs like many would it expect it to. This is a lightweight performance trainer with a flexible sole throughout that lets you do you. The PWRRUN midsole is an EVA blend that has a little bit of suspensiveness and responsiveness to it but it isn't anything overly bouncy or powerful. This is a shoe that gives you what you put into it. For the most part the sole is relatively flat throughout with a lot of flex grooves throughout the exposed EVA outsole. There is a heel bevel that has a slight decoupling in the heel that does seem to be beveled well. There is a slight toe spring but this shoe relies more on the natural flexibility of the shoe. For those that have stiffness through the metatarsals and through the great toe this may be a challenging shoe, but fore those that like a flexible low riding shoe this could be a great option. The shoe only weighs 7.2 ounces size 9 and that lightweight feeling is certainly present when running in the shoe. Similar to previous models the shoe has a relatively narrow last and outsole through the midfoot and so for those that are sensitive to narrow platforms they won't be getting too much stability from this shoe. For the purpose of the shoe this shoe hits the spot though. It is a nice hybrid for those that like a more minimalistic shoe but just need a little bit more on it. The only thing I might like to see would be creating a little more outsole coverage through the forefoot to stiffen the ride up ever so slightly without adding too much weight. This would make the shoe a little less slappy through the forefoot when running fast. Outside of that the performance of this shoe is quite good and will still please the Kinvara following. Stability: B- ( The upper and sidewalls help. Though there isn't much outsole coverage, a relatively narrow last, and a lot of flexibility throughout the sole. For those that can handle that it should serve them quite well but it won't be for those that have stability demands.) There’s not much competition in the lightweight 4 mm offset trainer category, but if you’re willing to look past the heel drop, there are many alternatives to the Kinvara 13.The Ride has a heel-to-toe offset of 8mm with the Kinvara having a 4mm offset so the Ride is more suited to heel strikers as it has that extra 4mm in the heel which results in more cushioning. After our freezer test, the shoe's flexibility changed by 148.3%! This is a significant outlier given that most shoes only stiffen up by 30-60%. Width is average but wider than previous Kinvaras

Saucony Kinvara 13 Review | Tested by GearLab

Being nearly a minimalist running shoe, the Kinvara is not only close to the ground but is also highly flexible and maneuverable. Andrea: The Saucony Kinvara 13 is for runners with neutral mechanics who are looking for a lightweight, cushioned, and responsive trainer. The Kinvara is a rare shoe that can handle both easy runs and intervals. Runners should not expect that the Kinvara will result in changes to their gait mechanics that may occur in a true minimal shoe or with barefoot running. Other measurements taken in the lab revealed that the upper width of the forefoot is 94.2 mm and the midsole width is 110.8 mm. This explains the shoe's wide base that gave us stable landings, no matter the distance. Overall: A- (The fit and ride are the best yet for the Kinvara line. They have minimal stability, but satisfy the role of a neutral shoe)Delivery timescales are based on working days; Public Holidays, Saturday's and Sunday's are NOT classed as working days.

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The upper is my favorite part of the shoe. It’s seamless and hugs your foot in all the right places. It might be the most comfortable upper I personally have ever worn. From day one I have had no issues with rubbing or problems of any sort. It gives you more wiggle room up around the toe box area due to the upper being stretchy. But don’t worry, it gives you a secure fit. It fits true to size and is offered in a “wide” option as well. Pulling cues from the Triumph series, the Hurricane is a highly-cushioned premium stability shoe from Saucony. Recommended for moderate overpronation.I have been running in and reviewing Kinvaras for about 8 years, and this version definitely runs large, both in length and width. The Kinvara 13 from Saucony is superbly breathable. Testing the shoe in warm conditions was literally a breeze and we found that the upper doesn't absorb moisture.

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It’s a very natural feeling shoe that feels like an extension of my body. The first run was a bit of an adjustment, all my shoes in my current running rotation offer plates or extra cushioning. A Pwrrun+ topsole adds a layer of step-in softness. Unlike the Ride 15, the insole is still made of EVA foam.Davis, I. (2014). The Re-emergence of the Minimalist Running Shoe. The Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy (44, no. 10). 775-787 . This lightweight daily trainer wears many hats. It can be responsive enough for speed intervals and is soft and easy for mid-distance runs. The reinforced rubber is only located on a tiny area of the heel and toe box. DPT/Footwear Science: B+ (partial minimal shoes do not offer the same potential benefits as true barefoot running or minimal shoes and may contribute to an increased risk of injury)