Are you hesitating between the Saucony Peregrine and the Hoka Speedgoat? Not a bad pre-selection! Fortunately, it’s easy to decide because these two shoes have different approaches to trail running.
Let’s start with one of the important points where they are equal: the grip. The shoes have aggressive 5 mm deep lugs to provide excellent grip on the most technical surfaces like mud and even snow. The SG, however, uses Vibram MegaGrip technology, which has an excellent reputation for both trail and hiking. The Peregrine, on the other hand, features the technology developed by Saucony: PWRTRAC. In practice, the difference is difficult to assess but trailers who are used to Vibram might prefer the Speedgoat for this reason.
Let’s move on to the cushioning. This is where the most noticeable difference between these two shoes lies. The Saucony Peregrine has a moderate stack (31 mm in the heel) with a firm feel, while the Hoka Speedgoat offers a softer (while still overall firm) and more generous cushioning with a 33 mm heel stack height. Both shoes have a low drop of 4-5 mm.
In terms of weight, the two shoes are more or less equal with a weight of around 270 g, which is relatively light considering the comfort and protection offered.
Finally, in terms of lifespan, the Hoka Speedgoat is generally more durable. In fact, we are receiving more and more reports from trail runners who tell us that the groove in the outsole has cracked under the heel.
Peregrine vs. Speedgoat: Which One to Choose?
With its firmer, barer cushioning, the Saucony Peregrine 15 is more for short to medium distances at a fairly fast pace (its lightweight design is a joy to go full speed!).
The Hoka Speedgoat, on the other hand, is comfortable for all distances, including ultra races.
Either way, rest assured, these two great trail running shoes can handle anything you throw at them with their flawless performance in terms of grip, lockdown, and protection.
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| Description | The Saucony Peregrine 15 is a versatile, comfortable trail shoe with impeccable grip for all terrains. | The queen of trail shoes for all scenarios and all runners. |
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| Terrain | Trail | Trail |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Heel stack height | 28 mm | 33 mm |
| Forefoot stack height | 24 mm | 28 mm |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 4 mm | 5 mm |
| Lugs | 5 mm | 5 mm |
| Weight (men) | 273 g | 270 g |
| Weight (women) | 251 g | 232 g |
| Features | Available in GTX, Vegan, Wide feet, Recycled materials, Rock plate | Vegan, Recycled materials, Rocker, Toe bumper |
| Athletes | ||
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Technologies | ||
| Outsole | PWRTRAC | Vibram MegaGrip, Traction Lug |
| Midsole | PWRRUN, PWRRUN+ | CMEVA |
| Upper | Engineered Knit | Jacquard engineered knit |
| Cushioning | ||
| Cushioning | Soft | Balanced |
| Responsiveness | Medium | High |
| Use | ||
| Distance | Short, Mid, Long | Mid, Long, Marathon, Ultramarathon |
| Speed | Slow, Moderate | Slow, Moderate, Fast |
| Workouts | Daily running | Daily running, Racing |
