Saucony
NikeWhich should you buy?
Choose the Ride 19 if you want a softer, more cushioned feel and a well-padded upper for everyday miles.
Choose the Pegasus 42 if you prefer a higher drop, a bit more liveliness, or need an extra-wide fit.
The Ride 19 is 8 g lighter than the Pegasus 42. Its drop is 8 mm against 10 mm. It costs £10 more at full price.
Side by side
| Spec | Ride 19Saucony | Pegasus 42Nike |
|---|---|---|
| Review score | 87/100 (2 reviews) | 84/100 (2 reviews) |
| Type | Daily trainer | Daily trainer |
| Weight (men's UK 8.5) | 278 g | 286 g |
| Heel stack | 36 mm | 37 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 10 mm |
| Cushioning | Soft | Balanced |
| Bounce | Lively | Bouncy |
| Plate | No plate | No plate |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Fit | True to size | Runs small |
| Widths | standard, wide | standard, wide, extra wide |
| Waterproof version | No | Nike Pegasus 42 GORE-TEX |
| UK RRP | £140 | £130 |
Weights are for a men's US 9 / UK 8.5. Prices are UK RRPs; shops often sell for less.
What the critics say
Ride 19
- Comfortable, well-padded upper
- More stable on a wider base
- Better grip
- Feels slower than the Ride 18
- Limited energy return
Scores from RunRepeat, Road Trail Run.
Pegasus 42
- Durable, versatile everyday trainer
- Softer, more forgiving forefoot than before
- Roomier, more generous fit
- The Air Zoom plate adds weight
- Heel landings can feel firm
Scores from RunRepeat, Road Trail Run.
Paraphrased from published reviews.
What's new in each
Saucony Ride 19: A slightly softer PWRRUN+ midsole on a wider base, a more padded upper and grippier outsole rubber, while losing a little weight compared with the Ride 18.
Nike Pegasus 42: Swaps the Pegasus 41's two Air Zoom units for a full-length curved Air Zoom plate and a roomier, more anatomical fit. Same ReactX foam, stack and 10 mm drop.
Prices for the Ride 19 Prices for the Pegasus 42
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