Challenging LONG RUN in the Saucony Endorphin Rift | Worth the money? | Run4Adventure - Run4Adventure

Aug 13, 2025

Intro

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Key Points

A 16‑mile (≈15.84 mi) trail long‑run with ~500 ft of elevation was used as a real‑world test for the Saucony Endorphin Rift trail shoe.
The run included technical rocky sections, steep climbs, technical descents, sand, and a heavy down‑pour on the way back – great for building leg strength and endurance.
Core kit for long runs: 1 L water, nutrition (gels), first‑aid kit, bivvy bag, waterproof jacket, fully‑charged phone, and optional trekking poles (practice pole technique before steep terrain).
Practical tip: Use poles on steep, muddy sections to improve stability; practice pole technique early in the run.
Shoe insights: No carbon plate, more ground‑connection, stable underfoot, good protection on rocks, good grip on mixed surfaces. Note the tighter toe box and lacing pressure on longer runs.

Workout Example

16‑mile Trail Long‑Run (approx. 15.8 mi) – 2‑3 hrs

Warm‑up – 5‑10 min easy on flat trail.
Main set – Run the full 16‑mile loop, focusing on:
- Uphill: steady effort, keep heart rate in aerobic zone.
- Technical descents: engage poles, maintain short, quick steps.
- Sand / rocky sections: focus on foot placement; test shoe stability.
- Hydration: sip water from the 1 L bottle every 30‑45 min.
- Nutrition: take a gel (e.g., flavor‑less “naked” gel) every 45 min.
Cool‑down – 10‑15 min easy jog, then stretch and foam‑roll.
Post‑run – Re‑hydrate, eat a recovery meal, and log the run in the Pacing app, adjusting the pace zones to your own fitness level.

Closing Note

Give this 16‑mile trail challenge a go, tweak the distances and elevation to match your local terrain, and use the Pacing app to customize the paces for your own fitness. Have fun, stay safe, and keep on running! 🚀