Hurricane 25

Yes, the Hurricane 25 fits true to size for most runners, so order your usual Saucony length. The heel and midfoot hold are secure and the toe box is standard rather than roomy. If you have a wide forefoot, run high mileage, or find your feet swell on long runs, sizing up half a size is a sensible move. Runners caught between sizes should go up rather than down given how much foot the shoe wraps and holds.

It is a strong choice for mild to moderate overpronation. Rather than a hard corrective post, the Hurricane 25 steadies you with a wide base and a deep, structured heel, so the support feels gentle and comfortable rather than forceful. That suits most supported-shoe runners well. If you overpronate severely and need strong, prescriptive motion control, a firmer shoe like the Asics Gel Kayano 33 may serve you better.

It is not built for speed. At 283g with soft, deep cushioning, the Hurricane 25 is happiest on easy runs, recovery days and long steady miles rather than tempo work or racing. Push the pace and the weight and plush foam ask you to settle back down. If you want a supportive shoe that can also pick up the pace, look at a lighter stability trainer like the Saucony Guide 19, and keep the Hurricane for your comfort miles.

Yes, it is a beginner-friendly option if you know or suspect you need stability. The deep cushioning protects new runners still building strength, and the gentle guidance helps if your ankles roll inward. The main caveats are the weight and the premium £160 price, which is a lot for a first pair. If budget is the priority, a cheaper daily trainer may make more sense to start, but for comfort and support the Hurricane is a forgiving, reassuring shoe to learn on.

They share the same plush, max-cushion daily-trainer brief, but the Triumph is neutral while the Hurricane 25 adds stability. Choose the Triumph 24 if you have a neutral gait and want soft cushioning with no guidance. Choose the Hurricane 25 if you overpronate or simply like a more planted, structured, secure platform underfoot. Both are comfortable, protective shoes for easy and long runs, so the deciding factor is whether you want that extra support.

As a max-cushion daily trainer with a substantial build, the Hurricane 25 is designed to absorb high mileage, and the deep stack and structured upper suggest it should hold up well over a typical training cycle. Rotating it with a lighter shoe for faster days will spread the wear and extend its life. As with any shoe, outsole and foam longevity vary with your weight, running surface and gait, so treat it as a dependable everyday workhorse rather than a disposable one.