Saucony Ride 19 Review

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The Saucony Ride 19 is one of those shoes that quietly reminds you why certain models become staples. In a market full of max-cushion trainers, plated “daily” shoes, and flashy uptempo options, the Ride 19 stands firm as a proper, old-school daily trainer—and that’s very much a good thing.

After spending time in it, it’s hard not to appreciate just how well the Ride series continues to do the basics. No gimmicks, no wild design choices—just a solid, dependable shoe that’s built to rack up everyday miles comfortably.

What’s New in the Ride 19

There honestly isn’t a huge amount that’s changed, but the updates that are here make sense:

• Release date: January 1

• Expected price: ~£130

• Midsole: Updated PWRRUN+ foam

• Stack height: 36mm heel / 28mm forefoot (8mm drop)

• Weight: 292g (UK 9.5)

• Outsole: XT-900 carbon rubber

• Upper: New engineered mesh

The stack is slightly higher than the Ride 18, which helps explain the small bump in weight. That said, it still feels well-balanced on foot and never clunky.

Fit, Comfort, and Build

This is where the Ride 19 really shines. Fit is true to size, lockdown is excellent, and overall comfort is right up there with the best daily trainers on the market. The shoe feels inherently stable thanks to its platform width, even without any formal stability elements.

The new mesh upper is breathable and comfortable, and the XT-900 rubber coverage on the outsole is generous—this is a shoe that’s built to last. Durability will not be an issue here.

Underfoot, the PWRRUN+ midsole is the star. It delivers a comfortable, responsive ride that feels reminiscent of older Saucony Triumph models. You get good feedback from the ground without the shoe feeling harsh, and it strikes a nice balance between cushioning and control.

Ride and Performance

The Ride 19 is made for daily miles, and it does that job exceptionally well. Easy runs, steady runs, and general weekday mileage all feel natural and effortless. While it’s not an interval or speed-day shoe, it can comfortably handle pace changes when needed.

What stands out most is the versatility. This is exactly what you want from a daily trainer: something that doesn’t fight you, doesn’t distract you, and just gets on with the job. It’s equally happy ticking off a 5–6 mile run, heading out for a parkrun, or filling that reliable “default shoe” slot in your rotation. There are no overheating issues, no hotspots, and no break-in period required—it’s excellent straight out of the box.

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Value and Position in the Market

At around £130, the Ride 19 is competitively priced, especially given the quality of the foam and overall build. Realistically, it will also be discounted over time, making it even better value. Around the £100 mark, you’re getting a lot of shoe for the money.

Yes, you could call it old-fashioned—but that’s exactly the point. In a crowded market, having a well-made, traditional daily trainer with a premium midsole is refreshing.

Final Verdict

The Saucony Ride 19 doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel—and it doesn’t need to. It continues the Ride legacy by delivering a stable, comfortable, versatile daily trainer that does the fundamentals exceptionally well.

If you’re looking for a reliable shoe to handle the bulk of your weekly mileage without fuss, the Ride 19 is an easy recommendation. It may not be flashy, but it’s very, very good at what it’s designed to do—and sometimes, that’s exactly what you want.

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