Saucony Women's Endorphin Speed Running Shoes, Future Pink, 10 B(M) US

I have flatter feet than most and usually wear shoes with a bit of structure and support - my favourites were the Omni 16 (the Omni 19s didn't feel the same when i went to replace the 16s). But recently my sister told me about the Endorphin Speed and she's a neutral runner. I fell in love the instant i wore the Speeds. They are definitely made for running and I've noticed a significant increase in my running speed. All other shoes I found slowed me down - I have the Guide 14s and Hoka's Arahi 5 (both support/structured shoes). Although I wish there was just a bit more structure to these Speeds, they are just so amazing and I look forward to my morning runs. They are light, really propel you to go fast, and what I love most - my legs are not tired after wearing these. Amazing shoes. Although I do need more structure, I'm hesitant to try the Endorphin Shift after these because I worry they will be bulky and slow me down, the way the other structured shoes seem to do. Fits true to size.

I bought the Endorphin Speed to use for races (particularly, a half marathon I was running); wanted something with a bit more give than the carbon-plated Endorphin Pro and something I could train in if I needed to. I will admit, I have only worn them a couple of times to try them before my upcoming half, but this shoe is amazing! Light, cushiony and has a really nice spring to it. I would compare it to a New Balance 1080/Clifton softness, but with a much more responsive Speed-Roll technology unique to Saucony. The Endorphin Speed was worth the hype for sure. I ordered it in that beautiful light blue color, and it is really sharp. The only thing I would criticize about it is there is a plastic/metal (?; not quite sure of the material) on the outside part of the heel counter that doesn't need to be there. It looks cheap and will see if my heel rubs through, which would make it a serious problem. Saucony also put it on the new Kinvara 12, and it is horrendous. Saucony, please stop putting this ugly detail on the heel; so unnecessary! However, this is more of an aesthetic preference and doesn't affect the performance of the shoe. Additionally, I ordered my go-to Women's Size 7 (I wear the Ride 13s in this size as well) and it was definitely tighter. If you like a bit more space/running longer distances, I would suggest going up half a size.