Saucony Peregrine 16 ($145)
Introduction: The Saucony Peregrine is geared in the direction of rugged, technical, all mountain terrain and for my part, Saucony’s most versatile path shoe. Model 16 has been retooled from the bottom up, that includes an all new Vibram Megagrip outsole with traction lugs, an extra 4mm of PWRRUN foam and a revamped higher that provides a superb stability of all day consolation and safety. I’m discovering the Peregrine 16 to be my go to choose for my day by day coaching runs on the technical trails above Boulder, as it’s such a effectively rounded, competent shoe when the going will get tough, but gentle mannered on lesser terrain.
Professionals: Match, safety, traction, safety, cushion, consolation, stability, affordable weight all issues thought of.
Cons: Slight enhance in weight, lower in lug depth
Stats
Spec Weight: Males’s 9.5oz /271g US9 , Girls’s 8.4oz/239g US 8
Pattern Weights: males’s 10.6oz /301g US10
Stack Peak: 32mm heel /28mm forefoot (earlier 15 was 28/24)
Platform Width: 90mm heel / 75mm midfoot / 115mm forefoot (US M10)
Out there Jan. 2026
First Impressions, Match and Higher
I’ve run in each model of the Peregrine since model 5 and the 16 is for my part the most effective but, with the slight enhancements to the higher, 4 extra millimeters of PWWRUN foam for the midsole and a brand new Vibram Megagrip traction lug outsole, putting a powerful stability between all mountain excessive efficiency and day-after-day, all day, any terrain operating. Out of the field, the Peregrine 16 is basic Peregrine and the whole lot you’ll count on from the mannequin, with a well-recognized appear and feel.
The higher is product of what Saucony calls “a Excessive-strength mesh higher with added safety within the excessive abrasion areas and a D-Ring for gaiter compatibility”. Whereas I’ve solely run within the Peregrine 16 throughout cooler November climate, breathability I consider will probably be wonderful, as they really feel very ethereal.
The toe bumper is beefy and protecting with out being noticeable from the within.
The higher is general fairly related in design, match and really feel, with some minor, barely discernible tweaks (not less than when carrying the 15 and 16 facet by facet).
The 16 now not has the expanded 360 diploma rand as was discovered on the 15, however I don’t suppose that will probably be a difficulty because the supplies are fairly sturdy.
The heel collar and tongue are effectively padded and cozy.
Lacing is comfortable and safe. I had no points, however after just a few runs, I employed the additional eyelet and located lockdown to be improved.
The heel counter is semi versatile (leaning in the direction of much less versatile) with nice heel maintain, stability, consolation and safety. The heel pulls, whereas not solely mandatory, are useful.
Match is true to dimension and general just like the 15, however maybe just a bit extra wiggle room within the toe field, with out compromising foothold or safety.
Midsole & Platform
The Peregrine 16 midsole is similar because the 15, a next-gen PWRRUN EVA mix foam that’s each tender and supportive, offering a effectively cushioned, protecting and tender really feel to the shoe, whereas sustaining stability and never compromising management in technical terrain.
New for the 16 is an extra 4mm of cushioning within the combine for a extra plush and protecting experience. What’s most outstanding right here is that they did this with out compromising stability or nimble agility.
The PWRRUN foam and extra stack is welcome on lengthy days and lengthy downhills, providing ample cushion, consolation and safety. Response is snappy and fast on the uphills and all over the place else actually, as it is a fairly fast shoe and is general, efficiency oriented.
Regardless of the froth being softer and plush, I discover stability and predictability to be excellent, with safety enhanced by the forefoot rock guard. The rock guard does a outstanding job balancing underfoot safety with contouring and suppleness.
Outsole
The brand new Vibram Megagrip outsole with Traction Lug is a big leap ahead for the Peregrine, with 4mm chevron formed traction lugs.
The rubber compound is sticky and whereas I’ve not correctly examined them in moist circumstances, I predict moist traction to be excellent. Whereas I do want that the lugs have been deeper, not less than 5mm, however higher but 6mm, the 4mm lugs right here mixed with the Vibram compound, does present higher grip than I anticipated and is likely one of the higher outsoles on the market.
I’ve examined on steep, rocky, technical trails, unfastened off path, slab scrambling and even some minor snow/ice and at all times really feel assured in my footing and haven’t had any slips or surprises.
Journey, Conclusions and Suggestions
As I mentioned concerning the 15, the Peregrine 16 matches into the day by day coach/quick day by day coach and even a bit now into the longer distances class, with out actually dropping its conventional all mountain, quick technical capabilities, which solely provides to its versatility.
Moderately mild weight, with tender cushion and now an additional 4mm of midsole, nice match, consolation, agility, stability, safety, traction and a significant improve to the outsole with the inclusion of Vibram Megagrip, the Peregrine 16 continues to rank very excessive on my record of favorites.
Rating: 9.6 / 10
Journey: 9.5 – Clean and effectively cushioned with wonderful management, 4mm of additional PWRRUN now within the combine
Match: 9.5 – very safe and cozy
Worth: 9.5 – nice versatility and you might be getting a variety of efficiency and high quality for the cash. Whereas the value has gone up $5, it’s price it for the upgrades.
Type: 9.5
Traction: 10 – moist traction on rock I predict to be excellent and general traction on most different terrain, circumstances, surfaces is far improved over the earlier and top-of-the-line on the market.
Rock Safety: 10
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5 Comparisons
Peregrine 15 (RTR Overview)
The 16 has a brand new higher, 4mm extra PWRRUN midsole and a brand new Vibram Megagrip outsole, which on a complete makes for a worthy improve.
Hoka Speedgoat 6 (RTR Overview)
The Speedgoat is slightly lighter, has extra cushioning, but remains to be very steady and effectively suited to technical terrain. Traction is now comparable as each have Vibram MegaGrip outsoles. The Peregrine has a slight edge in technical terrain, because it feels a bit decrease, extra steady and planted, although with the now lighter weight and rockered design, the Speedgoat feels a bit extra race prepared and sooner general.
Salomon Genesis (RTR Overview)
Considerably shut in specs, the Genesis has 2 much less mm stack within the heel and 4mm much less within the forefoot (4 mm drop for Peregrine vs. 8mm for Genesis) and is slightly bit lighter. The Genesis is a good throughout, all path day by day coach, as is the Peregrine, however I believe the Genesis has the sting for longer distance on most terrain, whereas the Peregrine is best for mid distances and extra technical terrain.
INOV-8 Trailfly (RTR Overview)
Shut in stack and weight and general versatile utilization. The Peregrine has extra aggressive lugs that are higher in unfastened terrain and now has a comparably sticky outsole that grips effectively and even within the moist. The massive differentiator is the broader toebox of the Trailfly, paying homage to Altra or Topo (nearer to Topo), the place you’ve got some wiggle room, whereas nonetheless sustaining good management of the shoe.
VJ MAXx2 (RTR Overview)
The MAXx2 was my favourite shoe of 2024 and for good purpose, as it’s mild, protecting, nimble, quick and has wonderful grip. It’s lighter than the Peregrine, however with a comparable cushion and a barely higher outsole. MAXx2for ripping tech trails at full velocity, Peregrine for longer, barely extra toned down outings and extra versatile throughout operating.
The Peregrine 16 releases January 2026
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Jeff Valliere likes to run and discover the mountains of Colorado, the steeper and extra technical the higher. He has summited all the 14ers within the state, many 13ers and different peaks in Colorado and past, plus, he has summited his native Inexperienced Mountain over 2,100 occasions up to now 20 years. He may be discovered on mountain trails day by day, irrespective of the climate, season, circumstances or whether or not there may be daylight or not. On the facet he likes to ski (all varieties) bike and hike, usually along with his household, as he introduces his twin daughters to the outside. Jeff was born and raised in New Hampshire, however has referred to as Colorado residence for over 25 years. He’s 5’9” and 145 lbs.
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