Saucony is a brand that has emerged as one of the world's leading names in the running and sneaker world. Rooted in a rich history of performance, Saucony continues to dominate the market with running shoes and timeless retro kicks.
Join us to dive into Saucony's history and also get answers to the most frequently asked questions!
History of Saucony
It was 1898, on the banks of Saucony Creek in Kutztown, Pennyslvania where it all began for Saucony. It was here that the first factory was established by four businessmen William A. Donmoyer, Thomas S. Levan, Walter C.C. Snyder and Benjamin F. Reider.
By the year 1910, the factory was producing about 800 pairs of shoes a day. Around the same time, Russian immigrant Abraham R. Hyde founded his own shoe company in Cambridge, Massachusetts, called A.R. Hyde and Sons. Hyde became known over the years for his production of sports shoes, and in 1968 he reached an agreement to buy Saucony.
The acquisition paid off immediately, bringing Saucony Shoe Manufacturing Co. truly into the limelight and establishing its prominence as the leading player in the running world as we know it today.
Meaning behind Saucony name and logo
Saucony may not be an easy word to pronounce; Sock-A-Knee, but there is a meaningful story behind it. It derives from the Saucony Creek in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the original place where the brand came to life and where water flowed along three different boulders.
In addition, the Saucony brand logo represents the constant flow of the Saucony Creek and the boulders lining the bottom of the river. Today, these boulders represent the foundations of the brand: excellence in performance, good health and a strong community.
Populaire Saucony Originals sneakers
Saucony Originals encapsulates Saucony's heritage by reintroducing old shoe styles made with different materials and colour palettes. This includes the much-loved Shadow, Jazz and Hornet models.
Among sneaker lovers, the Jazz, a tribute to yesteryear, is particularly popular. The Jazz model also received five stars from Runner's World and went on to become the best-selling shoe ever for Saucony. As Saucony aptly put it in their advertisement, "After much searching for soles, runners always return to the Jazz!"
The ultimate Saucony FAQ
Now let's move on to the frequently asked questions!
How do you pronounce Saucony?
Saucony seems like a pretty tricky word to pronounce correctly. When pronounced correctly, it sounds like a combination of "sock" and "knee", or "sock-uh-knee".
Where are Saucony shoes made?
Despite Saucony's headquarters being in Waltham, Massachusetts, most shoes are made in various locations worldwide. Saucony has production facilities in several countries, including China, Vietnam and Indonesia. By using these global production locations, Saucony can both maintain high quality standards and meet the increasing demand for their shoes.
Where can I buy Saucony shoes?
You can buy Saucony sneakers from various retailers and marketplaces. To find these retailers, simply enter the trainer's name, model or style code in the search bar of the Sneakerjagers sneaker search engine on the website or via the app.
Keep up to date with all upcoming Saucony releases using our release calendar!
Are Saucony good running shoes?
Saucony running shoes are made from high-quality materials and are known for their comfort, support and durability. This makes them an excellent choice as the favourite running shoe for seasoned runners and recreational joggers alike, as well as suitable for casual everyday use.
Who is the owner of Saucony?
Since 2012, Saucony has belonged to Wolverine Worldwide, a Michigan-based conglomerate of footwear brands. Wolvervice Worldwide also owns brands such as Merrell, Chaco and Sperry, Hush Puppies and Harley Davidson Footwear.
How do you clean Saucony shoes?
We recommend cleaning your running shoes every few times to keep them clean and free of odours. However, be careful not to wash them too often as this can shorten their lifespan.
In general, we do not recommend putting Saucony shoes in the washing machine as this can cause damage. Instead, use a soft brush or cloth to remove excess dirt. In addition, use a mild detergent specifically designed for sports shoes to tackle stubborn stains. It is also possible to wash the insoles separately with a mild detergent.
How do you lace up Saucony shoes?
Lace your Saucony sneakers and shoes the same way you always have. In other words, the simple shoe lacing we all learned as children. This one is quick and easy and usually stays put.
Do Saucony shoes run / fit small?
Saucony shoes usually have a true-to-size fit. So you can stick to your actual shoe size. However, it may vary if you have wider feet, for example. In that case, we recommend choosing half a size bigger for extra breathing room and to avoid any discomfort.
Yet it is not always guaranteed, as different models and even specific sizes may turn out differently than expected. That's why we recommend using our carefully curated Saucony Sizing Guide to be sure of the right size!
Saucony - run your world
We hope we've answered all your questions and given you new insights about Saucony. If you want to know more about other sneaker brands or specific models, take a look at the Sneakerjagers Sneaker FAQ overview!