The updated Saucony Peregrine 13 trail shoe, with a Gore-Tex membrane for waterproofing, is a solid, tried-and-tested shoe that remains popular among trail runners. The shoe doesn’t score extra points for looks and the grey is a bit boring but, then again, maybe trail shoes do not need to be attractive.
For people who like to combine walking with running, it’s a good choice, especially as the shoe is quite lightweight and offers a fairly neutral heel-to-toe drop.
Fiona Russell’s verdict
If you are already a Saucony Peregrine fan, it is likely you will also like the 13 but I find the shoe a bit underwhelming overall.- Lightweight
- Trusted
- Eco Credentials
- Boring
- Fabric Loops
- Sixes Small
| Quick specs | |
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| Price: £155 Weight: 284g Materials & features: Stack height: 28mm, 24mm, PWRTRAC rubber outsole , PWRRUN foam midsole, GORE-TEX® membrane, vegan and recycled materials Heel-to-toe drop: 4mm Lug depth: 5mm Sizes: UK 3 to 9 Women/Mens version: Yes |
However, sacrifices have to be made to create a lighter shoe and this is revealed in the lacing system, which utilises fabric loops that are prone to easy wear. The upper does not feature as much abrasion resistance as others on test although it is adequate. In my tests, the upper have proved to be water resistant and breathable although you should note that the wet can still get in at the ankle cuff.
The sole is solid and fairly stiff, which means you can rely on it for good underfoot support. The cushioning is surprisingly generous although this feels like it is provided by the insole rather than the foam midsole. Note that the heel-to-toe drop is low so this is for people who prefer a shallower footfall, or you will need to build up the miles to allow you foot, ankle and Achilles tendon to adapt to it.
Where the shoe does score well is the rubber outsole. Saucony Peregrine have long been favoured by hill runners for good grip and I agree. The traction is weaker at the heel and I wonder if the shoe could do with an extra lug.
I recommend you go up a full shoe size as the Peregrine feels short in length, although they provide a good width fit.
If you are already a Saucony Peregrine fan, it is likely you will also like the 13 but I find the shoe a bit underwhelming overall.
Tested by Fiona Russell
Fiona Russell is a size UK8.5 and has a narrow foot. She is a keen trail and hill runner, as well as a mountain walker and especially enjoys the Munros and Corbetts in Scotland. To test this trail shoe, she walked and ran in each pair of shoes on a range of terrain.
