Through FitFluential I was given the opportunity to work with Saucony to review their new Women's Progrid Guide 6 running shoes. I was so excited for this review because I am a huge Saucony fan. My first pair of running shoes that I ran my first Runner's World 5k in a few weeks ago and that are so good to my feet are the Saucony Omni 11s. They are what I first started running on the treadmill with and what I eventually moved to running outdoors with, and are a pair of shoes I plan to wear until I have run them into the ground. I wanted to see what other Saucony running shoes are like and how they compare to the Omni 11s and what they feel like on my feet.
The Saucony Progrid Guide 6s were just released at the beginning of November and are a support shoe for runners who are mild over-pronators like myself. The first thing I noticed about these shoes was the style. While I'm loving the neon shoe trend at the moment and wish these had been a little more bold (They have a pink and citron version that is out of this world adorable!) I love how the red and orange pop together. Overall I think it is a really pretty shoe.
From my research before trying the shoes I found the Guide line to be a little less cushioning and supportive than the Omni line. When talking to Editors at Runner's World I was told that is a good thing as I begin to increase my miles and want a lighter (8.9 oz vs 9.7 oz), speedier shoe that still delivers the stability I need. I was happy to see that the shoes still have lots of cushioning all around the soles.
Putting on the shoes for the first time I immediately noticed some differences between them and my Omni 11s. The Saucony Guide 6s had a slightly narrower toe box than I am used to, with a wider midsection and a looser heel fit. I was nervous that my foot would slip around in the back and be crammed in the front when I ran and that I would not enjoy them.
I took the shoes out to run a 5k around the river walk in my town and for two treadmill sessions at my gym. I'm so happy to say that while walking in them they feel looser in the back than I am used to when I run they are the perfect fit. I have no slipping or sliding in the shoes and instead have a really nice supportive, cushioning shoe for my runs. Since I've started running in the shoes I've found myself using them for runs just as often as my Omni 11s because I find my feet feel identical in them as I pound the pavement.
A side by side comparison of the Saucony Omni 11s and Guide 6s. While some differences (like the height of the back heel) are immediately noticeable they are incredibly similar shoes. They both use Progrid technology, have an 8 mm drop, and have a ComfortLite sockliner. It wicks moisture wonderfully and keeps the shoes very soft.
The side by side comparison illustrates how the heel area on the Guide 6s have more room and how the toebox is more narrow than the one on the Omni 11s. I love both of these shoes and would recommend either one to a runner looking for a great supportive running shoe. I like the Omni 11s for the tighter fit on my foot when I walk and the wider toe box for when my toes splay as I run (I've never lost a nail!). If you are a moderate over-pronator and/or are new to running I would recommend the Omni 11s. They're supportive and stabilizing and are one of the highest quality shoes I have ever come across. If you're a mild over-pronator and/or are already into running and rack up a decent amount of miles each week I would recommend the Guide 6s. They're light and speedy with just the right amount of support and cuteness. What more could you ask for in a running shoe?
Question of the Day: What is your go-to running shoe?
I was sent these shoes for review purposes by Saucony. This is not a sponsored post, and as always, all opinions are my own.
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