Saucony #5 in Running Shoes
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Score over time
Shaded band = 95% bootstrap confidence interval. Orange markers = methodology events (model releases, panel versions). How this works
By model
Perplexity
Gemini (Google)
ChatGPT (OpenAI)
Claude (Anthropic)
By question type
Where Saucony shows up, by the intent behind the question. Every running shoes panel asks the same balanced mix — 10 prompts per type — so these rates are directly comparable. A gap here (strong on recommendations, invisible on comparisons) is where AI visibility is being won or lost.
| Question type | Mentioned | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Recommendations “What's the best option for me?” | 63% | |
| Comparisons “How do the top options stack up?” | 7% | |
| Ready to buy “Which one should I actually get?” | 32% | |
| Problem-solving “I have this problem — what fixes it?” | 32% | |
| Informational “How does this kind of product work?” | 30% |
What the AIs say
Real answers from the latest measurement in which Saucony appeared — the receipts behind the score.
Claude (Anthropic) · recommended · listed #1
"Shopping for marathon shoes suited to a 3:30 finish time, what should I buy?"
…pular choice for this pace)** These carbon-plated or nylon-plated shoes offer race-day benefits with more forgiveness than pure racers: - **Saucony Endorphin Speed 3/4** - **Nike Vaporfly 3** (if budget allows, very popular even for this pace range) - **Asics Metaspeed Sky/Edge** - **New Balance SC Elite v4** - **Puma Deviate…
Gemini (Google) · recommended · listed #1
"I'm a heavier runner and my shoes wear out fast - what should I look for instead?"
…shoes are built like tanks, offer high-quality foam that won't pack out easily, and feature durable outsoles. #### **The Durability King: Saucony Triumph (Current version: 21 or 22)** * **Why it’s great:** The Triumph uses **PWRRUN+** foam, which is a TPU-based foam. It is incredibly bouncy, highly cushioned, and virtuall…
ChatGPT (OpenAI) · recommended · listed #1
"Between Saucony and Brooks, which is better suited for marathon training?"
…aining shoes (maximum cushion for long runs, a lively tempo shoe, or a stable daily trainer). Quick comparison to help decide - Ride/feel: Saucony tends to favor a snappier, more responsive feel (Endorphin line with SpeedRoll geometry and springy foams). Brooks tends to emphasize plush cushioning and stability (Ghost/Glyceri…
Perplexity · recommended · listed #1
"Can you suggest affordable running shoes for a beginner on a budget?"
…several current guides say you do *not* need to spend $180 to start running.[2][5][12] Here are solid affordable options to look at: - **Saucony Cohesion 17** — around **$65**, and described as a perfectly adequate starter shoe.[2] - **ASICS Gel Contend 8** — around **$70**, a good choice for heel strikers and available in…
Where the AIs get it from
Domains cited by search-backed answers that mentioned Saucony (90 answers, 2026-08-01). Your own domain is highlighted — presence in the others is the GEO opportunity.
| Cited domain | Answers citing it |
|---|---|
| reddit.com | 88 |
| youtube.com | 85 |
| runrepeat.com | 81 |
| runnersworld.com | 78 |
| facebook.com | 53 |
| runtothefinish.com | 42 |
| theruntesters.com | 35 |
| weartesters.com | 29 |
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Data from run #68. Methodology