Salomon - Speedcross Series

I have the S/lab ultra 2 and the speed cross. I don't wear either of them for longer than 50k runs though because my feet get sore with the lack of cushion. The thundercross has been recommended, but I haven't tried it.

The best ones are the ones that fit!! I have wide toes and wore Solomon trail runners for a long time. I switched to Merrell Moab hikers a couple of years ago. Both are 13 Wide (EEE).

The downside of trail runners to me (Solomans) was I would sometimes get foot bruises on sharp rocky ground. I switched to hiking shoes (Merrell's) and I feel it's a better compromise between trail runners and boots. Pretty light and more comfortable.

My Solomans had a rock plate (thank you for pointing out my omission), but I feel a big difference with my Murrell Moab's. To each there own, I know trail runners are the favorite, the Moab works better for me (I have dainty feet, I guess).

I haven't been anything but impressed by the Salomon Speedcross

I have a pair of Salomon speedcross 6 too. Probably them too for the real easy hikes and go from there.

sme for me. Salomon Speedcross has been my go-to. THE speed cross 4 where the best. The toe box was far more durable - they wore out in my heel before toes and It been the 6 are falling apart in comparison. Looking at either a new pair already 4 months in and may settle for the bushnado as I heard they are more durable.

I have worn Salomon Speedcross GTX for years. My last pair I got in July 2024 and I put on them over 2,200 miles (in a year). I said it was time and now I have a new pair but I still wore my oldies today. Habits are hard to break.

Speedcross is my favourite shoe ever made (I've had at least 5 pairs) _but_ they're for soft/muddy ground. The trails have massive lugs which are perfect for traction in mud, but not ideal for rock. More importantly, the rubber is quite soft and wears down fast with rock.�

I used speed crosses for Toronto winter and they are awesome. You don�t need to spend 2x. I have a pair of 001, that I won�t be using this winter. For the most part, I just try not to step on the ice. In Toronto the trails are either snow, hard snow or patchy ice with super grippy frozen soil/claw.

I guess you have to try them on. I also have wide feet. For some reason, mine fit perfectly. When it gets icy, I put cleats on over them for a little bit more traction. On hiking buddy got them too. Neither of us have twisted an ankle. Maybe we are lucky. The only time she has fallen was when she tripped on a branch running away from a bear!

I can only comment on two shoes in the lineup. Over the years I�ve owned about 20 or so pairs of the Speedcross. It was by far my favorite trail running shoe. When I stopped running a few years ago I switched to the XA Pro which I would call a hybrid of a hiking shoe that you can run in. But for pure running nothing beats the Speedcross. But be aware that Salomon shoes have a reputation for lasting about 450-500 miles. Made the mistake of taking out a pair on a sketchy descent after the 500 mile mark and I was slipping and sliding.

Those are great shoes and a typical price. I think you�re going to be happy with them!!

Been through almost every major brand - I love the Salomon Speed Cross Vs, but I have narrower feet and need a waterproof and highly durable shoe. It depends on the shape of your foot and your gait. Go to REI or a local running store and they can give you an assessment and some tailored options!

Trail runners! Salomon Speed Cross 6. Unbelievably great.

Personally the Salomon speed cross 4-6 are my go to for anything up to 50k with that degree of technical terrain. Mainly because they fit my feet like a glove. Genesis have me curious though.

Not sure how speed cross compares to those other options. I have Salomon boots that I love, but switched my lows from La Sportiva (that were never quite right) to speed cross. Never looking back!

What do you want to do? I love my Solomon trail runners but if I'm sliding down shale I'll take the Keens all day long. Both are good brands in my experience.

Same. Light, cushy, and great traction. My go-to for most hikes in CO.

Over the years I�ve worn trail runners from Merrill and Salomon, or standard running shoes from Nike and NB. A comfortable fit was the main criteria. Even on wet ground I�d rather have fast drying sneakers than boots.

Can�t compare the fit but my first (I�m new here) trail shoes are Speedcross 6 goretex by Salomon, they comfy, keep your feet dry when the mud is deeper than expected. In France we get some good price for them (around 100 quids)

New to running and trail running this year too, this is my experience: I bought my Goretex (SpeedCross6) early this fall on a nice discount, I�m very pleased with them, just finished a 15k race this Saturday in non-stop rain, no wet feet. They are comfy but indeed get warm when outside temp >15�C, so I have a new nonGoretex pair for next season. I�m near Paris FR, -5/10�C winter temperatures, it is very muddy outside but I would say less than 10cm deep mud puddle is a no issue to keep my feet dry.

Solomon Speedcross 5. Sturdy, lightweight, water resistant, badass toe protector, knobby spikes, and last for 6 months of continuous running ????

I�ve done plenty of races and you�re definitely going to want shoes with tight laces and deep lugs. See Salomon Speedcross and Hoka Mafate for reference. Don�t do a waterproof shoe.

FYI: I�m a very wide boy, but the Salomon Speedcross and Genesis both fit very comfortably. None of their other shoes do, but those are both great shoes you might want to try. Hoka also has nice wide options across their lineup. If it�s grip you want, I find the Speedgoat is second only to VJ Shoes - but VJ run narrow.

Gore-tex Salomon Speed Cross 6�s

Salomon Speedcross 6 GTX. I wear these year round. Get the GTX version - breathable Gore-Tex lining provides reliable waterproofing.

I trained for and ran my birthday trail marathon (non-organized) in Salomon speedcross 6. They just fit my foot too well to try something else. This year�s model is sexy af too. Still in my same slab ?5 L vest (funky closure, will upgrade)

Solomon makes good lightweight trail runners, but honestly my Merril Moab low tops are my favorites. They�re lightweight (enough), but mainly they�re extremely comfy for me. I�ve seen people talk about the eyelets wearing out prematurely but I haven�t experienced that on either of my pairs. For reference, one pair gets moderate hiking and camping use, the other pair is a daily driver for me as a contractor

Salomon Gore Tex sneakers. My second choice are Saucony Gore Tex sneakers.

I love my Solomon�s and they are all I run in. That being said they don�t do good on wet rock/roots. So if that was a decent liklihood I�d look at something else that known to do well on wet rock.

everyboldies feet are different, you have to find something that fits you. for me, it�s Salomon Speedcross

Honestly, weird opinion but I don�t think there�s anything wrong with going into it with some old or normal running shoes you have. For your first time anyway. Just go for it, see what it�s like, you�ll figure out what you need after awhile if you keep doing it. The first one I did I used my normal running shoes but it was at Lake Castiac, and was a sprint. My first super I did I had Salomon speed cross 6�s and loved them, but kind of learned at that one I should bring a damn hydration pack lmao, but it was more because it was at Cincinnati. I just did the trifecta weekend at Attica and dead ass forgot my hydration pack for day 2 but I was already kind of planning on not using it for those anyway. (I think I would have fucking died if I didn�t have it for the beast the day before though) I feel overpowered when I do like a mini local fun run that�s a mud run and I can just run the hell up or down the slippery hills when everyone is sliding around like crazy because of those shoes lmao

I would buy new just for an excuse to get a pair of the Salomon Speed Cross trail runners. They are the BEST hiking shoes I�ve ever had.

I'm a trail runner turned full time hiker. The past 10+ years I've been partial to Solomon Speedcrosses, XA Pros and La Sportiva Bushidos. The terrain in Arizona tears up shoes and I can get about 4-500 miles a pair. Once I've found a pair that I like, I pay attention to close out deals and can often find $140 shoes for $80-$90. Especially if they are an ugly color. Then I'll stock up and buy 2-3 pair to last me the next year.

I went to REI thinking by I�d get Altras based on how much backpackers love them. Most definitely not for me! I *love love love* the Salomon Speed Cross 6es I ended up with.

I use Solomon trail runners, non-waterproof because my feet overheat easily in the summer. They've seen the presis in the summer without issues, and have decent grip.

Personally Salomon fit me quite well. Speedcross has been my go to for most steep/rocky terrain.

Some will say otherwise but I think you can't go wrong with the Speedcross 6 GTX.

Wide boi here - oddly enough the Salomon Speedcross 6 works really really well for me, and not even in the wide size that they do make - just half a size up. Something about the upper design is extremely accommodating. No other Salomon fits me. Maybe worth a try.

I like Oboz boots. I also like my Solomon trail runners. I've done massive days in both, totally depends what you are more comfortable in. I do personally find benefit in some ankle protection and waterproofness. Some folks poopoo that... but I bet they have wet feet.

I wore [these](https://www.rei.com/product/209916/salomon-speedcross-6-trail-running-shoes-womens?sku=2099160145&store=142&CAWELAID=120217890018822448&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=113279951473&CATCI=pla-309904560692&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C21700000001700551_2099160145%7C309904560692%7CBA%7C71700000074422625&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_DTlwiliB2yklNnrMyVo5vBQNoS) and they were plenty. Lightweight with great tread for gripping, and our trail was very muddy.

I have the Catamount 2 and I really like it (ran in them today), but actually prefer the Cascadia. Also, another vote for skipping GTX. You probably don't need it (or want it) for most runs.