Most trail shoes are purposely breathable and not water resistant since it's nearly impossible to keep water/moisture out. Whether it's puddles, creeks, or just sweat. So the idea is to make them breathable so that they dry out quickly.
@@peace7482 Goretex is good for short term runs and hikes in inclement weather. It's ok for cold weather. It is not good for anything hardcore, like hiking in jungles or extremely wet places, long distance hikes under heavy loads, and the membrane breaks down over time. As someone who's trekked in the Cloud Forests of Costa Rica with a pair of Salomon XA 3D Pros, nothing was better than having a shoe that was ultra-breatheable and drained water easily. It's simply not possible to go through a wet environment and NOT get water in your shoes, and it's better to drain water than trap it and get trench-foot. Likewise, I've been issued a Goretex jacket in the military and I hate it because the inside turns into a sauna. I can't imagine putting it on my feet if I had to ruck over a long distance, I'd be asking for blisters.
Jungle and humid cold windy weather are two different stories. Gore-tex is excellent when you need lightweight protection from wind and humidity. I know a lot of people hating gore-tex but you know, different strokes for different folks.
@@dmac6119 I have had a dozen pairs of the GTX versions, they work great for hiking and everyday use. Being waterproof is a huge deal, I'd never go out in the bush with a regular shoe, what a great way to be cold. P.S. former wilderness EMT speaking, mostly in New England and the PNW, both of which will kill you with cold & wet.
I had probably the best ever customer service experience with Salomon. The mesh type part started coming apart where the foot bends so I emailed them just for some feed back and they told me I could get a replacement free of charge. They organised DHL to pick up the old pair and the second they were picked up they sent me a code for their website. Since then I beyond back them!!!
Had something similar happen a few years ago with a pair of Geox shoes: after 6 months the heel counter was worn through on the inside and i went to the Geox Shop i bought them. The Lady there looked at the shoes and the receipt pointed at the wall with the shoes and told me to choose new ones free of charge. The ones i had before and the ones after had no wear through issue, held for years.
This is the first video I’ve watched of yours that I have found your research into the shoe and history lacking. You managed to leave out the huuuge popularity of these shoes and variations of them in the Special Operations and LEO community. And the fact that you didn’t know about the pocket for the laces really surprised me.
used mine for 2 years, I am a rock climber amd use them as approach shoe, as hiking / adventure shoe and easily got them on in the city as they work as sneakers more than just fine. I love them. used them in all conditions (trust me, all!) the mesh ist outstandingly good
@@Blviik can't really tell u what defines "quickly", the only thing fkd up by now is the mash on the toe. that got insane beating in sharp ice and in the woods (bushes / sticks and whatnot) but its still surprisingly well isolating
just to clarify, they are nowhere near as good as actual approach shoes with an actually reinforced toe and stiffer sole, but they get me to the crag and every destination so far. they are also stupidly stable and reliant going downhill with the sharp solespikes. I ride a fixed gear bike and it naggs me with the pedals, but everywhere else they are brilliant
The excess lace tucks into a pocket in the tongue or under the other laces. I love my Salomons, I wear XA PRO for running and casual wear and I wear XA FORCES for work and both are excellent. You can really feel the difference under foot, they are really supportive and very comfortable.
Again, great video. I'm a Salomon fan I have a couple pair of trail running shoes right now. Just for your info your supposed to tuck whats left of laces into a special pocket thats on the top of the tounge. Its kinda hidden as it looks like part of the tounge but its there. Great video. Love your stuff.
Been using Salomon X Ultra shoes for hiking/backpacking for a while now and I was sold on them to the point that I now bought the GTX version (first pair was non-GTX for breathability) as second pair. It's great how much stability you can get nowadays without having to resort to clunky hiking boots.
I've worn my XT-6 for over 2 years - almost daily through various conditions and terrain. They wear like iron and are still going strong. I've loved Salomon shoes for years and they keep getting better and better. I mostly trail run and do Spartan races. The races I use the Speedcross line.
I've been wearing Salomon shoes for hiking, work, and casual wear for a couple years and absolutely love them since they usually live up to the name. Used the Shelter Low LTR hiking all through Europe this year and love them as a daily. Many models you can get on pretty good sale too.
I've been trail running in S-Lab Ultras for about 6 years now. They are absolutely comfortable, the mesh wraps like a sock and the lugs offer incredible grip descending trails with loose gravel. I would literally run those things to shreds and still hike in them because even though the lugs would be thrashed or ripped off, as long as the upper is maintained it will still completely wrap your foot. They are expensive but you can always find deals on running warehouse.
Salomon's thing is that lateral foot support. The sole will NEVER slip around the side of your foot (like when running/walking along the side of a hill) in a Salomon. Nobody gets close.
I have been wearing Salomon trail running shoes for 10 years now, in that time I have had 4 pairs and not a single one has worn through the sole or degraded to a point I would not be comfortable to hike in them, only buy new ones when I just can not get the old ones clean enough to he any bit presentable! Great shoes
@2:33 - ROCKIN' THE ORANGE. I still have my 9e 1s Equipe's, circa 1994 that I bought for GS racing. Straight up rocket ships!! The purple Salomon racing boots that went with them have long since gotten brittle, cracked, and tossed out. At my age, I can't handle the skis anymore so they're adding some nice flame color decoration to the corner of my office.
I own a pair of XT6s and XT4s purely for casual/fashion/gorpcore fad whatever and I think they're probably the best sneaker fad that's happened in a minute. Super interesting and wild colour ways combined with a genuinely comfortable and comparitively high quality construction isn't so common for such fashion fads in my experience. Great support, could wear them in the streets and then take them out camping and not worry at all. Perfect.
I have extremely high arches and typically requite arch support insoles for sneakers but these are so stable and my arches always feel cradled in these. I do wish they still continue to make these shoes to outdoor functional standards even though these have been increasingly popular among the fashion crowd . Thank you for this video
Hey, Here's another"tactical boot" that could use a review. The reviews I've seen so far are a little too upbeat about this one but they may be on point. I trust your reviews a lot more. If you have the chance can you review the Men's Bates Rallyforce Tall Side-Zip Boots.
Great video! Used the Salomon Sense Ride 3 GTX as a land surveyor (when I wasn't required to wear safety shoes) almost every day for long hours. Diverse conditions, from muddy fields and rocky excavations to concrete and asphalt. The TPU started detaching slightly in the sides after about 6 months, they were waterproof for a year after that they started leaking and the outsole became a bit stiffer after a year as well. Considering that I was severely beating the shoe for around 5-7 hours a day for more or less a year I would say yes they are pretty durable and much more comfortable than boots. I would recommend it, in some workflows boots just are too clunky and heavy. Having said that I love my safety shoes as well Haix is the brand best brand in Europe check them out they worth it
I love using these for hiking/running. Not nearly as much cushion as a hoka or most other running shoes but I feel that they're very protective for a faster, speed training shoe. A lot of lighter/ speed training shoes don't have much support so they wear out fast and can lead to injury so these are a nice hybrid between speed and protection. Also, the treads have great grip on trails but they're not that comfortable for wearing around casually on harder surfaces and they wear out really fast.
The tongue of the shoe has a pocket on top so the extra lace can be tucked into and not flop around. The foot liner looks basic but I found them to be comfortable and long lasting. Salomon’s and Red Wings are the most worn footwear I own.
Howdy! I'm not going to read through all the comments to see if this was already mentioned, but the laces are supposed to get tucked into the "hood" at the top of the tongue. Keep up the great work!
I bought the Salomon x ultra cs wp winter boot two years ago, and to this day is my most comfortable shoe. It was $180 brand new, very light weight. Not 100% waterproof but they are very good for light out door winter activities or if you want warm feet on a trip into town.
I use a pair of Salomon XT Wings on my thru hike of the AT in 2010. These changed the way I hike and made such a huge difference while on trail. Love Salomon!! Those being the S - Lab version they are a little more trail focused.
Trail runners shouldn't be waterproof. You want water to pass out after wading or running through a creek. Good trail runners should feel dry not long after soaking them. Gore-Tex liners stay wet for hours - or days. Salamon shoes tend to be narrow and that lacing system sucks.
Hello friend, I heard that you are typically more fond of “boot feeling” sneakers and I highly recommend trying out some of the Vans Crockett Highs. They are the most “boot feeling” shoe I’ve worn in a while and I think they’d be right up your alley
It's about looking like your adventurous or like in carhartts craze look like you actually work. Most people that I've met that wear carhartts as fashion are boring people that have never worked hard in their life.
@@TheFrontyer correct, function and fashion are not that same and that’s not what I said. It’s function made it a staple of outdoors lifestyle; and it looks good so it became a part of that style. Something does not need to be made by a high fashion designer to be considered fashionable. 99% of clothes have had this same history.
@@tonnyletkeman2348 youre totally right man like i have some salomons to hike and trail run in and theyre wrecked, and i have carhartt and dickies pants to skate in cause theyre so durable, but now its like the uniform of the rich international students in my city who will never have to lift a finger in their lives 😂
I have the hi-top version of these (wings skytop) which is like a light hiking boot with this exact sole. mine are 10 years old and i've used them for anything (hiking, mountaineering, backpacking and everyday). they are worn but still going. only small delaminations in the sole. The sole itself is a dedicated soft ground sole which is NOT intented for use on tarmac (like nobby tires on a dirtbike) i haven't worn through mine yet, so they seem durable. the chassis on the sole makes an enormous difference in off road stability without adding a ton of weight and still maintaining comfort. I am a heavy pronator and the real dual density feature on this sole is not the layered midsole (which is quite common in Salomon) but the denser block of foam that act as a arch support. I need special insoles for this normally, except with these there is just the right support so I don't. On the top of the tongue there is a "lace garage" for tucking the lace into (salomon describes this also). I've spend countless miles with it including off road half marathons. They NEVER come undone or loose. I wouldn't want a trail running shoe like this to be waterproof. it kills breathability and my feet get wet anyway. I'd rather have a shoe that dries fast. Most trailruns are rather short and intense. The XT is a purpose built tool for fast paced running acrosse uneven terrain. using them for fashion and complaining abount flaws will be like ridig a dirtbike in the city and complaining abount its shortcomings Great channel and inspiring content. I often learn alot :)
The outsole layer might be thin but I know people who have pairs of Salomon that they’ve been wearing for years and the sole does not wear down. The tread on the bottom is super durable.
I had Salomon's XA-pro, now they are on country side. Excellent runing shoes. Super grip, very light, last long if not used on pavement or asphalt, the protector lugs will quickly become rubed away. But if on natural trails - they will last loooong!
Absolutely they have sold out. The GTX 3's lasted me 6 years and clocked over 20,000 miles on them over hard, rough terrain, did Everest basecamp in them, Mount Toubkal, Stok Kangria etc. The GTX 4? lasted me less than year before the stitching split doing normal day hikes in Scotland. In the last few years they have gone WAY down hill.
I live in Colorado and hike often. I will never buy anything other than Salomon. Especially with Goretex uppers. The composite shank helps greatly when walking on rocks. Waterproofness has obvious advantages. Super comfy and tons of grip.
I own a pair of Salomon XA Forces MID GTX (mouthful, I know), they have that same lacing system but they included a small pocket at the top of the tongue. You cinch the shoes and then you tuck the leftover laces into that little pocket. It's really neat since they never come out of there unintentionally, so the laces can't get snagged on stuff. I also own a pair of K2 inline skates, they have the same thing - a small pocket on the tongue to store the loose laces.
Would love to see some dress shoes!!! Crockett & Jones, Magnanni, Cleverly, Santoni, etc.!!! I really really want to see what those shoes are like from your perspective
Thank you very very much for your time it opens people's eyes and saves people's money and disappointments , iv been a redwings mactoe fanatic for 45 years and I'm looking into the Nick's mactoe thanks to your videos.
So the point of them not being water resistant is that the high breathability makes it dry faster. The idea being that you will get wet eventually, it's better to dry faster.
I have a pair of X-ultra made in Cambodia I have worn every day since before covid was a thing and they are getting to the end of their life but I love them. I wanted ONE pair of shoe (to rule them all) that I could wear and be comfortable in any situation (on a long walk, on a hike to the top of a mountain, on a 3 days rainy camping or fishing trip, or walking around indoor all day. I never heard till now that they are fashionable. Anyway great video as always, big fan. (I think I would actually miss the echoey audio if it were to change ;p)
I've owned 2 pairs of Solomon Spreedcross 3....mainly for paintball and Obstacle Course Races. I would say these shoes aren't really designed for concrete use, but the outsole is tough for small treks across them. The lugs are pretty durable and the foam density is soft yet pretty dang supportive. As far as water resistance....they aren't made for that. In OCRs you are going to wet and encounter mud pits. The shoes expel the water instead of retain it, that way you arent going for miles in soppy water soaked heavy shoes. I love my Solomons for what they are intended for. Thanks for posting!
Bought my Salomon X Ultras about 4 years ago, ~$90. Best money I've ever spent on that type of running show. Quality was well about any Nike, etc., I ever bought. Same lacing system (which is excellent) but they have a little elasticized pocket to tuck the string and capture at the top of the tongue. Love 'em.
Salomon is my favorite brand for now. I have both Goretex and passthrough (not water resistant) pairs in use. They do wear great I use them for work (professional windowcleaner and rope acces), the soles are very light, wear out fast but grip amazingly on al surfaces. For the porch they are ok. I look for promotions here in the EU and you can find them for around 90/95 usd....
Suggestion for the future, for the abrasion tests it'd be a more fair comparison to do a static weight then base upon time rather than just increasing the weight
Great video as always. FYI, in 2019 the Amer Group (Salomon included) was bought by the Chinese mega brand Anta. Not that it means anything to the shoe review, it's just part of the brand history.
their rubber outsole is surprisingly durable for its thickness. I have worn a pair for 3 years and still has some rubber, the counter heel is also amazing I would it put it on the realm of snowboarding boots heels
I go with Salomons for anything outdoors, hiking or trail related; New Balance for city street walking - can't beat that price & comfort lol. As for running (city streets) it's been a mix of Asics, Mizuno, Salomon, Adidas, and Nike. Salomon is by far my favorite in terms of durability, construction, grip, stability and support. I absolutely loved every pair I've owned, to the point that I've bought multiples of the same shoe when on sale and have a 'stash' in my closet in case they stop making this particular model. I have a wide foot and the way the shoe hugs it while not making it feel constricted (a huge "No" during the run) is amazing. As for using trail shoes for casual wear, the rubber is too soft for the hard surfaces. I made a mistake of running in trail shoes in the city because they were incredibly comfortable, and 6 months on the asphalt/concrete pavement wore out the two bumps on each heel; sadly this means the heel became slippery in wet conditions, however I still continue to wear them for running and walking in dry weather. Perhaps a picnic in the park:) This particular pair isn't water-proof or water-resistant, however they have excellent breathability. Running in the rain was an absolute bliss due to the material of the outsole with a much needed grip. They dry VERY FAST and even though none of the manufacturers would openly recommend this, I've ran mine through multiple washes of short cycle (30 min, delicate), always washing on cold, and they come out as new. Compared with the various knits on Nikes, Adidas, etc, the upper is extremely durable. They last for years, and after their useful life of running shoes is over, I can still use them for hiking and eventually walking in the city. So those 180-200 bucks are really worth it. I've owned Salomon shoes for trail running, running, hiking, water sports, also have Gortex and regular ones, have converted my family and friends to use them for anything outdoors. Still looking for a perfect city running shoe.
From my experience with Saloman, you tuck the excess string into the tongue pouch (it's like an inverted baggy). The very top section it let's you push it into there and voila!
I have 3 pairs of salomon, speedcross 4 gtx, xt6 and cswp, they have very good traction on snow,and very comfortable. When it is snowing, I always go for the salomon. The sole are steady and have good support
too still for trail running is not good - when your foot comes down on a rock, if the shoe conforms to the rock = awesome, if the shoe is stiff, it is your ankle that has to do the flexing. Trust me you want a flexi trail shoe
I have owned several pairs of these Saloman trail running shoes. I wore them EVERYWHERE and bought three pairs. They were super comfortable but the tread did not last. I did get people asking me about the shoes when I wore them. The shoe does make a statement. Switched to ON brand shoes. More comfortable but lasts about the same. Will likely buy another ON brand shoe next.
Since I first bought a pair of Salomon SpeedCross 3 like in 2012, I've been only buying these as my everyday, regular shoeware, they are super comfortable, very light, but sturdy, they resist every use you can think off... they are pricey yes, but then again they might last longer though...
Big Salomon fan here but lately the shoe soles have seemingly been sold out to the quickest wearing material ever - two month old pair of xa pro 3d worn down already. I hope their warranty department can help me out. As for the extra lace you can use the lace pocket or just tuck it into the side of your foot like i do. Great vid as always.
I've had a pair of x-ultra 4 shoes for about 7 years now, I barely wear my winter boots anymore because I just don't need them other than heavy snow. phenomenal shoes.
I love your videos. One suggestion is to ad metric subtitles to your test results so my viewers outside the US will understand without looking up a conversion. Consider it and keep making good videos. 🙏
Salomon 12.5 US mens is the reason for me, I can pull either boot or shoe from a box and do an easy 13-15 miles hiking without a worry or a problem so for me it's fitment. I haven't found any other mainstream brands that have the half size after a 12 for some reason, seems to me that's when they stop with half sizing US for the application. My next one is the sole gription and want more than 4mm for most and can find them but I do feel that a small sole grip lug size is planned obsolescence. While Salomon might have a larger parsed but larger lug size sole but it wears faster I'll prefer that cause that's more reliable while it's around.
The XT-6 is the last sneaker of Solomon I would get hahaha Speedcross, crosshike, Alpine S-Labs. The fashionable Salomon trend is funny. I like see it around town. Ppl more geared up than folks on the trail hahaha 💪🏽💙 Love the vid!
I recently purchase the Adidas Terrex Free Hiker C.Rdy Hiking shoes , I would be really curious to see them on one of your test. A lot of different Adidas tech in are in this trail-running / hiking shoes. B.t.w great vid, t y for this review
Not having Gore-Tex or some garbage lining in my trail runners is the reason I own them. My feet and socks out quite quickly from the heat of my feet and breathability of the shoes.
Bought my first Solomon for trail running/hiking a year ago. My supercross has translated to everyday wear, overtaking the ultraboost. And I got it on sale plus discount for 35$
I really like my goretex hiking boots from them. The sole last a really long time. I would walk around ten miles per day meter reading and they would last around one year.
No no no bro, Thank, You! I'm tired of spending hundreds of dollars every year to sometimes be disappointed. You sold me on the Redbacks, my work paid for them.. they r literally my everyday, my heritage Redwings r to the side, OG timberlands that I've been wearing since high school r put aside (not the same pair but style lol). When I step my feet can actually spread out and I'd never guess they r a work boot they r soo comfortable.
Nice review... but as for the laces, you have a pocket on the tongue of the shoe where the acces string goes together with the plastic top of the lace. ;)
Great video as usual. You should look into Altra shoes as well. Specifically their Lone Peak line. The Altra Lone Peak are really popular for trail runners, backpackers, and thru hikers.
Solomon has a military contract with US special units. I bought a pair of the Quest 4ds while over seas and they were alot better climbing mountains and doing long movements under weight than my rocky s2v of around the same price point.
I was the footwear, nordic and inline skate warranty tech/internal product trainer for Salomon USA from 99-04. Makes me feel nostalgic for the old days. Also, the audio track for this is way out of snyc with the video unfortunately.
You should do skechers memory foam!!! They are pretty popular among the health care workers and I planned to buy ones, but I went to a store to try them on and I found them so unconfortable!!! No other channel have a review of them in half and I really want a honest review that I'm totally sure you would deliver!! (P.d.Sorry for the bad english)
My Salmons were great - comfortable, functional, and supportive. The only drawback was the relatively fast wearing of the soles, which flat-spotted on pressure areas. I'd still be wearing Salomons though, except that their shoe designs and colors became too flashy-looking.
Salomon has already been doing a lot of fashion related stuff past 5, or possibly even 7+ years. Not directly but through collaborations with designers. None of them are cheap, Soloist, and Boris Bidjan were prob their flagship collaborations. I have no knowledge of this particular mode nor the company because I actually never wore them, but from reading some comments including yours, they seem to be built for rock climbing and bunch of people just happened to buy it for the looks.
Dual density is not where you cut if into half. I had seen it sit at around arch area for both the firm and soft support, but it could locate at different places. Dont assume it's not dual density just because it's not where you cut it.
There is a small pocket on top of the tongue for the extra strap. P.s.: I used both BOA and Salomon lacing systems, IMO BOA is way easier to use but salomon solution is much smaller
Great for running, great for hiking in tropics , great for swiming in monsoon in Thailand , same with TNF. Before have had Trekking Salomon boots for 6 years and there were great to .
Salomon trail shoes are really special for running in land stones etc negative is the price but if you take an older model is cheaper and its slippery when it rains and you walk in the city! I believe they also have a model 70%-80% running in the asphalt and 30%-20% trail!
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Most trail shoes are purposely breathable and not water resistant since it's nearly impossible to keep water/moisture out. Whether it's puddles, creeks, or just sweat. So the idea is to make them breathable so that they dry out quickly.
Then why do they make gore-tex shoes? They have special shoes for a lot of water-land running.
@@peace7482 Goretex is good for short term runs and hikes in inclement weather. It's ok for cold weather. It is not good for anything hardcore, like hiking in jungles or extremely wet places, long distance hikes under heavy loads, and the membrane breaks down over time. As someone who's trekked in the Cloud Forests of Costa Rica with a pair of Salomon XA 3D Pros, nothing was better than having a shoe that was ultra-breatheable and drained water easily. It's simply not possible to go through a wet environment and NOT get water in your shoes, and it's better to drain water than trap it and get trench-foot.
Likewise, I've been issued a Goretex jacket in the military and I hate it because the inside turns into a sauna. I can't imagine putting it on my feet if I had to ruck over a long distance, I'd be asking for blisters.
You guys are really right
Jungle and humid cold windy weather are two different stories. Gore-tex is excellent when you need lightweight protection from wind and humidity. I know a lot of people hating gore-tex but you know, different strokes for different folks.
@@dmac6119 I have had a dozen pairs of the GTX versions, they work great for hiking and everyday use. Being waterproof is a huge deal, I'd never go out in the bush with a regular shoe, what a great way to be cold. P.S. former wilderness EMT speaking, mostly in New England and the PNW, both of which will kill you with cold & wet.
I had probably the best ever customer service experience with Salomon. The mesh type part started coming apart where the foot bends so I emailed them just for some feed back and they told me I could get a replacement free of charge. They organised DHL to pick up the old pair and the second they were picked up they sent me a code for their website. Since then I beyond back them!!!
I just don't like their roots. Adidas their parent company has direct lineage from the German national socialist party.
@@galvanizedgnome The best party.
Had something similar happen a few years ago with a pair of Geox shoes: after 6 months the heel counter was worn through on the inside and i went to the Geox Shop i bought them. The Lady there looked at the shoes and the receipt pointed at the wall with the shoes and told me to choose new ones free of charge. The ones i had before and the ones after had no wear through issue, held for years.
I also got a free replacement pair when the toe box got easily scratched. Great, customer service.
Wow that’s amazing
This is the first video I’ve watched of yours that I have found your research into the shoe and history lacking. You managed to leave out the huuuge popularity of these shoes and variations of them in the Special Operations and LEO community. And the fact that you didn’t know about the pocket for the laces really surprised me.
used mine for 2 years, I am a rock climber amd use them as approach shoe, as hiking / adventure shoe and easily got them on in the city as they work as sneakers more than just fine. I love them. used them in all conditions (trust me, all!)
the mesh ist outstandingly good
I use 7 Years Salmon x ultra and they are very comfortable
Hey Im really unsure about getting these for multi day hiking as I’ve heard the tread wears down quick! Would you recommend them for that purpose?
@@Blviik can't really tell u what defines "quickly", the only thing fkd up by now is the mash on the toe. that got insane beating in sharp ice and in the woods (bushes / sticks and whatnot) but its still surprisingly well isolating
just to clarify, they are nowhere near as good as actual approach shoes with an actually reinforced toe and stiffer sole, but they get me to the crag and every destination so far. they are also stupidly stable and reliant going downhill with the sharp solespikes. I ride a fixed gear bike and it naggs me with the pedals, but everywhere else they are brilliant
The excess lace tucks into a pocket in the tongue or under the other laces.
I love my Salomons, I wear XA PRO for running and casual wear and I wear XA FORCES for work and both are excellent.
You can really feel the difference under foot, they are really supportive and very comfortable.
Again, great video. I'm a Salomon fan I have a couple pair of trail running shoes right now. Just for your info your supposed to tuck whats left of laces into a special pocket thats on the top of the tounge. Its kinda hidden as it looks like part of the tounge but its there. Great video. Love your stuff.
It seems that any one who styles the shoes for photos always have the laces out as a style thing, just looks like a tangle and trip hazard to me..
@@colmcgillveray1010 dont you like style??
Someone who actually wears salomon knows 😢
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Is it just me or is the audio way off the video sync?
Been using Salomon X Ultra shoes for hiking/backpacking for a while now and I was sold on them to the point that I now bought the GTX version (first pair was non-GTX for breathability) as second pair. It's great how much stability you can get nowadays without having to resort to clunky hiking boots.
I've worn my XT-6 for over 2 years - almost daily through various conditions and terrain. They wear like iron and are still going strong. I've loved Salomon shoes for years and they keep getting better and better. I mostly trail run and do Spartan races. The races I use the Speedcross line.
I've been wearing Salomon shoes for hiking, work, and casual wear for a couple years and absolutely love them since they usually live up to the name. Used the Shelter Low LTR hiking all through Europe this year and love them as a daily. Many models you can get on pretty good sale too.
I've been trail running in S-Lab Ultras for about 6 years now. They are absolutely comfortable, the mesh wraps like a sock and the lugs offer incredible grip descending trails with loose gravel. I would literally run those things to shreds and still hike in them because even though the lugs would be thrashed or ripped off, as long as the upper is maintained it will still completely wrap your foot. They are expensive but you can always find deals on running warehouse.
Salomon's thing is that lateral foot support. The sole will NEVER slip around the side of your foot (like when running/walking along the side of a hill) in a Salomon. Nobody gets close.
I have been wearing Salomon trail running shoes for 10 years now, in that time I have had 4 pairs and not a single one has worn through the sole or degraded to a point I would not be comfortable to hike in them, only buy new ones when I just can not get the old ones clean enough to he any bit presentable! Great shoes
@2:33 - ROCKIN' THE ORANGE. I still have my 9e 1s Equipe's, circa 1994 that I bought for GS racing. Straight up rocket ships!! The purple Salomon racing boots that went with them have long since gotten brittle, cracked, and tossed out. At my age, I can't handle the skis anymore so they're adding some nice flame color decoration to the corner of my office.
I own a pair of XT6s and XT4s purely for casual/fashion/gorpcore fad whatever and I think they're probably the best sneaker fad that's happened in a minute. Super interesting and wild colour ways combined with a genuinely comfortable and comparitively high quality construction isn't so common for such fashion fads in my experience. Great support, could wear them in the streets and then take them out camping and not worry at all. Perfect.
I have extremely high arches and typically requite arch support insoles for sneakers but these are so stable and my arches always feel cradled in these. I do wish they still continue to make these shoes to outdoor functional standards even though these have been increasingly popular among the fashion crowd . Thank you for this video
Any audio issues should be resolved soon.
Hey, Here's another"tactical boot" that could use a review. The reviews I've seen so far are a little too upbeat about this one but they may be on point. I trust your reviews a lot more. If you have the chance can you review the Men's Bates Rallyforce Tall Side-Zip Boots.
There is a lace keeper pocket in the tongue.
Great video! Used the Salomon Sense Ride 3 GTX as a land surveyor (when I wasn't required to wear safety shoes) almost every day for long hours. Diverse conditions, from muddy fields and rocky excavations to concrete and asphalt. The TPU started detaching slightly in the sides after about 6 months, they were waterproof for a year after that they started leaking and the outsole became a bit stiffer after a year as well. Considering that I was severely beating the shoe for around 5-7 hours a day for more or less a year I would say yes they are pretty durable and much more comfortable than boots. I would recommend it, in some workflows boots just are too clunky and heavy. Having said that I love my safety shoes as well Haix is the brand best brand in Europe check them out they worth it
I love using these for hiking/running. Not nearly as much cushion as a hoka or most other running shoes but I feel that they're very protective for a faster, speed training shoe. A lot of lighter/ speed training shoes don't have much support so they wear out fast and can lead to injury so these are a nice hybrid between speed and protection. Also, the treads have great grip on trails but they're not that comfortable for wearing around casually on harder surfaces and they wear out really fast.
You tuck the extra lace into the pocket at the top of the tongue 👍🏼
The tongue of the shoe has a pocket on top so the extra lace can be tucked into and not flop around. The foot liner looks basic but I found them to be comfortable and long lasting. Salomon’s and Red Wings are the most worn footwear I own.
You are a certified hipster, go get some tofu and non alcoholic beer to celebrate
Howdy! I'm not going to read through all the comments to see if this was already mentioned, but the laces are supposed to get tucked into the "hood" at the top of the tongue.
Keep up the great work!
I bought the Salomon x ultra cs wp winter boot two years ago, and to this day is my most comfortable shoe. It was $180 brand new, very light weight. Not 100% waterproof but they are very good for light out door winter activities or if you want warm feet on a trip into town.
I use a pair of Salomon XT Wings on my thru hike of the AT in 2010. These changed the way I hike and made such a huge difference while on trail. Love Salomon!! Those being the S - Lab version they are a little more trail focused.
I have a pair of GTX Salomon gortex shoes from 2014 I wear them six months a year and they are still going strong 💪
Got my drifters tonight and I don't think I'm taking them off until they're broken in! They're gorgeous bro
Trail runners shouldn't be waterproof. You want water to pass out after wading or running through a creek. Good trail runners should feel dry not long after soaking them. Gore-Tex liners stay wet for hours - or days. Salamon shoes tend to be narrow and that lacing system sucks.
Hello friend, I heard that you are typically more fond of “boot feeling” sneakers and I highly recommend trying out some of the Vans Crockett Highs. They are the most “boot feeling” shoe I’ve worn in a while and I think they’d be right up your alley
is it me or the audio and video is out of sync? quite bad too at 10:00 mark.
It’s the “I swear I don’t care about hype” shoe of the season
@@TheFrontyer that’s the point. It’s functional that’s why it’s fashionable
It's about looking like your adventurous or like in carhartts craze look like you actually work. Most people that I've met that wear carhartts as fashion are boring people that have never worked hard in their life.
@@TheFrontyer correct, function and fashion are not that same and that’s not what I said. It’s function made it a staple of outdoors lifestyle; and it looks good so it became a part of that style. Something does not need to be made by a high fashion designer to be considered fashionable. 99% of clothes have had this same history.
@@TheFrontyer ofc you guys dont care about fashion, you live in Norway! 😅
@@tonnyletkeman2348 youre totally right man like i have some salomons to hike and trail run in and theyre wrecked, and i have carhartt and dickies pants to skate in cause theyre so durable, but now its like the uniform of the rich international students in my city who will never have to lift a finger in their lives 😂
I have the hi-top version of these (wings skytop) which is like a light hiking boot with this exact sole. mine are 10 years old and i've used them for anything (hiking, mountaineering, backpacking and everyday). they are worn but still going. only small delaminations in the sole.
The sole itself is a dedicated soft ground sole which is NOT intented for use on tarmac (like nobby tires on a dirtbike) i haven't worn through mine yet, so they seem durable.
the chassis on the sole makes an enormous difference in off road stability without adding a ton of weight and still maintaining comfort.
I am a heavy pronator and the real dual density feature on this sole is not the layered midsole (which is quite common in Salomon) but the denser block of foam that act as a arch support. I need special insoles for this normally, except with these there is just the right support so I don't.
On the top of the tongue there is a "lace garage" for tucking the lace into (salomon describes this also). I've spend countless miles with it including off road half marathons. They NEVER come undone or loose.
I wouldn't want a trail running shoe like this to be waterproof. it kills breathability and my feet get wet anyway. I'd rather have a shoe that dries fast. Most trailruns are rather short and intense.
The XT is a purpose built tool for fast paced running acrosse uneven terrain. using them for fashion and complaining abount flaws will be like ridig a dirtbike in the city and complaining abount its shortcomings
Great channel and inspiring content. I often learn alot :)
The outsole layer might be thin but I know people who have pairs of Salomon that they’ve been wearing for years and the sole does not wear down. The tread on the bottom is super durable.
@@riverpower9402 They arent meant for roads
I had Salomon's XA-pro, now they are on country side.
Excellent runing shoes. Super grip, very light, last long if not used on pavement or asphalt, the protector lugs will quickly become rubed away. But if on natural trails - they will last loooong!
Absolutely they have sold out. The GTX 3's lasted me 6 years and clocked over 20,000 miles on them over hard, rough terrain, did Everest basecamp in them, Mount Toubkal, Stok Kangria etc.
The GTX 4? lasted me less than year before the stitching split doing normal day hikes in Scotland. In the last few years they have gone WAY down hill.
I live in Colorado and hike often. I will never buy anything other than Salomon. Especially with Goretex uppers. The composite shank helps greatly when walking on rocks. Waterproofness has obvious advantages. Super comfy and tons of grip.
I own a pair of Salomon XA Forces MID GTX (mouthful, I know), they have that same lacing system but they included a small pocket at the top of the tongue. You cinch the shoes and then you tuck the leftover laces into that little pocket. It's really neat since they never come out of there unintentionally, so the laces can't get snagged on stuff.
I also own a pair of K2 inline skates, they have the same thing - a small pocket on the tongue to store the loose laces.
Would love to see some dress shoes!!! Crockett & Jones, Magnanni, Cleverly, Santoni, etc.!!! I really really want to see what those shoes are like from your perspective
Thank you very very much for your time it opens people's eyes and saves people's money and disappointments , iv been a redwings mactoe fanatic for 45 years and I'm looking into the Nick's mactoe thanks to your videos.
So the point of them not being water resistant is that the high breathability makes it dry faster. The idea being that you will get wet eventually, it's better to dry faster.
I have a pair of X-ultra made in Cambodia I have worn every day since before covid was a thing and they are getting to the end of their life but I love them. I wanted ONE pair of shoe (to rule them all) that I could wear and be comfortable in any situation (on a long walk, on a hike to the top of a mountain, on a 3 days rainy camping or fishing trip, or walking around indoor all day. I never heard till now that they are fashionable. Anyway great video as always, big fan. (I think I would actually miss the echoey audio if it were to change ;p)
Have a pair of Salomon X screams.....had them for years, they just won't die. Tread is worn off & shoe is showing age & wear but they just keep going
I've owned 2 pairs of Solomon Spreedcross 3....mainly for paintball and Obstacle Course Races. I would say these shoes aren't really designed for concrete use, but the outsole is tough for small treks across them. The lugs are pretty durable and the foam density is soft yet pretty dang supportive. As far as water resistance....they aren't made for that. In OCRs you are going to wet and encounter mud pits. The shoes expel the water instead of retain it, that way you arent going for miles in soppy water soaked heavy shoes. I love my Solomons for what they are intended for. Thanks for posting!
Literally just bought 2 matching leather bracelets for me and my girlfriend. Thanks for the great Christmas gift!
Bought my Salomon X Ultras about 4 years ago, ~$90. Best money I've ever spent on that type of running show. Quality was well about any Nike, etc., I ever bought. Same lacing system (which is excellent) but they have a little elasticized pocket to tuck the string and capture at the top of the tongue. Love 'em.
Maybe include some of Salomon's boots if you do another “tactical boot” comparison. Great video!
Salomon is my favorite brand for now. I have both Goretex and passthrough (not water resistant) pairs in use. They do wear great I use them for work (professional windowcleaner and rope acces), the soles are very light, wear out fast but grip amazingly on al surfaces. For the porch they are ok. I look for promotions here in the EU and you can find them for around 90/95 usd....
As a person who just bought their first pair of Solomon, you can’t imagine the relief when you say they are not sellouts
Quick one on the laces, you roll them up and place them in the little pocket on the top of the tongue.
What a quality production! I was just going to google "gorpcore", right before I did, the description popped up in the video!
Suggestion for the future, for the abrasion tests it'd be a more fair comparison to do a static weight then base upon time rather than just increasing the weight
I agree, that was what I thought also.
Great video as always. FYI, in 2019 the Amer Group (Salomon included) was bought by the Chinese mega brand Anta. Not that it means anything to the shoe review, it's just part of the brand history.
their rubber outsole is surprisingly durable for its thickness. I have worn a pair for 3 years and still has some rubber, the counter heel is also amazing I would it put it on the realm of snowboarding boots heels
The lacing system is the same they use on Nordic ski boots. It works pretty well
Yeah it's fine and you just tuck the extra lace into the pocket in the tongue.
@7:30 there is a pocket built into the tongue you puck the draw string into.
I go with Salomons for anything outdoors, hiking or trail related; New Balance for city street walking - can't beat that price & comfort lol. As for running (city streets) it's been a mix of Asics, Mizuno, Salomon, Adidas, and Nike.
Salomon is by far my favorite in terms of durability, construction, grip, stability and support. I absolutely loved every pair I've owned, to the point that I've bought multiples of the same shoe when on sale and have a 'stash' in my closet in case they stop making this particular model. I have a wide foot and the way the shoe hugs it while not making it feel constricted (a huge "No" during the run) is amazing.
As for using trail shoes for casual wear, the rubber is too soft for the hard surfaces. I made a mistake of running in trail shoes in the city because they were incredibly comfortable, and 6 months on the asphalt/concrete pavement wore out the two bumps on each heel; sadly this means the heel became slippery in wet conditions, however I still continue to wear them for running and walking in dry weather. Perhaps a picnic in the park:) This particular pair isn't water-proof or water-resistant, however they have excellent breathability. Running in the rain was an absolute bliss due to the material of the outsole with a much needed grip. They dry VERY FAST and even though none of the manufacturers would openly recommend this, I've ran mine through multiple washes of short cycle (30 min, delicate), always washing on cold, and they come out as new.
Compared with the various knits on Nikes, Adidas, etc, the upper is extremely durable. They last for years, and after their useful life of running shoes is over, I can still use them for hiking and eventually walking in the city. So those 180-200 bucks are really worth it.
I've owned Salomon shoes for trail running, running, hiking, water sports, also have Gortex and regular ones, have converted my family and friends to use them for anything outdoors. Still looking for a perfect city running shoe.
Nice video, but is it only me or does it have AV sync issues? Usually with your other videos I never noticed...
From my experience with Saloman, you tuck the excess string into the tongue pouch (it's like an inverted baggy). The very top section it let's you push it into there and voila!
Audio doesn't line up with the video 😭
I have 3 pairs of salomon, speedcross 4 gtx, xt6 and cswp, they have very good traction on snow,and very comfortable. When it is snowing, I always go for the salomon. The sole are steady and have good support
I would really want to see you cutting a pair of new balance 990. They are comfortable, but just curious what in there insole
Solomon usually has a little pouch on the tongue for the extra shoe lace
too still for trail running is not good - when your foot comes down on a rock, if the shoe conforms to the rock = awesome, if the shoe is stiff, it is your ankle that has to do the flexing. Trust me you want a flexi trail shoe
I have owned several pairs of these Saloman trail running shoes. I wore them EVERYWHERE and bought three pairs. They were super comfortable but the tread did not last. I did get people asking me about the shoes when I wore them. The shoe does make a statement. Switched to ON brand shoes. More comfortable but lasts about the same. Will likely buy another ON brand shoe next.
Awesome!! I've been waiting years for you to review this brand I am a great fan of it and I am about to see what they are made of!
Since I first bought a pair of Salomon SpeedCross 3 like in 2012, I've been only buying these as my everyday, regular shoeware, they are super comfortable, very light, but sturdy, they resist every use you can think off... they are pricey yes, but then again they might last longer though...
Big Salomon fan here but lately the shoe soles have seemingly been sold out to the quickest wearing material ever - two month old pair of xa pro 3d worn down already. I hope their warranty department can help me out. As for the extra lace you can use the lace pocket or just tuck it into the side of your foot like i do. Great vid as always.
Solomon have one of the best hiking waterproof boots that I can wear casually all day while shopping groceries IMO.
I am a competitive shooter and Solomon are the perfect balance of traction and weight for quick sprints and stops found in a USPSA pistol match.
I've had a pair of x-ultra 4 shoes for about 7 years now, I barely wear my winter boots anymore because I just don't need them other than heavy snow. phenomenal shoes.
I love your videos. One suggestion is to ad metric subtitles to your test results so my viewers outside the US will understand without looking up a conversion. Consider it and keep making good videos. 🙏
Salomon 12.5 US mens is the reason for me, I can pull either boot or shoe from a box and do an easy 13-15 miles hiking without a worry or a problem so for me it's fitment. I haven't found any other mainstream brands that have the half size after a 12 for some reason, seems to me that's when they stop with half sizing US for the application. My next one is the sole gription and want more than 4mm for most and can find them but I do feel that a small sole grip lug size is planned obsolescence. While Salomon might have a larger parsed but larger lug size sole but it wears faster I'll prefer that cause that's more reliable while it's around.
The XT-6 is the last sneaker of Solomon I would get hahaha Speedcross, crosshike, Alpine S-Labs. The fashionable Salomon trend is funny. I like see it around town. Ppl more geared up than folks on the trail hahaha 💪🏽💙
Love the vid!
I recently purchase the
Adidas Terrex Free Hiker C.Rdy Hiking shoes ,
I would be really curious to see them on one of your test. A lot of different Adidas tech in are in this trail-running / hiking shoes.
B.t.w great vid, t y for this review
I’ve never heard someone say my name this many times in a video. Thank you 🥺
Not having Gore-Tex or some garbage lining in my trail runners is the reason I own them. My feet and socks out quite quickly from the heat of my feet and breathability of the shoes.
I like Salomon because are stupidly comfortable...for all!! Now I'm wearing the 4D forces and, man!!, this things are beasts
Bought a pair in 2009 and it's still standing. Solomons are awesome
Bought my first Solomon for trail running/hiking a year ago. My supercross has translated to everyday wear, overtaking the ultraboost. And I got it on sale plus discount for 35$
The lace reminds me of the type of lace that comes with the indestructible shoes. I had no heard of this brand before you video by the way.
I have a SK 90 somewhere in my garage. They were great. Good job thanks a lot. 190.00 take care.
I really like my goretex hiking boots from them. The sole last a really long time. I would walk around ten miles per day meter reading and they would last around one year.
My salomon speedcross runners are a Godsend in tough mudder races. worth every penny
I have a few pairs and they’re awesome. For a video note, the pocket on the tongue is for the excess in the lacing system. Otherwise good video.
No no no bro, Thank, You!
I'm tired of spending hundreds of dollars every year to sometimes be disappointed.
You sold me on the Redbacks, my work paid for them.. they r literally my everyday, my heritage Redwings r to the side, OG timberlands that I've been wearing since high school r put aside (not the same pair but style lol). When I step my feet can actually spread out and I'd never guess they r a work boot they r soo comfortable.
Is the audio way out of sync for anyone else?
Nice review... but as for the laces, you have a pocket on the tongue of the shoe where the acces string goes together with the plastic top of the lace. ;)
Great video as usual. You should look into Altra shoes as well. Specifically their Lone Peak line. The Altra Lone Peak are really popular for trail runners, backpackers, and thru hikers.
Solomon has a military contract with US special units. I bought a pair of the Quest 4ds while over seas and they were alot better climbing mountains and doing long movements under weight than my rocky s2v of around the same price point.
I was the footwear, nordic and inline skate warranty tech/internal product trainer for Salomon USA from 99-04. Makes me feel nostalgic for the old days. Also, the audio track for this is way out of snyc with the video unfortunately.
You should do skechers memory foam!!! They are pretty popular among the health care workers and I planned to buy ones, but I went to a store to try them on and I found them so unconfortable!!! No other channel have a review of them in half and I really want a honest review that I'm totally sure you would deliver!! (P.d.Sorry for the bad english)
My Salmons were great - comfortable, functional, and supportive. The only drawback was the relatively fast wearing of the soles, which flat-spotted on pressure areas. I'd still be wearing Salomons though, except that their shoe designs and colors became too flashy-looking.
Salomon has already been doing a lot of fashion related stuff past 5, or possibly even 7+ years. Not directly but through collaborations with designers. None of them are cheap, Soloist, and Boris Bidjan were prob their flagship collaborations.
I have no knowledge of this particular mode nor the company because I actually never wore them, but from reading some comments including yours, they seem to be built for rock climbing and bunch of people just happened to buy it for the looks.
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Regarding the attach string, you have to hide it under the label of the tong, there is place made for that purpose my friend
Dual density is not where you cut if into half. I had seen it sit at around arch area for both the firm and soft support, but it could locate at different places. Dont assume it's not dual density just because it's not where you cut it.
The front of the tongue usually has a pocket for the excess string when you tighten them.
Love my Ekster wallet!! If you ever make a leather cover for their metal wallets, I would totally buy it!
There is a small pocket on top of the tongue for the extra strap. P.s.: I used both BOA and Salomon lacing systems, IMO BOA is way easier to use but salomon solution is much smaller
On point analysis as always ! A bit overpriced for sure but on sale it’s a bargain and hell of a durable shoes
Great for running, great for hiking in tropics , great for swiming in monsoon in Thailand , same with TNF. Before have had Trekking Salomon boots for 6 years and there were great to .
Really fun content. Coming from a shoe snob -- have you considered reviewing any of the DIEMME boots??
Let me know when we are going to start cutting open ASICS shoes to see how much gel makes a difference especially in their old school models
I use my Salomon's for bicycle touring. They're comfortable, Gore-Tex and the sole grips well, plus they stay tight.
Salomon trail shoes are really special for running in land stones etc negative is the price but if you take an older model is cheaper and its slippery when it rains and you walk in the city! I believe they also have a model 70%-80% running in the asphalt and 30%-20% trail!