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Shoe Details from the Saucony Mirage 4 website. See here
I was asked to do a review of the brand new Saucony Mirage 4 men's shoe. Let me just state I am just Joe Blow runner. I know very little about shoe construction and all the technical details.
Last year I was fortunate enough to be asked to review the Mirage 3. My review of that shoe model is located here.
The Mirage 3 is my current running shoe. I transitioned from the Nike Pegasus. There is a huge difference between the Mirage 3 and the Pegasus. The major difference being the heal drop. The Pegasus has a 12mm heal drop and both the Saucony Mirage 3 and 4 have a 4mm heal drop.
The heal drop was a big concern for me when I first started using the shoe. I slowly transitioned into the Mirage 3 and found the that I quickly got use to the shoe and learned to love it. The heal drop does not seem to make any notable difference in my running quality or times.
What I really do notice in both the Mirage 3 & 4 is that they are really light weight, lack stitching and have a cloth like material. They are like wearing a glove. Both the Mirage models are great, comfortable and light weight shoes.
I notice very little difference between the Mirage 3 and 4. The Mirage 4 did seem to have a little bit more arch support (which I am not sure if I like yet or not). The new Mirage 4 also seemed a little bit more cushioned in the heal. The upper sole was changed only slightly but virtually unnoticeable. If you watch Runners World's review of the Mirage 4 (see here) they also note how little has changed between the Mirage3 and Mirage 4.
Since so little has changed between the models I highly recommend you read my Mirage 3 review located here. It proves a detail review of the Mirage model shoe.
Overall this is a great shoe and I highly recommend it for those looking for a lightweight, comfortable, minimalist shoe. Keep in mind the 4mm heal drop may not be for everyone and I would recommend gradually easing into the shoe.
Other Reviews:
To see Sneaker Reports Review See here
To see Runners World Shoe Review See here
To see Running Warehouse Shoe Review See here
You are the 2nd Saucony shoe review I've seen. Dang, how can I get some free shoes to review. I've loved the Saucony's I've owned.
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