Customer Reviews Salomon Speedcross 5

Instant love when I put them on. Wow, I just had to go for a run right away. These shoes fit so well and put a spring in my step. I got these to wear in my first Rugged Maniac race. I'm going to feel awful when they get all muddy but I believe I'll get over it when the incredible traction saves me.

Fits like a glove…REALLY! I am a novice runner, 15 to 20 miles of trail running a week. I only run trails because of back and knee issues or the joy of being in your 60s?. I had a couple of bouts with planter fasciitis and have been searching for more arch support for running (All my daily wear shoes are Oboz). I’ve tried lots of brands from Hokas (way to soft. Like running with pilllows on my feet, making my feet numb) to Merrel’s Agility series (great feel and agility but not enough support) and finally the Merrel MQM Flex, which was quite good with more support and cushion. Then I tried the Solomon Speedcross 5. All I can see is WOW!! Totally support and comfort beyond anything I’ve experienced. I even ran in the rain and my feet didn’t get wet. Just slide your foot in you’ll understand what I mean. The heel is a bit high for me, and before I took them for a run I thought it would give me less control, like the Hoka Speed Goats did, but it was a non issue. My heel is snug and I feel in control like I did in the Merrels. I not a fan of speed laces in general, but so far so good. I am so glad I tried these Speed Cross 5s!

I hike in the mountains so I need a shoe that doesn't rub or crowd my toes, whether I'm going uphill or down. Also, I need a shoe that will grip well on loose rock and dry soil. This shoe does well on my hikes because the toe box is wide enough to prevent toe rubbing, the shoe is narrow enough to prevent my feet from shifting and then crowding the front of the shoe when going downhill, and the knobby sole grips well. I'm also picky about stitching on the top of a shoe, I don't want to feel it or get rubbed by it, and the stitching on this shoe is almost unnoticeable.

I'd read from other retailers that these shoes run large, but my usual 10 was a perfect fit. Shoes are very comfortable right out of the box. The cleats are aggressive, but great traction on soft, loose terrain. Magnet (grey) look good. They're so comfortable I'd wear them everywhere, but for the cleats being so long. They are a bit heavy for running, but think of them as lightweight boots & enjoy.

I bought these for my husband. Salomon shoes are his favorite. He wears them for work, as he’s on his feet all day and wanted something comfortable and supportive, yet stylish. He does use his own insoles, which fit nicely in the shoe.

Great

This is the epitome of aggressive trail shoes. I've run most brands, and this one is by far the best. It's a great OCR shoe. The traction is unreal, except on very smooth rock surfaces with a bit of a wet mud coating. Comfort, protection and durability are fabulous. Hope Salomon continues this line forever!

I have wide feet. Salomon is very proud of (finally) making a wide fit shoe that these have tags on the tongues as well as nice lettering on the side so that you know you have a pair of the Speed Cross 5 Wide shoes. The fit is tight, not really wide - more like a half wide but the material has give to it so that the shoes feel great on my feet. If I'm sitting for a while I forget I'm even wearing shoes, they feel like a pair of socks. Walking the neighborhood they are very comfortable. I've not hiked in them yet, but I expect them to perform very well. Next time I will get the waterproof version - dry trails don't exist here.