Saucony athletic footwear

Founded in 1898 along the banks of the Saucony Creek in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, Saucony is one of the oldest names in the American athletic shoe industry. The brand initially specialized in shoes for children and later became a pioneer in technical running footwear, gaining significant acclaim in the 1970s and 1980s for its focus on ergonomics and athlete performance.

While the brand originated in the United States, its manufacturing operations are now part of a global supply chain typical of major athletic brands. Production primarily takes place in countries such as Vietnam, China, and Indonesia. Saucony has transitioned through several owners over its century-long history, most notably being acquired by the Stride Rite Corporation in 2005.

Today, Saucony is owned by Wolverine World Wide, Inc., a Michigan-based footwear powerhouse that also owns brands like Merrell and Sperry. Under this ownership, Saucony continues to be a premium global brand for professional runners and fitness enthusiasts, maintaining its heritage of performance-driven design and innovation from its headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts.