Ride 18 Running Shoe - Men's
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Ride 18—versatile, cushioned, and responsive for daily training
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"The Ride 18 delivers unbeatable comfort for every kind of workout. The PWRRUN+ cushioning feels plush yet responsive, and the engineered mesh upper provides a secure fit. Whether it's a long run, a gym session, or a recovery walk, this shoe does it all."
The Ride 18 is our go-to for everything from training runs to gym days and even casual walks. The PWRRUN+ cushioning feels both soft and springy, giving us the support we need without weighing us down. Its modern mesh upper fits like a glove, and the durable outsole keeps us steady through every stride, making it the perfect all-around trainer.
Details
- Neutral cushioning shoe ideal for versatile training and recovery
- PWRRUN+ foam delivers plush, responsive, and durable cushioning
- XT-900 outsole offers increased coverage for added protection and durability
- Engineered mesh upper provides a modern look with a secure, comfortable fit
- Lightweight design supports daily runs, gym sessions, and long walks
- 8mm offset ensures smooth transitions from heel to toe
- Vegan construction with recycled materials for sustainable performance
- Item #SAUQ09H
- Responsible Collection
- Recycled/Repurposed
- Upper Material
- engineered mesh, recycled synthetic
- Closure
- lace
- Footbed
- PWRRUN+
- Midsole
- PWRRUN+
- Sole
- XT-900
- Support Type
- neutral
- Cushion
- maximum
- Heel / Forefoot Height
- 35 / 27mm
- Drop
- 8mm
- Claimed Weight
- 9.1oz
- Activity
- road running, training
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Overall Rating
4 based on 36 ratings
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Here's what customers have to say
The running shoe offers a good balance of cushioning and responsiveness, with many reviewers praising its comfort, fit, and performance for a variety of running activities. However, some have experienced issues with the shoe's durability, particularly the sole, and a few found it less breathable than previous versions. While a solid choice for most runners, those concerned about the shoe's longevity may want to consider alternative options.
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageAugust 23, 2025
Less breathable than the 17's
I like the ride's, but prefer the 17's over the 18's. I started having pain in my right Achilles tendon from the very first run with these. The breathability is also not as good. I usually do 6-10 mile runs 3-4 days a week, and my feet are completely soaked in these. On my walk home after my run I get a squishing sound with every step, as if I just ran in the pouring rain.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
August 10, 2025
Amazing daily trainer!
I finally found my daily trainer shoe, this is exactly what I needed, a shoe that feels light, responsive, not sinking like all Hokas and high stack shoes. You are able to bring your cadence higher because you are not fighting the cushion of the shoe, the foam is perfect.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
August 5, 2025
Not near as good as previous versions
So I am a lifelong Ride user. My last shoe was the Ride 16. First put these on and they just felt wrong. Did some measuring and it seemed similar to the 16, but still feels off. -Laces are excessively long and elastic like so dont keep a tight fit on the foot and are always swinging in the way as you run. -The width of the sole on the front is a tad more narrow and feels very awkward. -The sole in general still has the weird trench in it that runs to the back of the shoe, which in wet conditions creates a suction cup effect. Slowing you down. -The Powerrun+ foam, I will never be a fan of. Over thought "tech" that under delivers. -I wear a size 12, but these shoes run big in the length, and narrow in the width. So your foot slides a little forward and back, while also getting uncomfortable tightness around the width of the shoe. Combined with the weird laces, half the time it feels like the shoe is never tight on the foot. -The height of the shoe around the heel/ankle, feels very short when first worn, likely improve as the shoe is broken in. -The roll at the front of the shoe feels a little too much for a casual/every day trainer. -Colours are pretty limited and very bland, this is a personal preference. In closing, I dont know if I will go ahead with buying Rides. Might switch over to Brooks shoes going forward. I considered returning these shoes, but I wanted to try them out on the road to really see if I was getting mixed signals or not.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
July 27, 2025
After 100 miles, no complaints.
The Ride 18 is a really good neutral trainer and a nice departure from the max-stack craze. The Ride 18 is light, nimble and great for all kinds of running. Stable and forgiving, it may be vanilla, but it’s a premium vanilla. Saucony did an excellent job with the components of this shoe and they work well together.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
July 4, 2025
Great shoe, but laces too long
I've been running in Saucony shoes since 2001, and the Rides since 2012, and definitely love the shoe, however, the laces keep getting ridiculously longer. I ordered a pair and received them at the end of June, and when I lace them up to go running, the laces are practically touching the ground, so I have to tuck them in, or else I'll be tripping over them.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
June 24, 2025
Good to run in
I bought these shoes a month a go and they are good to run in
Originally reviewed on Saucony
June 23, 2025
Fall Apart Quickly
It is pronounced Sock-Oh-Knee because you'll be getting compliments on your socks. Ripping between the fabric in the sole exposing my sock / foot. Light use. City walking.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
June 17, 2025
Fast wear on soles
I bought these shoes about 2.5 months ago. Love the comfort and feel of the shoe. However, after only 130 miles of running on streets and sidewalks, the shoe is showing what I consider to be significant wear on the sole. I switched from Asics Cumulus which didn't start to show this type of wear until about 250 miles. First time using Saucony; is this normal wear? If so that is disappointing because I really like the comfort and feel.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
June 9, 2025
An unfortunate step in the wrong direction
I found these shoes to be a real disappointment. I've loved the Ride 15 and 16 and have put hundreds of miles on them but this iteration is a real step backward as a shoe that you can actually train in. Specifically, there is way too much foam underfoot and it is kind of mushy and dead feeling, like you are losing energy every stride and have no feel for the ground underfoot. The worst problem though is that the foam is too soft on the outside of the heel and will just collapse if you roll your foot side to side. I always run in a low structure / neutral shoe but you still need to be able to feel the plane of the ground relative to your ankle of bad things happen in your stride and injury results. This feels like a walking shoe or something comfortable to stand around in all day but has stepped away from its pedigree as a shoe for serious running.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
May 11, 2025
Good shoe
The shoe is great, but the last iteration and this one suffer the same issue, the sole. The way the crevasse in the bottom is designed it creates a suction cup effect, especially on wet ground, that is not just annoying to hear but causes some slight delay in your stride and ultimately depending on how long you may be running it does add to fatigue because of it, even if it is slight.
Originally reviewed on Saucony
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