Endorphin Speed 5
Nylon-plated tempo shoe for workouts, faster long runs, and accessible race efforts.
Available in Men's and Women's sizing.
- Tempo
- Race
- Neutral
- 8mm Drop
- 227g
- Best forDedicated workout/tempo shoe with plate pop without full race-day carbon cost.
- Runner typeNeutral gait
- SurfacesRoad, Track
Overview
Nylon-plated tempo shoe for workouts, faster long runs, and accessible race efforts.
Kitletics notes particular strengths around versatile plated workout shoe and strong race/training crossover.
- Versatile plated workout shoe
- Strong race/training crossover
At a glance
- Weight
- 227 g
- Drop
- 8 mm
- Heel Stack
- 36 mm
- Cushioning
- High
- Stability
- Neutral
- Terrain
- Road, Track
- Plate
- Yes
- Category
- Running Shoes
- Best for
- Dedicated workout/tempo shoe with plate pop without full race-day carbon cost
Performance scores
- Responsiveness9.5
- Versatility9.2
- Weight9.0
Overall score: 9.1
Pros & cons
Pros
- Versatile plated workout shoe
- Strong race/training crossover
Cons
- Overkill for easy recovery jogs
- Firmera than daily trainers
Key technologies
PWRRUN PB
PWRRUN PB
XT-900
XT-900
nylon
Structured plate for stiffness and ride character.
How it fits different uses
| Use case | Score |
|---|---|
Tempo Runs Benchmark nylon-plated tempo / race hybrid. | 94 |
Intervals Excellent interval / speed session shoe. | 92 |
Half Marathon Very strong half-marathon race/workout shoe. | 90 |
Easy Runs Usable but suboptimal for pure easy days. | 58 |
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Specifications
- Weight
- 227g
- Drop
- 8mm
- Heel Stack
- 36mm
- Cushioning
- High
- Stability
- Neutral
- Terrain
- Road, Track
- Plate
- Yes
Geometry
| Weight | 227 g |
|---|---|
| Heel Stack | 36 mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 28 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm |
Ride
| Cushioning | High |
|---|---|
| Cushion Feel | Balanced |
| Stability | Neutral |
| Energy Return | Very High |
| Flexibility | Stiff |
| Ride Character | Responsive |
Construction
| Upper | Engineered mesh |
|---|---|
| Midsole | PWRRUN PB |
| Outsole | XT 900 |
| Plate | Yes |
| Plate Material | Nylon |
Use
| Terrain | Road, Track |
|---|---|
| Training Types | Tempo, Intervals, Race, Long |
| Recommended Distance | 10k, Half, Marathon |
| Surface | Asphalt, Track |
| Weather Suitability | Dry |
| Race Legal | Yes |
Fit
| Width Options | Standard |
|---|---|
| Arch Support | Medium |
| Grip | Road |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Breathability | High |
Other
| Fit / Sizing | Men, Women |
|---|
Endorphin Speed family
Where to buy
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All4running
in stockSpecialistNLLast checked 12 September 2026€ 170Check priceAmazon.nl
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