
Tempus 2
Powered by PWRRUN PB superfoam and a smooth PWRRUN guidance frame, the Tempus 2 offers dynamic stability with race-inspired rebound. Cushioned, propulsive, and cleanly supported, it’s built for runners who want guided efficiency at running pace—not recovery pace.
Details
Blending high-stack superfoam with intelligent guidance, the Saucony Tempus 2 delivers a uniquely stable yet fast ride for runners who want support without sacrificing snap. Using the same PWRRUN PB foam found in Saucony’s elite racing lineup, the Tempus 2 maintains a lively, high-rebound feel, while an asymmetrical PWRRUN guidance frameprovides subtle medial support and smooth directional control at quicker paces. The result is a rare fusion of propulsion and stability that keeps transitions fluid from warmup to final surge.
A revamped engineered mesh upper enhances breathability and midfoot security with a more seamless wrap, complementing the Tempus’ performance-focused fit. Beneath it all, a premium XT-900 carbon rubber outsole ensures confident traction and longevity for training blocks, long runs, and speed-driven stability mileage. Lightweight, structured, and exceptionally responsive, the Tempus 2 stands as a go-to option for runners who need guided support in a shoe that still feels unmistakably fast.
MIDSOLE
- PWRRUN PB is an ultralight PEBA-based foam that provides exceptional responsiveness.
- Contoured PWRRUN Frame supports the foot upon landing, stabilizes the PEBA foam, and gives a snappy toe-off.
OUTSOLE
- XT-900 Carbon Rubber is placed strategically to increase traction and durability while keeping weight to a minimum.
UPPER
- Engineered Mesh provides a secure and comfortable fit.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
Specifications may be manufacturer-reported. Learn how Cadence verifies shoe data.
Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the Saucony Tempus 2 compares with 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- High
- Listed weight
- Slightly light for category
- Stack
- Typical for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Typical for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Tempus 2 | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 9.3oz | 9.6oz | Lighter (34th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 38mm | 38mm | Typical (45th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 30mm | 31mm | Lower (38th percentile) |
| Drop | 8mm | 8mm | Typical (55th percentile) |
| Price | $170 | $160 | Higher range (70th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At $170, its price sits $10 above the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
- At 9.3 oz, its listed weight is 0.3 oz below the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database (9.6 oz).
- Its 30mm forefoot stack is 1.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 31mm (n=67).


