’s not the world’s most heavy-duty shoe, but its highly soft ride, universal fit and effective on- and off-road outsole ensures its position as a perennial favourite.Try it on if you liked Saucony Jazz 5000 (£50); Nike Air Alate (£50); Asics Gel Integral (£50)

This model may still be available on clearance. But we've reviewed a newer version since we published this.Weight 356gEvaluation Saucony’s Jazz name is synonymous with nicely-fitting, straightforward cushioning shoes. There are traditionally two

smoother ride and competitive pricing make the Jazz 8 a good choice for neutral runners looking for comfort allied to great runnability.Try it on if you liked Saucony Jazz 6000 (£50); Saucony GRID Jazz GTO (£60)

is superior. (A review of the previous version follows:)Weight 336gEvaluation We don’t usually look at £50 shoes, but this is quite a nice one, and it sits at the same price as Saucony’s eternal best-seller, the Jazz 6000. The Domain is a better shoe, too, so

Weight 336gEvaluation We don’t usually look at £50 shoes, but this is quite a nice one, and it sits at the same price as Saucony’s eternal best-seller, the Jazz 6000. The Domain is a better shoe, too, so it may represent Saucony’s attempt to wean

SAUCONYThe Old Treasury, 7 Kings Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hants PO5 4DJ; 023 9282 3664; www.saucony.co.uk2005 MODELSSTABILITYGrid Trigon 3 Guide Grid T5 Grid Hurricane 7 CUSHIONEDGrid Trigon 3 Ride Grid Jazz X PERFORMANCEGrid Tangent MOTION