Guide 18 Running Shoe - Men's
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Guide 18—maximal cushioning, stable support, and comfort for daily training
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"The Guide 18 is perfect for long runs and everyday miles. The PWRRUN cushioning feels soft and responsive, while the Center Path Technology keeps my stride balanced and smooth. It's my go-to for comfort and support on high-mileage days."
The Guide 18 makes every step feel smooth and supported, whether we're logging daily miles or pushing for long-distance goals. Packed with plush PWRRUN cushioning, this trainer offers a soft yet responsive ride, while the broad base geometry and Center Path Technology keep our strides stable and balanced from heel strike to toe-off. Breathable and supportive, the engineered mesh upper ensures all-day comfort, and the XT-900 outsole delivers traction and durability for mile after mile. With its rocker-inspired design easing transitions, the Guide 18 is built for runners who value comfort and protection on every run.
Details
- Everyday training shoe with maximum cushioning for long-distance comfort
- PWRRUN foam provides soft, responsive cushioning and protection
- Center Path Technology ensures balanced, consistent strides for smoother runs
- Broad base geometry and sidewall support enhance stability and foot alignment
- XT-900 carbon rubber outsole adds durability and traction for varied surfaces
- Breathable engineered mesh upper offers comfort and versatile wearability
- 6mm offset promotes natural transitions and toe-offs
- Vegan and made with recycled materials for eco-conscious performance
- Item #SAUQ08Z
- Responsible Collection
- Recycled/Repurposed
- Upper Material
- engineered mesh, recycled synthetic
- Closure
- lace
- Footbed
- PWRRUN+
- Midsole
- PWRRUN
- Sole
- XT-900 carbon rubber
- Support Type
- neutral
- Cushion
- maximum
- Heel / Forefoot Height
- 35 / 29mm
- Drop
- 6mm
- Claimed Weight
- 9.6oz
- Activity
- road running
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3 based on 17 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 25, 2025
Best shoes I’ve had
Already put 20 Miles on and they’re great. The adjustment to the sole helped my knees so much!
Originally reviewed on Saucony
October 24, 2025
Great Fit but Questionable Quality.
I have been using Saucony Guide shoes on and off for over 15 years. I recently purchased the Guide 18 online and was very pleased with the fit. However, I had to return it because of a defect — the glue between the mesh and the sole was very noticeable and did not fully hold the mesh together. The replacement pair also had visible glue on the outside, which makes me wonder durability and lack of quality control.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
October 24, 2025
Feel great right out of the box.
I just got a pair of these in the mail yesterday. It's been a long time since I've bought any decent running shoes and never spent this much money before. I'm 74 years old with arthritis and sore feet so I don't run anymore but I have been looking for comfortable and stable walking shoe. Wow! Straight out fo the box these shoes feel so much better than anything thing else I've been wearing recently or in the past. I guess it's true you get what you pay for. I might have to try a pair of Huricane 25s next.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
October 22, 2025
Favorite daily runners
These are my favorite daily runners. Enough stability, good cushion, fine rebound and just a predictable, solid, comfortable shoe that I feel like I can both push and go easy in (and everything in between!). Past shoes have been Hoka Arahi, Brooks Adrenaline, Hoka Kawana, Asics Kayano and the Guides are my favorite, by far. Fit is great for me - solid and secure in the heel, top and sides with good space in the toe box (which is hard to find!). On my second pair after ~400+ miles in the first pair.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
October 15, 2025
So so...
I have run through 9 pairs of Guide 17s in the last 1.5 years. This 18 was my first exposure to the new version. First, it wears smaller than the 17. At the same size, my smaller toes rub at the end of the shoe while running in the 18. I can't tell if anything has changed in the stability design in this version, but I always felt an amazing comfort when I put on a new pair of 17s. The 18s didn't hit me that way. I'll get a half size larger again and see if anything changes.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
October 13, 2025
Not great
Started falling apart very quickly, wouldn't recommend this version. I've had great Saucony Guide before, but the Guide 18 seem to have worse quality.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
October 3, 2025
Needs better colors for wide feet
Shoe is comfortable but the color selection for wide sizes is abysmal :(
Originally reviewed on Saucony
October 3, 2025
Love them!! Super comfy and roomy and light.
Have run with these 50+ kms already and I LOVE them. Great for lung runs as they are super comfy and theres a lot of room in the toe area for my wide-ish feet. They are everything BUT a speed shoe. Which is expected as they are meant to be for zone 2 / recovery and long runs!
Originally reviewed on Saucony
September 26, 2025
Great fit and durability
I have been running 5km twice a week in these shoes for over 6 months now. These shoes are as comfortable as the day I bought them. They have been put through their paces and there has been no fraying or ripping of the uppers. The sole still retains tread and the feel is phenomenal. I love my Guide 18s
Originally reviewed on Saucony
September 21, 2025
Wore out way too fast.
Only 85 miles, outsole worn out and flat. Foot now hurts if use. First pair of saucony very disappointing. Never had happen before. Do not recommend.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
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