Customer Reviews Salomon Outline GTX
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80%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
86%"Moderate arch support"
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After trying on about 25 pairs of hiking shoes, these were the perfect ones. Lightweight and with enough cushion on the step because many hiking shoes are too heavy and have a hard sole. They have gortex protection for waterproof yet are not too stiff. Also they are femine looking??
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have narrow feet, so was delighted that these fit perfectly right out of the box. I had intended to wear them for mountain trail hiking on the island of Yakushima and other parts of Kyushu (Japan) where it rains often. Then I was going to switch to a city shoe for sightseeing. Turns out the stylish city shoes didn't fit (Dansko Vaughns, if you must know), so I wore my Salomon Outline GTXs everywhere for the 25 day trip. I was expecting the waterproof Goretex to make my feet overheat in hot weather, but that wasn't an issue at all. And they sure are waterproof, as tested on multiple flooded trails, in the rain, and unfortunately, once when I slipped off a rock and landed in knee-deep water. I poured the water out and kept going, and after a few hours on a Japanese shoe dryer, they were back in service the next day. Now they've become my everyday shoe - so comfortable and great performance for walking on nearly all surfaces where moderate arch support is enough. Oh - and I get a lot of compliments on the "ninja" (black) model styling!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great shoe, very comfortable! I was visiting Colorado and needed a pair of shoes to wear on some hikes we were going to do. I tried these on in a store in my usual size 9. They didn't have a 9.5 for me to try as a comparison so I bought a couple pairs of thin socks and wore the size 9 shoes out of the store. I wore them the rest of the trip and never developed any blisters or sore spots despite all day hiking and city walking. However, I live in the PNW and knew there would be times I would want to wear heavier socks and the 9's were too small for that. I ordered a second pair from Zappos in a 9.5 and like the first pair, I was able to wear them out of the box, all day without any problems. I wouldn't say these run narrow but if you have a wide foot these might not work for you, the toe box is not terribly roomy.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I was able to wear these shoes right out of the box without any break-in time. I put them on and took my dogs for a walk in the neighborhood and then walked around a Farmers Market. A few days later, I wore them while hiking some trails in Colorado. They were extremely comfortable. They were cushioned like a running shoe with the sturdiness of a hiking shoe. I wore a bit of a padded sock when hiking, which added to their comfort without sacrificing the sizing. I highly recommend this shoe for anyone who is looking for a comfortable, cushioned, stable walking/hiking shoe. They also kept my feet dry when walking and hiking in the rain as well as kept my feet relatively cool in the heat.
Tammie, Zappos Customer,
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After trying on about 10 pairs of hiking shoes (no luck with merrel, keen, teva) - I was thrilled with the fit of these! I have normal width feet with a bunion on my left foot. I need good arch support. These are snug enough around the heal, but there was room in the toe box. The laces work great and I was able to comfortably wear the shoes with both thin socks and some thicker ones for cold weather. The shoes required no break-in time, I did a 3 mile hike minutes after putting them on with no issues! They were equally comfortable to wear while just walking the dog. While I have not stepped in a puddle, it did rain and my feet were completely dry. I was comfortable on an 80F day as well as a 50F evening. I chose the shadow/urban chic color primarily because it was on sale and in my size, and it looks great with both jeans and hiking pants.
I'd also recommend:
Alegria
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have very narrow feet and no one makes narrow goretex shoes but Solomon's have a narrow last. I used to have beefier Solomon shows that were a bit deep on my ankle. These are light and lower profile but still very much a trail shoe. Dark color is warm in the sun but I like the overall look.
Amy, Zappos Customer,
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Comfy and not too heavy. But, the blue is very bright - too bright for my tastes.
CM, Zappos Customer,
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I needed something for walking that would also be good during wet weather with fall coming. I ordered my usual size of 12M and crossed my fingers because my loooong second toe makes some 12's too short for me.
These shoes fit the bill (and my feet) perfectly.They are supportive without being stiff. They cradle my foot and my ankle. I've worn them in rain and wet grass but no moisture got through. My walks are usually on pavement and in grassy fields.
Now I should mention that I removed the original insole and put in a Pinnacle Plus insole so to be fair, maybe that accounts for the extra comfort of this shoe. (Those babies run about $35 and are worth every penny if you are prone to foot pain.)
These shoes are comfortable out of the box. I even love the shoe laces...they stay tied, are the right length (why are some laces so crazy long?), and are even cute.
I would purchase this shoe again in a heartbeat. Thinking of getting a pair just for work.
Kim, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon Sports
I love these shoes so much that I'm leaving a review, which I rarely do. These feel like they were made for me. They are so comfortable. I love the snug fit with lots of cushion. These are flexible and didn't need to be broken in at all! I never got a blister. 10 miles a day was my max in these but I'm sure I could have gone farther and been fine. They worked great for hiking in the rain and wearing around town on rainy days. They fit like a comfy sneaker, not a stiff hiker. My feet were always dry! They lasted for a long time, great quality. I want another pair. I tried getting the Outline for the summer, but it's not as comfortable as the outline Gore-Tex. Outline has less cushion, ran bigger by a 1/2 size and felt stiff and generic in comparison to the Gore-Tex. I prefer wearing the Outline Gore-Tex year round, even in the desert, because for me, they didn't feel any warmer than without the Gore-Tex.
I'm 5'5, 135 lbs., slim feet, have significant pronation, neuromas (exposed nerves at the front ball of feet near center toes) on both feet and wear a size 7 or 37 euro. This shoe feels true to size, gave me enough support and wonderful cushion protection so I never felt any nerve pain. I highly recommend these shoes! :)
Sunny H,
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Well made shoe but my heel slipped out when I walked.
Avid, Zappos Customer,
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Really weird color green - not guacamole. Didn't even try it on - couldn't stand the color
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Wow. Can a shoe really be this comfortable? We are moving to a wooded area with hiking trails. I ordered these in advance. They are so comfortable I could wear them to bed... A little narrow at first feel-- these hiking shoes could be worn without breaking in. The design is just that good. I've got back issues. Tried these shoes on and it changed my stance. It was like my lower back let go and cracked in a good way. Can't say enough good about these shoes. Follow the reviews on this one. I did. Absolutely pleased.
Lisa, Zappos Customer,
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P.S. to my previous review: to the women reviewers who found this product too narrow, have you tried on the men's version in your equivalent shoe size?
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I thought the photos of the shoes looked more gray than green/aqua/teal, so I returned them after they arrived and they were less of a neutral tone than I expected. But overall looked to be well made and had the grip and support I was looking for.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This is a well made shoe with good cushioning. It had good heel support for my narrow heel and a good toe box.
The only thing I did not like was the type of traction on the sole. I could feel it through the shoe which made my foot with a neuroma uncomfortable.
I do like this brand and will try other models.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I like Salomons. There hold up to my 3-5 daily pavement walks in NYC. However this shoes were somewhat flat, slipped a bit in the heel and lacked the level of arch support that I needed. Need a shoe with better support and fit.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon Sports
The shoes are very comfortable and you can walk for hours without any discomfort at all. The only down side is that the grip is awful on wet surfaces! it does make you fall if you not careful so they are great for dry weather but never wear them on wet days.
Maat,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon Sports
Buty mam ju jaki czas, miaam okazj testowa je na szlakach w Karkonoszach, jak i na rznych trasach w trakcie tropienia z psami, zdarza si e tropimy w lesie i w miecie. Na kadym podou buty sobie doskonale radz, zwaszcza w dni kiedy nie jestemy w stanie przewidzie czy w trakcie kilkugodzinnego wyjcia nie zapie nas deszcz.
Marta91,
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I liked these shoes but my feet are wide and the toe box is shallow. So when I had socks that were a tiny bit bulky, there just wasn't enough room for my toes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I had such high hopes for this shoe, but sadly had to return. I loved that it was goretex to keep my feet dry. I loved the bright, cheery color and how they looked on my feet. I have always ordered up a full size in athletic shoes and boots, but as other reviewers said, these run big. Next I tried a half size bigger than my normal size, but these were also big enough that I was walking out of them. I ordered my measured size, but these felt small. Goretex is stiff initially so I kept them on for a bit to see if they would loosen up. I realized it is the toe box that is tight. They also did not feel at all cushy on the bottom.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have very sensitive feet, and long (size 12, womens). These seemed like a fit for hiking trails, but who can tell until walking 5 miles? I wore them on a day when i was walking almost all day, 8.5 miles. I was almost crippled by foot soreness (muscle pain particularly) the next day. I wonder if the last is actually a men's last. This dilemma has stalked me my entire life. So, I have rather expensive Goodwill donations. The search goes on.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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They were a little too short. Also, you didn’t send the shoe I ordered. I’m going to return them and try a men’s hiking shoe.
Lisa, Zappos Customer,
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I love these! I wear them all the time when I want to go for a long walk somewhere - running errands, hiking, even at the museum. This have replaced my day to day sneakers and they've been stellar in puddles/rain/snow. Very happy. So lightweight and durable!
LB, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes are amazing- comfortable - look nice and they are truly waterproof. I wore them today while pressure washing my stone walkway - I got gravel and sand all over my feet and pants. I used the pressure washer to clean my shoes off while wearing them - went up and down the shoe laces etc. i did that several times and my socks were still bone dry when I took off my shoes. Love them!
Christine, Zappos Customer,
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Was looking for a new brand of shoes after Keens and Merrells quality/ style took a nose dive. I am very happy with these shoes for the price! They are true to size. Initially they felt a little snug but after a walk they were the perfect fit. The laces allow for a secure fit without feeling too tight. I love them so much I bought another pair in a different color. Awesome blend of hiking shoe/ tennis shoe. Stylish and outdoorsy!!!
I'd also recommend:
Chaco
Ashley, Zappos Customer,
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