Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 41 vs Saucony Guide 18
Buy the Pegasus 41 if you want a neutral, roomy daily trainer with a 10 mm drop and a firmer, more responsive ride. Buy the Guide 18 if you overpronate or want stability support and a lower 6 mm drop. The Pegasus 41 is the lighter shoe on paper at about 297 g versus 272 g for the Guide 18 in men's sizing, so the Saucony is actually the lighter of the two.
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Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 41
Choose the Pegasus 41 if you have neutral arches, like a roomy toe box and midfoot, and prefer a 10 mm drop with a 37/27 mm stack.
Pros
- Roomy midfoot and toe box suit wider feet.
- 10 mm drop and 37 mm heel stack give a familiar, cushioned ride.
- Air Zoom unit adds a responsive feel for tempo days.
- At least 20% recycled content by weight.
Cons
- Heaviest of the pair at about 297 g.
- No stability support for overpronators.
- Firmer ride than a max-cushion shoe.
What separates them
| Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 41 | Saucony Guide 18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Support type | Neutral | Maximal stability support |
| Weight (men's) | About 297 g (UK 9) | 272 g (9.7 oz) |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 10 mm | 6 mm |
| Stack height | 37 mm heel / 27 mm forefoot | 35 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot |
| Midsole cushioning | Nike Air Zoom unit with React foam | PWRRUN foam |
| Fit | Roomy midfoot and toe box on the MR-10 last | Wide fit, breathable mesh upper |
| Arch type | Suited to neutral arches | Low to average arches, overpronation |
| Recycled content | At least 20% recycled content by weight | Not specified |
Price history
- Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 41: lowest $79.99 on Nov 1 at eBay.
- Saucony Guide 18: lowest $82.45 on Nov 1 at Amazon.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 41 | Saucony Guide 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | approx. 297g (Men's UK 9) | — |
| Heel-to-toe drop | 10 mm | — |
| Last | MR-10 last | — |
| Style | FD2722-102 | — |
| Recycled content | at least 20% recycled content by weight | — |
| Country of origin | Vietnam | — |
| Heel stack | 37 mm | — |
| Forefoot stack | 27 mm | — |
| Heel-toe offset | 10 mm | — |
| Heel width | Average | — |
| Midfoot fit |
Questions and answers
- Which is better for overpronation?
- The Guide 18. It is built as a maximal-support shoe for overpronation and low to average arches. The Pegasus 41 is a neutral trainer with no stability elements.
- Which is lighter?
- The Guide 18 at 272 g versus about 297 g for the Pegasus 41 in men's sizing. The Saucony is lighter despite carrying stability support.
- Which has the higher drop?
- The Pegasus 41 at 10 mm (37/27 mm). The Guide 18 is 6 mm (35/29 mm), so it sits closer to the ground at the heel and higher at the forefoot.
- Is the Pegasus 41 good for wide feet?
- Yes. It uses the MR-10 last with a roomy midfoot and toe box. The Guide 18 also comes in a wide fit, so try both if width is your main concern.
- Can a neutral runner use the Guide 18?
- Yes, but the stability geometry may feel intrusive if you do not overpronate. Neutral runners usually prefer the Pegasus 41.
- Which lasts longer?
- Both use durable daily-trainer foams, and neither maker publishes a mileage rating. Expect similar life, roughly 300 to 500 miles, depending on your weight and surface.