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* {{H:cushioning}}. The Fastwitch has outstanding cushioning for its weight, which is on par with the [[Asics Gel Hyper Speed]]. It's slightly heavier than the Hyper Speed, but it's a little bit more equal fore/rear. The cushioning feels smooth and even, feeling like you're running on a cushioned track, which is how it should be.
* {{H:drop}}. The Fastwitch has 4mm of drop when loaded, which is a tad more than I'd like, but it shouldn't cause any biomechanical problems. The main issue with that level of drop on a lightweight shoe is that it puts more of the cushioning in the rear and less in the forefoot, rather than balancing it out.
* {{H:structure}}. The Fastwitch is a nice simple shoe that does not attempt to manipulate your stride. Apparently Some web sites claim there's a [[Pronation| Medial Post]], but I never noticed itwhile running. I checked the Saucony web site and they don't mention a medial post, so I cut open my pair and as expected, there's no medial post (see picture below). There's only a slight rise under the midfoot that shouldn't create undue pressure on your arch. <br/>[[File:Saucony Fastwitch Medial Post.jpg|none|thumb|200px|The dissected Saucony Fastwitch showing no Medial Post (Click for a larger image).]]
* {{H:flexibility}}. The Fastwitch has great flexibility that allows the shoe to move naturally with your foot. This flexibility is rather greater than I might expect given the construction; it seems to come partly from the gaps in the outsole, but mostly from the midsole foam. Unlike many shoes that want to flex in just one place, the Fastwitch flexes more naturally.
* {{H:outsole}}. The Fastwitch has harder wearing rubber outsole under most of the contact area, providing reasonable abrasion resistance. Like most shoes with an outsole, the limit on longevity will be the midsole which will compress with mileage. There are some small gaps in the outsole, but I didn't find any problems with them catching stones.