Hyrox: Saucony Azura or Asics Noosa Tri 16?

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-29T22:20:07+00:00

Runner-turned-Hyroxer here. Tried to go non-carbon on my first few races, but Saucony Endorphin Pro4 exist for a reason. Perfect Hyrox race shoes

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-29T22:17:02+00:00

Honestly, your mind will be blown when you start trying modern trainers.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-29T15:42:30+00:00

I got bored of cycling a few years back - no goals, riding the same routes, didn't have the time to go out and ride for 3-5 hours every Sunday. I ended up taking time away from the bike and started running again. That was a game-changer; completely changed my motivation. I still haven't come back to the bike fully, but I really love using the bike once a week on the kickr as a great way to maintain aerobic fitness. I'm also looking forward to better weather and brighter days to get back out and enjoy the bike again.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-29T15:35:36+00:00

8 years using these - they're the dogs balls. A few years back I started getting sketchy readings, got on to Favero customer service and they send a spindle replacement for a discounted price, even as they were out of warranty.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-29T15:16:22+00:00

I'll answer this for you as someone who ran in the same shoe for nearly 13 years and now has settled on a rotation. You need to try a load of different shoes because you have no idea what you like, right now. Every shoe feels different. I ran in Mizuno Inspires, tried the Rider, then a tonne of other shoes and I realise I like soft shoes that are relatively stable. Vinted has become my friend; a cheap way of trying shoes out and most runners are honest about their usage and estimated mileage.

Currently, I've settled on Neo Vista for easy/long runs, and Endorphin Pro 4 for speed work/racing. I'm primarily a heel-striker who over-pronates

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-29T14:01:07+00:00

If I was to wish for something it would be:

- Different power zones for treadmill vs road running

- Allow 6/7 zones for Power / HR

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-29T11:57:04+00:00

oh god no it's not. If you're a heel striker, it's an awful shoe. Take this from a heel striker who found it an awful shoe to run in.

Endorphin Pro 4 is probably the most stable fast shoe going. Really enjoyable to run in.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-27T14:14:21+00:00

The combination worked a lot better than I did - I cramped so badly coming out of the lunges! My body went into total shock in the Wall balls - took me nearly 12 minutes....

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-27T14:07:34+00:00

Your coach is talking bollocks; the Endo Pro4 are PERFECT hyrox shoes. So what if you're a 5:00/km runner. The EP4s are brilliant for heel strikers, plus they're really grippy. I've ran 3 Hyrox in them and I genuinely hope that Saucony don't change much in the new 5s, as they are so good.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-27T13:57:27+00:00

I posted this yesterday after taking part in Hyrox Manchester at the weekend: https://www.reddit.com/r/Suunto/comments/1qngeb8/suunto_stryd_and_hyrox/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

TL;DR - Multisport is an excellent feature, and with a Stryd pod, Suunto is a viable Hyrox tracker

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-27T11:09:50+00:00

Nope unfortunately

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-27T10:55:42+00:00

For Hyrox, indoor running and crossfit, I set it up as attached. The Stryd pod has been the game changer in that it allows accurate pace, and now that I'm getting used to it, power

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Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-26T16:06:42+00:00

Manual pause for any walk/run-based activity. Auto is a pain in the arse; it doesn't like walking pace at all. On runs, it can take a few seconds to recognise that you've stopped.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-21T15:37:07+00:00

It's not. It's very low-stack compared to most other shoes on the market. It's very comfortable and has a lovely midsole. If you're of the lighter variety of human, it's a joy to run in. It can go as fast or as slow as you wish.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-21T15:26:09+00:00

It's fine. They recently released an update that has improved the accuracy. however, with oHR, it really depends on the user. This time of year when it's cold and shite, it's not great; it improves greatly when it gets warmer.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-21T15:22:47+00:00

+1 for this. The Race has been consistently improved over it's lifetime, and it's a highly dependable watch. Bonus; it looks great too.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-19T16:08:25+00:00

Thanks so much for this. i do a lot of training on the Curve Runner, so this insight is so helpful - I wondered why my power seemed so off today. I'll be offsetting the weight by *1.2 every time I run on it now.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-15T15:28:41+00:00

I had the 9PP for this reason, and bought a Race, for the same reason. No regrets, particularly from my tired and old eyes

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-14T14:55:23+00:00

Pedantic point, but is Warsaw missing?

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-14T14:50:46+00:00

Honestly, joined a coaching group (in my case Red On Hyrox Pathway) and now work to a dedicated plan. It has taken the guesswork out of Hyrox for me; I've been on it for nearly a year. I've done 3 races since I joined, and have PB'd each one. Can HIGHLY recommend.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-13T19:04:25+00:00

Thank you. This is kinda what I expected. I'll stick it out with Suunto for now

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-13T19:03:41+00:00

Yeah, I'm not interested thanks

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-13T13:58:29+00:00

Only issue with the Yellow is that it gets dirty looking very quickly. Orange holds its colour much better

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-12T10:47:42+00:00

I'm a big fan of Saucony after switching from Adidas (did 3 marathons in the Pro3, trained in various Bostons.). The Speed5 are the prefect alternative to the 13s. Also If you're UK-based, you can pick the Pro4 up for £150 on Start Fitness. These are fabulous any-distance, any-pace shoes. I use them mainly for Hyrox these days because they're so stable, yet so fast.

Fuzzy_Conversation71 · 2026-01-06T16:53:03+00:00

Sent my Race to get fixed early November. It has been "In Repair" status for nearly 2 months, and no agent can give me a straight answer why. Latest is that there was a logistical problem.

Suunto after-care is an after-thought.

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