Customer Reviews Salomon XA Pro 3D V8

Definitely feel like the run big/long. I ordered my usual Salomon size and they are long through the toe. That being said, they feel pretty good as they break in. Much less aggressive lugs than Speedcross.

These are my second pair of Salomon XA Pro 3D shoes. I’ve put a couple hundred miles on my first pair over the last two years and although they’re still holding out quite well, I have a hiking trip planned for June and wanted to break in a new pair prior to my trip. I like the arch support they provide, but I also use over the counter inserts on the recommendation of my doctor. For me, these shoes absorb downhill impact quite well and have great traction for hiking rocky-ish (nothing too extreme) trails. I appreciate the roomy toe box and wouldn’t mind a slightly snugger fit around the heel but overall the fit is very good for me. The shoelace grip is a little stickier on this pair than my first and does not slide as easily, but appears to be working just fine so far (China vs Vietnam). I do wish there was a greater color selection available but realize that might be a supply chain issue. Overall, I’m incredibly happy with this shoe!

I'm normally an 8.5. My last pair of solomons X-Mission 3 Trail Running Shoes were a size 9 (I ordered up based on other reviews) and fit well with a little space at the toe. This pair had about an inch of space at the toe. Perhaps Solomon used to run small now overcorrected to be huge? Will probably re-order but not sure if I should get my normal 8.5 or go even smaller since these were so big.

Bought these first in my regular size hiking shoe size and they were huge! Exchanged them for a half size smaller and they were perfect. Took them out for their first jaunt on a 6+ mile hike and I have so say they were perfect. No blisters, feet didn’t ache and excellent traction.

These shoes would have been alright but I have experienced loosening of the laces on my trail running Salomon shoes so I wish to try a different pair of Salomon lace up hikers.

I often purchase Salomon shoes. They fit me well. Good support. This one was just too bright in color for me. I thought Aqua would be more subdued.

This shoe fit. Good room in the mid-toe box and decent support. My problem is when I add my orthodic insole, my heel kept slipping up/down within the shoe when I walked. Sadly I am returning them. If you don't need orthodic insoles you probably wont' have this issue.

I really wanted to love these shoes to replaced my old Solomon’s but the inside outer seams cuts into my little toe. Sharp looking shoe with toggle closure and very light weight.

The fit was good. I liked the shoe, but even in the first few steps I was aware that the extension of the sole on the heel changed my step and would result is issues down the road, so to speak. Wish they were didn't have that.

This model of XA PRO 3D felt true to size (unlike a former pair which I ended up donating because they were shorter). I have worn Salomons for over 10 years now and have always loved this model. Until now. I don't know what changes they've made to materials, possibly to try to make the shoe lighter weight, but it detracts from the former comfort level and feel of molded flexibility that this model formerly had. The material also has a cheaper, scratchier feel to it if I can describe it that way. Also, the tongues are very "stuffed" now whereas one of the PROs of the former models were that the tongue was not stuffed, but was thin and integrated. At the top of the lace-up near the tongue, the shoe also has the look of spreading apart - making my foot look too big for the shoe. I have higher arches which the former shoes accomodated perfectly. If I could purchase the former versions for that perfect fit and the best materials on the shoe that I came to love and would not buy any other trail shoe, I would be so happy.

Overall they are a little too big even though I buy this brand and size often. Disappointing shoe.

At first I really liked these shoes but after wearing them for two days, as they softened a little, the tongue on both shoes was so long it began rubbing against the front of my ankle, actually wearing away the skin. They fit well otherwise and offer a lot of support, so I am sad to send them back, but obviously they aren't going to work.

I have an old pair of Salomons that I really like but they need to be replaced. These were very well made and had a hip look but this was a little to much shoe for me. I do run and I think these would be great for that purpose.

I have worn Salomon shoes for years. This style if a bit higher at the ankle than my previous shoes. Caused the tongue to cut into the front of my ankle and overall discomfort for my feet.

The toe box was much larger than in the shoe that’s over a year old. Same size, too. Merrell, what gives??