Salomon Men's Speedcross 5 GORE-TEX Trail Running Shoes

I do a lot of trail running and hiking, and after going through several pairs of shoes, I've finally found the Salomon Speedcross series to be the best. Over the last couple of years I've gone through several pairs and about 2000 miles and they've remained my preferred shoe. First and foremost, sizing is on point but these fit narrow compared to a lot of shoes, even the wide version doesn't truly feel "wide." If you have a large/wide foot, you may want to try a pair on before you buy. However, with that said, that narrow fit usually translates to stability due to how snug around your feet they fit. Additionally, the tread on the shoes translates to the best grip I've encountered on a trail shoe which leads to a lot of confidence on the trails and hills whether it be rocky, smooth, slippery, or wet. The insoles are comfortable but in wetter conditions they can potentially curl up when descending steep hills. Additionally, I deal with a lot of foot pain, so for that they tend to run a little thin. I typically just replace the included soles with thicker, thermomoldable ones, which in my case, have consistently been the Viktos brand "Ruck Recovery" insoles but there are plenty of other options out there as well. Speaking of the tread, it's pretty durable. Through mostly dry, hard packed, southern California terrain, I'll average about 400-600 miles (or usually 4-6 months) per pair. With that said, at around 400 miles the tread around the ball of foot is usually worn down enough to consider replacing them just for the sake of potential slipping down less than stable (hard-packed with grainy pebbles/rocks and loose dirt) terrain. Also worth noting, it's not recommended to use these on pavement or asphalt, the lifespan of the tread will go down significantly if you do. So keep that in mind if you're using these in mixed terrain environments that may include paved roads. All that aside, I've yet to find a better all-around trail shoe.

wore the Salomon Speedcross 5s during a Spartan Ultra, and they absolutely delivered. From steep, muddy climbs to rocky descents and everything in between — these shoes gripped like a mountain lion. No slips, no rolled ankles, no regrets. The aggressive lugs cut through mud and loose dirt like nothing else I’ve worn, and the Quicklace system stayed locked in the entire race — even through water obstacles and thick mud. Drainage was solid, and they never felt waterlogged or heavy. My feet stayed secure, supported, and blister-free for over 30 miles of punishment. Comfort-wise, they’ve got the right blend of cushion and structure. Enough responsiveness for running and just enough give to not destroy your feet by mile 20. They fit true to size and molded perfectly to my feet by race day. If you’re tackling obstacle course races, trail ultras, or just want a rugged, reliable shoe that’s built for chaos — the Speedcross 5 is worth every penny.

Without a doubt or the least exaggeration, these are the best shoes I've ever owned. Update: It's been months now and these are still the best shoes I have ever owned. Downside: The Insoles for mine were faulty. The left insole is fine. The right insole must have come "wrinkled" because it is absolutely painful to walk on. It is also very obviously wrinkled. This isn't a problem when they are dry. You'd just notice some texturing. When wet, however, it is another matter. Salomon. Please sell the insoles! It is a real issue. Update II: I decided to do a serious test to see just what is up with these insoles. Here's the test: 1. I walk 0.3 miles. 2. The elevation change is a mild 128 feet. 39.0144 meters. 3. I repeat this walk up and then down 5 times. 4. The walk is a total of roughly 600 steps. 5. The heat is 91 F in the shade ( 32 C) and 110 F (43.3 C) sustained exposure to the sunlight. 6. It's anywhere between 55% humidity to 63% humidity without any further deviation for weeks now. Results: After 1.2 miles (1.931) kilometers the "wrinkle" gets wet from sweat and/or rain and the insole deforms at the arch of the foot nearest the ball and big toe. - this is consistent after 3 days of testing. The insole without the wrinkle produces no issues. Walking with the insoles is possible so long as the climate remains dry and the humidity very low. In other words, the issue wouldn't likely exist in a climate like Arizona, but would be a real problem in a tropical or temperate region where the humidity is consistently higher. I am, unfortunately, in such a climate. Walking without the insoles is also possible, but so far as I have found REPLACING THEM is not possible. If there is a way to do this Salomon has gone out of their way to mask it with a fanciful website full of pretty images that never gets to the point... "want insole, buy where?". Thank you. In all else, the shoes are very good. The arch support is simply the best. I've tried most of the less expensive brands up to Keens. Keens make good sandals, but I wouldn't even call their other shoes footware compared to these. Another thing with the insole... you can walk without it, but don't try replacing it other insoles. It doesn't work. These shoes are designed to support your feet, not have your feet supported. It's a very big difference in functionality. If you want to experience a lot of unnecessary pain and anguish though, do try other insoles. I speak from experience. I've about about 14 different kinds trying to replace these so far. The pain is exquisite, but none of them work like the ortholite. It's really irritating... perfect shoe... minor issue... but no solution. :/ If it's any consolation I love the shoes so much I bought a second pair as I'm sure I'll burn through these eventually and it takes quite awhile to actually get a pair once you order.

Perfect fit, great trail runners. Lugs give great traction and stability on typical trails in the US with mud, rocks and roots. While the sole is stiff it is still a little pliant that you do occasionally feel jagged/pointy rocks underfoot.The slightly pliant part however helps with the flex needed for running vs a pure hiking shoe. The front is well protected with toe guards. I went with the non gore tex version this time as it didn't seem to matter much with my previous goretex version as far as staying dry was concerned. These are low ankle shoes so if you splash in a puddle or run in the rain the goretex will not prevent water from seeping in anyway. These seem to breathe slightly better vs the Gtx version. Fairly lightweight although there are lighter trail shoes out there. Heel toe drop is higher at 10 mm, works for me but may be an issue for some folks. Love the quick lace system that tucks into the pocket in the tongue of the shoe. For some reason shipment took time over 20 days since this was shipped all the way from Japan. Not sure the wide format is widely available (pun intended) but would definitely recommend upsizing at least by 1 size on the regular as with any running shoe, as these tend to be very narrow. I saw a few reviews saying the lugs wore out too fast ... quite perplexed ....maybe they were wearing on road/concrete duh!. All I can say is I have over 350 miles of trail running on my previous Salomon Speed Cross Gtx 5 and the lugs still look like they are new with little/no signs of wear . If you are a regular trail runner, these are great shoes to work out in. Enjoy !!

Okay--the good: These have a great arch in them that really relieves my plantar fasciitis. For most of you that's not an issue and thanks to this shoe, it will likely not be with me. Second--very comfortable overall, besides the wonderful arch support. Third--very grippy. Great for hiking, great for biking. Finally--very stylish. I didn't buy them for that reason, but I got a lot of complements on them. Now, the issues: First, I needed a half size larger than usual. Not a big deal and in fact I've learned with shoes to expect that. I often have to go back and get a half size up or down. Second--and this was almost a deal-breaker--there was some poor construction next to the top eyelet on the right side near the toe. It seems that the heavy duty fabric which is used to support the draw cord (which acts as a shoestring) was not properly trimmed on the inside of the shoe. After a few hours it was downright painful, and I'm glad I figured it out before I went on a long hike. Getting it trimmed was extremely difficult due to the way the shoe is constructed. I finally got it clipped with a pair of small wire cutters and about 3 snips. The amount irritating was no more than 1/4" but it was protruding out from under the tongue (not so on the left foot) and well anyway, all is well now!~

EDIT/UPDATE: I've gone on about 5 hikes now with my replacement shoes, and I can confirm that these seem to be holding up great. The separation on the other pair was hopefully an anomaly and hopefully no one else experiences this. That being said, I love everything about the shoes, so raising my rating up to a 5! Highly recommend! I wanted to hold off to rate my shoes until I've used them a few times hiking. I want to note that i'm more of a day hiker, and stick to 1-3 hour hikes total (sometimes longer). I am NOT a runner. I've taken these bad boys out 3 times now, and I absolutely LOVE them! Very comfortable, they fit perfectly (i'm a wide foot, and got my size in a wide and they fit true), and when i'm on the trail they have incredible grip to go up and down steep inclines. The ONLY letdown for me was part of the shoe is separating from itself near the toe of the top right shoe (see pictures). This seems to be simple glue there, but with only 3 times of use I felt that just wasn't acceptable for the price you pay for these. The good news is, I reported it to Amazon and they are sending me out a new pair. I will try to do a follow up with you all once I test those out for a bit. I'm hoping it's just an anomaly. If the nest pair doesn't do that, I will update to a 5 star for sure. I do still highly recommend these shoes, and I also loved them so much i got another pair for my stepson! If you are in the market for some hiking / running shoes for the trail, these are a no-brainier!

The Salomon Speed Cross 5s have been my go-to trail running shoes for the past few years. This is my 5th pair of them but the first that I’ve ordered through Amazon. The sizing is consistent, I’m a 10.5-11 (US) and the 10.5 fits me perfectly. The shoes are very comfortable and provide good support and cushion for both on and off road running. The stand out feature is the aggressive tread which provides great traction on mud, snow, loose gravel, scree and grass. While still being comfortable on pavement. I’ve worn them on strenuous hikes (as mountaineering approach shoes) and on many long trail runs. They usually last me 4-6 months of regular use before the tread wears flat under the balls of my feet and I retire them. I’ve also owned the GTX (goretex) version and that was nice but not really worth the extra cost IMO. The worn out shoes in the photos are about 5 months old and ready to be retired. I’m not sure exactly but I probably got about 300 miles out of them. be aware that running on pavement wears them out noticeably faster, regardless I can’t recommend them highly enough! I really hope that Salomon will keep them in the lineup, part of me wants to stockpile extra pairs in case they get cancelled. They’re THAT GOOD!

So first of all, these shoes are great. I survived an 11 mile hike going counterclockwise up Old Rag in Virginia... in the RAIN!!! I was able to get through the boulder scramble in the wet with ease, and only ever lost traction in the most precarious of situations. They also destroyed the downhill mud slope. The lugs dug into the mud, allowing me to skip, run, and jump down the slope that wiped out countless others that day. They fit pretty well, and we’re pretty comfortable. So like I said, perfect, until the insoles that came with the shoes detached from the shoe and bunched up around my toes. I would take them off to readjust but during the downhill portion, they kept bunching up after a couple hundred feet. I eventually had to remove the soles because they were cutting up my big toes. Without the insoles, they were slightly less comfortable. If this didn’t happen, then they would have been a solid 10/10. But since I’m being picky, really a 9.8/10. Good: Comfortable Capable Great at dealing with mud and wet rocks Bad: The insoles detaching on the downhill portion They aren’t the prettiest I did not know where to put the string once I tightened them. (I am 100% willing to remove this “bad” if I just missed something but the tiny loop on the tongue of the shoe was not ideal) Wishlist: Better place to attach the string once you tighten it Wish they were waterproof Wish they looked better Wish the insoles didn’t come off Overall, I do highly recommend!

Excelente producto. Ajuste exacto al número solicitado, si tienes algún otro producto y ya conoces tu número, seguirá siendo el mismo

Nur für schmale Füße. Unbedingt eine Größe größer bestellen.

tout d'abord, j'ai commandé ces baskets car je cherchais des baskets de qualité. En effet, il faut prendre une pointure de plus que sa pointure et elles sont pour un pied très fin. C'est mon cas, donc jusque là tout va bien. Par contre, récemment suite à des douleurs dans les hanches et dans les jambes j'ai arrêté de les porter et j'ai moins de douleurs. Je pense que ces baskets ne sont pas adaptées à tous.

Le compro le consumo e le ricompro, eccezionali.

Fuertes y con buen agarre. Cómodas para correr por el monte.