Saucony Grid Cohesion NX

April 2009. Reviewers love the Saucony Grid Cohesion NX, especially considering that it is almost a third of the price of top-end running shoes. The Grid Cohesion NX is a neutral cushioning shoe, meant for those with high arches whose feet don't naturally roll inwards enough to absorb the impact of running. The Grid Cohesion NX attracts numerous five-star reviews from consumers who find it comfortable, with a spacious -- but not too roomy -- forefoot fit that accommodates most feet; it comes in two widths for both men and women. Reviewers also like the good traction, generous heel cushioning and breathable mesh upper. Those who are not happy with the Grid Cohesion NX find the arch support lacking and complain that the heel cushioning is too hard. Another popular budget option in the neutral category is the Saucony Grid C2 Roadster (*est. $75), which is a bit narrower than the Grid Cohesion NX, but still attracts attention for a comfortable, lightweight ride. The best reviewed neutral cushioning shoe this year is the New Balance 1063 (*est. $125), but this shoe costs a lot more.

The best reviews on the Saucony Grid Cohesion NX come from users posting to Zappos.com, Amazon.com and other sites that allow users to comment. Interestingly, we found comments not only from runners, but also from those using these shoes for a variety of other fitness activities from walking to aerobics and gym workouts. We found few editorial reviews of the Saucony Grid Cohesion NX, mainly because the fitness and running magazines like to focus on the top-end running shoes that come with a higher price tag.