Are Saucony true to size? Even if you know your own shoe size, sometimes when you've bought a new pair of sneakers they unfortunately don't fit right. So we're going to take a look at the different Saucony sneakers available and make sure we find the right size for you.
How to determine your own shoe size
First of all, it is important to determine your own shoe size. When you order sneakers online, it is not as easy as when you walk into a shoe shop and can try on the shoe on the spot.
Here is what you need to measure your own shoe size:
- 2 sheets of A4 paper
- A pencil
- A ruler
How to calculate the dimensions of your foot:
Take a sheet of paper and the pencil, choose a wall you can stand upright against, and put your heel all the way up against it. It is best to put on the socks you will also wear in your new shoes. Secure the sheet of paper to the floor with tape or your weight and stand on it with your heel against the wall. It is best to ask someone to draw around your foot with the pencil. Once you have a nice outline, grab a ruler and measure the distance from the heel to the tip of your big toe. Record this result in centimetres.
Repeat this process on your other foot too. It may sound duplicate, but for many people, the sizes differ from one foot to another. Then take the largest foot as a reference to determine your shoe size using the appropriate table. Remember that information from different manufacturers may differ and therefore you should always follow their size charts.
The Sizing Guide for Saucony
Important to know with Saucony sneakers, is that the unisex sizes are calculated as men's sizes. Therefore women should take a half size smaller than their usual fit when it comes to Saucony unisex sizes.
Example: Unisex Size 7 = Men's Size 7 & Women's Size 7.5.
Saucony Shadow 6000
The Saucony Shadow 6000 is perhaps the most beloved silhouette in the collection. The sneaker has a sleek design and uses premium materials on the upper. The raised midsole provides cushioning and comfort, making it a must-have for any sneaker lover.
The Saucony Shadow 6000 comes in unisex sizes. The model falls small and taking a half to a full size larger is recommended.
Saucony Shadow 5000
Another popular silhouette from the Saucony collection, is the Shadow 5000, the predecessor to the Shadow 6000. The model has an understated design and combines materials like suede, mesh, and leather on the upper.
The Saucony Shadow 5000 has a close fit, this may cause the sneaker to run small at times. Should you have wider feet, a half to full size larger is recommended.
Saucony Jazz 81
The Jazz 81 silhouette, as the name suggests, was introduced in 1981. The sneaker has a sleek silhouette and takes its inspiration from running shoes from Saucony's archives.
The Saucony Jazz 81 has a narrow fit. Therefore, taking a half to full size larger is recommended.
Saucony Jazz Triple
Another silhouette from the Saucony Jazz series is the Jazz Triple. The sneaker takes its inspiration from the Jazz model and features a raised midsole. The model is mainly popular with ladies and is therefore released mainly in women's sizes.
The Jazz Triple comes in women's sizes. As mentioned above, Saucony uses a different size chart than other brands. Pay attention to this when choosing your size. The sneaker fits true to size.
Saucony Jazz Court
The Jazz Court model features a sleek design. The upper is made of premium leather. The center panel features the Saucony logo. The perforation holes help the sneaker breathe.
The Jazz Court has a wide fit. The sturdy leather may feel a bit tight on first wear but stretches with more prolonged use. Taking your usual size is recommended.
Saucony ProGrid Triumph 4
The Saucony ProGrid Triumph 4 has a retro look and takes its inspiration from the 2007 Saucony sneakers. With the mesh upper combined with modern technologies in the midsole, the ProGrid Triumph 4 is a favourite of many.
The ProGrid Triumph 4 has a mesh upper and a broader fit compared to the Shadow series. Taking your usual size is recommended.
Saucony 3D Grid Hurricane
Another popular silhouette from Saucony is the 3D Grid Hurricane. The sneaker has a chunky look and combines different high-quality materials. The 1997 silhouette was recently released in its OG colorways. In short, the perfect time to get your hands on the sneaker.
The Saucony 3D Grid Hurricane has a sturdy construction. The upper uses the materials mesh, leather, and suede. The sneaker has a wider fit and taking your usual size is recommended.
For more sizing guides for your favourite sneaker models, visit the Sneaker Sizing Guide page.
