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HOKA Rocket X 3 vs Saucony Endorphin Elite 3

The specs that matter for triathlon, side by side, from each maker’s own published figures.

Specs for HOKA Rocket X 3 and Saucony Endorphin Elite 3
SpecHOKA Rocket X 3Saucony Endorphin Elite 3
Type Racer Racer
Support Neutral Neutral
Heel-to-toe drop 7 mm 8 mm
Heel stack — 39.5 mm
Weight 227 g 207 g
Carbon plate Yes Yes
Wide width available — No
Price See retailer ~$290.00

Which should you pick?

HOKA

Pick the Rocket X 3 if…

On the specs above it doesn’t pull ahead, so choose on fit, feel or price.

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Saucony

Pick the Endorphin Elite 3 if…

  • you want the lighter one: 207 g vs 227 g
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Specs from the makers’ own pages: HOKA, Saucony.

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