Saucony Peregrine 11 Review Analysis
The Saucony Peregrine 11 is a reference trail running shoe to tackle the most technical terrains.
Consensus
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Technologies
Outsole
- The outsole of the Saucony Peregrine 11 features PWRTRAC, a dual density solid rubber designed for the toughest trails.
- The 5 mm lugs improve the grip on technical terrains. Those rubber parts have a multidirectional and aggressive design.
- The flexible woven rock plate acts as a shield for the foot by protecting it from sharp rocks on challenging surfadces. It also helps to keep the shoe longer by making it more resilient.
Midsole
- PWRUN is featured on the entire length of the midsole. It’s a lightweight and energetic foam that combines EVA and TPU.
Upper
- The Saucony Peregrine 11’s upper features Air Mesh : a featherweight, protective and breathable engineered mesh that provides a targeted and pleasant foot lockdown. It also drains the humidity effectively.
- The Gore-Tex Invisible Fit is an impermeable membrane inside the shoe that repels water and humidity while running for more comfort. Note: it’s only available on the GTX version of the P11.
Facts
Technical Specs
| Terrain | Trail |
| Pronation type | Neutral |
| Drop | 4 mm |
| Heel stack height | 27 mm |
| Forefoot stack height | 23 mm |
| Lugs | 5 mm, 6.5 mm |
| Weight (men) | 310 g/10.9 oz |
| Weight (women) | 270 g/9.5 oz |
| Release year | 2021 |
Cushioning
| Softness (1-5) | 2 – Firm |
| Bounce (1-5) | 4 – Bouncy |
Technologies
| Outsole | PWRTRAC, 5 mm lugs, flexible woven rock plate |
| Midsole | PWRUN |
| Upper | Air Mesh |
Use
| Speed | All |
| Distance | Mid, long, ultramarathon |
| Workout | Competition, daily runs |
Reference: Saucony’s official site
Comparisons – Saucony Peregrine 11 vs.:
Saucony Peregrine 10
Apart from the more modern design and the slightly improved upper, there are very few changes from versions 10 to 11. So there’s no reason to break the piggy bank if you can find the P10 cheap.
Saucony Xodus 10
The Xodus is heavier but offers a softer and higher stack cushioning. The grip is equivalent. Thus, it’s primarily a matter of personal preference.
Brooks Cascadia 16
See the side-by-side comparison with our analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, this shoe fits true to size. Indeed, so far, we haven’t seen comments from athletes suggesting that the fit is tricky. Therefore, you can buy your regular size for trail running shoes. Nonetheless, if this is your first pair of Saucony shoes, it could be wise to test them in a shop to avoid surprises.
Yes, these shoes are adequate even if you’re a heavyweight runner. Indeed, only one study has looked at the correlation between injury risk, athlete’s weight, and stack height to date. It concluded that runners who weigh more than 157 lbs (71 kg) are more likely to get injured if they wear minimalist shoes. Apart from that, they were no problems with other types of shoes. The Saucony Peregrine 11 is not a minimalist model, so it should be safe for all runners.
This Saucony trail shoe is very well suited for different types of distances and workouts. So you can wear it during your daily runs of all kinds. As for ultramarathon, it mainly depends on your experience. There should be no problem if you can pile up long runs comfortably with these shoes.
This model is available in three versions: classic, Gore-Tex, and ST. The regular version and the ST prevent small water infiltration and dry quickly. Therefore, your foot should stay dry if you are running in light rain and puddles. If the rain is heavier, your foot may get wet after a while. The Gore-Tex version offers more advanced protection to keep your feet dry, even in heavy rain or crossing shallow water currents. However, you should know that the Gore-Tex version is more expensive and heavier. Depending on your location and preferred trails, it’s up to you to decide.
