Customer Reviews Salomon Speedcross 5

These were a bit of a disappointment. I have had SpeedCross models in the past and really liked them for off-pavement walking in Florida, where there is often dew and water on the trail. This newer SpeedCross model has been redesigned and I don't like some of the features. The speed-lacing area is much wider than in previous models, so I can't seem to get the laces tight enough. In addition, the shoe is a bit larger and wider in the toe box than in the previous model (of the same size), so that adds to the problem of not being able to get the laces tight enough over the toes. The re-design also includes a higher heel counter combined with a tighter tongue setting, so it is almost impossible to slip your foot into the shoe without a shoehorn. In addition, the soles seem more rigid, which might be fine for the longevity of the soles, but after walking at least 30 miles in these shoes, they are still making a "pa-wok pa-wok" noise with every single step, which I assume is from the stiffer soles. The stiffer soles are also not as comfortable as in the previous models. In the plus column, the waterproofing on this re-designed model is better than the waterproofing on the older models, so that is a plus for keeping my feet somewhat dry in Florida conditions (altho my feet still get moist, they don't get sopping wet). Not sure I would recommend this model to anyone who loves their older SpeedCross models.

My original pair of Speedcross 5 shoes were purchased from REI. I LOVED them. I ran on pavement, dirt, gravel, rugged trails. I even wore them as casual sneakers. They lasted for 6 years until they finally wore out, and even then, I hated to get rid of them. When I decided to get another pair, REI was sold out in my size, so I ordered this pair from Zappos in March 2021. I have worn them casually, walking my old tiny dog on .5 mile easy pavement walks, and to mow my lawn. December 2021, 9 months later, the soles have worn completely down and have no traction at all at the heel and ball of foot. I don’t know if it’s just a manufacturer defect or if different pairs are made for different sellers, but I’m extremely disappointed in these $130 shoes. They’re essentially house slippers now. Very unhappy.

This shoe ran much bigger than my regular Salomon size...and, it was also quite narrow in the forefoot. I returned.

I felt these shoes were much larger than my old Salomons, albeit a different model. I tried a smaller size, but, did not care for the narrow fit, either. My forefoot felt cramped. So, thank goodness for Zappos' easy return policy on this one!

Even though I ordered these in a wide (I am normally a medium) they were still too narrow in the toe box, I didn't used to have this problem with any of my 30 years purchasing Salomon sneakers, so back they go :(