Customer Reviews Salomon Elixir Active GTX®
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52%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
40%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
4%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
0%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
4%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
78%"Felt true to size"
89%"Felt true to width"
89%"Moderate arch support"
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Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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My foot is now in the wide category of things, and I also wear a 10-10.5, which is a nightmare of a combination because hardly anyone makes 10.5s. I needed a waterproof sneakery type shoe for a 2 week trip to Europe for the Christmas Markets, and I remembered I had a pair of Salomon sneakers that I loved, so I'm very glad I checked to see if they made waterproof ones!
Pros: Lug on the bottom looks great for crappy winter weather. Waterproofing looks solid. Can use your own inserts easily. Wide toe box meant my foot was fine in this shoe vs. specifically a wide width shoe (I have bunions). Style is cool.
Cons: I got the 10 from Zappos initially and they were definitely snug. I had to order the 10.5 from Amazon, and it was a smidge bigger in the heel, but width was great (heel locking your laces helped a lot with any slipping). If you need a wider shoe, consider going up a half size.
In terms of color, I got the India Ink and some photos out there have it looking more shades of gray with no purple. Cool light it feels a hint more purple-ish, outside, it definitely feels more gray-ish.
Photos- inside with gray cat for comparison. Outside in full sunlight, and you can see a hint of lilac on the lug.
I'd also recommend:
Propet, Oboz
Nicole, Zappos Customer,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This shoe fit what I was looking for. It’s comfortable, but I might use another arch support in the shoe for further support. Wasn’t sure about sizes and 2 of these shoes. I think run somewhat larger in length especially. As always, I knew exactly where to purchase them which is through Zappo’s, great website to shop, great customer service and no problems with returns- ever! I’ve been a customer of Zappo’s for awhile and they never disappoint! Feel confident shopping, especially for good prices, great quality, large selection, etc…Thank you Zappo’s for continued great service!
I'd also recommend:
Merrell, Teva, Hoka, to name a few…
Valerie, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
Very comfortable after long walks and good traction on slippery stones. After reading reviews, I ordered my regular shoe size 7.5. Usually, in a running shoe I size up but decided not to and they fit perfect. There is plenty of room in the toe box and they hold my feet in place. Nice and sturdy.
Sharon O,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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They'd be perfect if they were just half a size smaller.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
Great hiking shoe. Lightweight. Good arch support.
JenB,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The shoes are stylish, well made . Good for walking, comfortable. I have another pair in another color.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Awesome comfort and support right out of the box. My Hokkas were not comfortable for me. Love my Salomon’s. Waterproof but breathable. Light weight, not bulky but so supportive! Love them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These make my feet look bigger than they have to, but they are so comfortable that I don't care :). The celadon color is great and they were on sale. My fifth pair of Salomons.
I'd also recommend:
Chaco, Keen, Clarks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
Really comfortable shoes right out of the box. Lots of cushioning under the foot and roomy toe box. Good for long hikes and walks.
Casual B,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
Salomon hiking shoes are always comfortable, great grip, sharp looking and last. i wear a 10
Paula,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Salomon’s are so comfy and ready to roll right out of the box.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love Salomon!!!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I wear an enormous ankle brace and basically take what I can get for shoes that it fits into. These are beyond amazing. Comfort, sizing and looks are out of this world.
Kathy,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
These shoes fit and were comfortable right away. On the first day I wore them, I was caught in a downpour and I had to walk through puddles, but my feet stayed dry.
Alicia,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
Wore these hiking through Ireland, kept my feet dry and comfortable. Offered a lot of support walking miles through the national park. Would recommend. Wide, run a little large I felt. Would have preferred a half size smaller but didnt have time before I left. Put inserts in to help with the sizing.
Gina14,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
Comfy hiking shoe! I got lucky and found these in Maine on a trip to Acadia. They are comfy and cute! First pair of Salomon's and I would definitely get another pair.
LauraFl,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
Have had the shoes for just about a month and have used them mostly for walks with the dogs in the PNW where we are entering the rainy season. Have had zero wet or cold toes. Also using for soccer practice on the wet turf and grass. Excellent. Now that we are in the rainy season I am wearing them almost every day.
Jasper22,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
as usual, sizing is erroneously off and off-putting--why the inconsistency with this company? Hassle to return for improper consistency.
Me O,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
BTW.. shoes are super comfortable. no need to break in. Kept my feet warm and dry.
I ordered these shoes and paid for overnight shipping. The website said they would arrive 2 days later because it was late in the day. Great. But they did not arrive 2 days later. So I found the shoes at a store about an hour away and went and bought them. Then I tried to cancel my order because it had not shipped. But they said I had to call back the next day. So I did. Right when they opened. But now they could not cancel because the shoes had now already shipped. They arrived after I left for my trip 3 days later. I asked for a refund for the overnight shipping. They said they would consider it. I have heard nothing for 5 weeks. I don't think I should have to pay the shipping cost for something that did not arrive in that time frame.
Maddyg,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
I walk a lot in the redwood forest near where I live and on the beach. These shoes fit my feet perfectly! I can tighten them up with the laces so that they dont slop around, and best of all they seem to have more padding on the bottom of my foot. Just great overall.
NatureGirl,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I measure a size 8.5 but 99% of the time I wear a size 9 in running/hiking shoes. Not this shoe. I will have to exchange for the 8.5 as the 9 is too long. They seem very comfortable and I like the light brown and neutral color. They could use a bit more padding in the forefoot. The heel is substantially supported.
Alicat7620,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
I bought these to take on a cruise to the UK. They are lightweight, comfortable, and have good traction for slippery rocks. I only wish the gray/white was more stylish as I'll be wearing them with everything. Sadly, they remind me of clown shoes. However, practicality is key, so I'll pretend they're my attractive, trusty X-Ultra boots back home. closet.
Wonderland,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Salomon
Hoping to hike all day in these and not have hurt feet
Hawaiisurfingdays,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Loved the look of the shoe but the shoe was too narrow for my foot. I usually have great luck Salomon shoes but this time they didn’t work.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at L.L. Bean
I bought a shoe with the Contagrip bottoms on a Gortex Solomon hiker for trip to Ireland. Fell twice in them as they do not grip wet hard surfaces like Vibram soles. Falling once on a total knee repair was no fun, but a second fall was murderous.
Candy,
0 found this review helpful.
