Saucony Xodus Ultra 3 Review

[@toddboucher3302]

Yeah, I had a race about a year ago I was wearing those shoes and I had a big rock facia at the climb up and it was raining and it was the rock was wet I could barely get up I mean I was real pain, but with the mega grip went right up guys with Solomon shoes, went right up he even some of the newer long peaks they they they didn’t have any issue when they went up and that a guy and he had a pair of Peregrin and and we’ve got up and over but she had to do that four times and but the second time it was all more dry so but that’s when I’m made me realize that oh this thing is not good on wet rocks. Great everywhere else, so that’s a good video. I’m enjoying this.

[@robsbeenrunning]

Hi Todd, Yeah I had some issues on my last race at the Lakeland 50, I was slipping on the wet rocks. It's a shame but Saucony have not managed to match the Vibram rubber yet.

[@tkwasik]

Ver 4 of those is coming with vibram 👍

[@fraac]

will probably get this. like you i loved the first one

[@tkwasik]

Xodus 2 was fantastic long run shoe, only problem was grip on wet rocks - terrible... in ver 4 saucony is doing vibram which is great but now only hope they make midsole somhow similar to ver 2 , if that will be the case then will be getting pair, for now enjoying asics trabuco max - excellent grip, fantastic midsole but a bit to hot upper ...

[@yohandsome]

Really curious to see if the upper is better

[@robsbeenrunning]

We will find out in a couple of week mate. If it can survive Lakeland 50, then it should be good. We'll find out. 🙂 Thanks for watching.

[@yohandsome]

@@robsbeenrunning Got the Xodus 2 myself, but afraid to ruin the upper.. Also wondering how the grip compares, seems like the outsole could be more durable on the 3.

[@robsbeenrunning]

@@yohandsome I found the upper on the Xodus 2 to break down easily unfortunately. The grip on the 3 has been ok so far, I am keen to test it on the rocky trails in a couple of weeks. I'll post an update afterwards.

[@victorystone1984]

Kinda disappointing the midsole feels firmer. The softer feel of the first one is what made it one of my favorite shoes of all time

[@robsbeenrunning]

I agree, although I am getting used to the new firmer midsole. It's not as good as the v1 though.

[@victorystone1984]

@@robsbeenrunning I find it interesting that even though we're seeing a bunch of "max cushion" trail runners, they usually aren't soft or plush. So I guess it makes sense that this shoe is trending in the same direction. My favorite shoe I have right now falls in this category

[@robsbeenrunning]

@@victorystone1984 Yes, it's hard to keep up with the changes in shoe technology, the manufacturers seem to go from firm to soft to firm cushioning over the course of a few years. You would think they would have it all figured out by now, but of course they will not sell as many shoes if they can't find a reason to keep changing (innovating) them. 🤔

[@mikehall6433]

I was going to get a pair for Lakeland 100. Not sure now 🤔 my v1 have 600 miles and looking a bit batted 😂

[@robsbeenrunning]

Hi Mike, I know it is a tough one, perhaps you could try a pair on in a shop first. Otherwise I can only suggest ordering a pair and running around in doors to see if you like the fit and feel. Thanks for watching. Rob 👍

[@mikehall6433]

@@robsbeenrunning might see you there 🤙🏼