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Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's
$120.00
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Ideal for off-road adventure racing, Salomon Speedcross 2 shoes offer cushioning and traction on muddy single track, dusty roads and snow fields.
- Nylon mesh uppers with synthetic leather overlays are light, flexible, quick drying and highly breathable
- Light, fast and strong, Quicklace™ lacing system ensures a secure and customized fit; just pull, lock the toggle and go
- Sensifit™ design envelops and cradles feet for a precise fit that minimizes foot slippage inside shoe
- Protective toe caps resist abrasion to uppers and keep toes safe from bumps; lace pockets on tongues store laces safely out of the way
- Quick-drying nylon linings enhance comfort and wick moisture away from feet
- Removable Ortholite® footbeds enhance comfort by adding shock absorption; antimicrobial treatment deters odors
- Salomon Cushioning System running midsole system's dual-density EVA padding gives superb cushioning through entire gait
- Nylon forefoot plates stabilize and protect feet on uneven terrain
- Winter Contagrip® rubber outsoles with multidirectional lugs and sticky rubber supply superior traction on snow, slush and ice
- Reflective hits throughout increase visibility in low light
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Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's Specs
Specification | Description |
| Style | Trail-running |
| Cut | Low |
| Waterproof | No |
| Upper | Nylon mesh |
| Lining | Nylon |
| Midsole | EVA |
| Support | Nylon plate |
| Outsole | Rubber |
| Running shoe type | Trail |
| Average weight | 22 ounces |
| Average weight - metric | 0.62 kilograms |
| Gender | Men's |
Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable/no break-in (7)
- Stabilizes foot (7)
- Great traction (6)
- Shock-absorbent (6)
- Arch support (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Mixed terrain (9)
- Muddy conditions (6)
- Rocky/unstable terrain (6)
- Grass (4)
- All weather conditions (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Competitive athlete (6), Trail jogger (4)
Reviewed by 11 customers
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Pros
- Arch Support
- Comfortable/No Break-In
- Durable
- Great Traction
- Shock-Absorbent
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
Best Uses
- All Weather Conditions
- Mixed Terrain
- Muddy Conditions
- Rocky/Unstable Terrain
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
Comments:The SPEED CROSS 2 In a word....AMAZING! Trust me you will not find a shoe better for running trails that humans have no business running on. If you run trails that are well maintained then this is not the shoe you were looking for. Salomon makes many shoes for that kind of trail, but if your idea of trail running is something of a suicidal nature then look no farther. This shoe is made to fit kinda like a climbing shoe. many people have said go a size bigger, but this is a mistake. If you don't want the shoe ripped from your foot you had better get your size. You see the tread is so so good that once you plant your foot it will not slide at all and with a looser fit it might just come off! It's true what they say.. "A ninja could not ask for a better shoe!" Feelings wile running in this piece of art: As you start up your first hill bouncing off of rocks and boulders the shoes scream at you, "Faster Fatty!" making you feel like less of a man and out of shape. On your first decline as you fly down the trail heart rate out of control, eyes tearing up from the wind, and using all of your senses to not trip off the next switchback, in a moment airborne silece the shoes wisper.......faster......
Service and delivery comments:
All good.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Arch Support
- Comfortable/No Break-In
- Great Traction
- Shock-Absorbent
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
- Hot
Best Uses
- Mixed Terrain
- Muddy Conditions
- Rocky/Unstable Terrain
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
I recently convinced my wife to buy these for me as a happy early birthday present and they are amazing. Typical salomon shoe plus intense traction. I took a brief hike on steep and loose rock/shale/volcanic basalt and felt like I had cleats on. Everyone else was trying not to slip while I was trying to find a situation for them to loose any traction (didn't happen).
Only two cons- the shoe is a tight, comfortable fit but I would recomend using a thin sock. Regular cotton makes them cramped and hot. I have one other concern- where the rubber meets the shoe. It doesn't have the typical connection and looks like it may seperate over time. Oh well, if the sole outlast the linning like my last pair I'll be more than happy.
- Gift:
- Yes
Pros
- Arch Support
- Breathable
- Comfortable/No Break-In
- Dries Quickly
- Durable
- Great Traction
- Shock-Absorbent
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
Best Uses
- All Weather Conditions
- Grass
- Jungle Streams
- Mixed Terrain
- Muddy Conditions
- Paved Trails
- Rocky/Unstable Terrain
- Swamp
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
I am a professional adventure racer. In preperation for the upcoming Guam Extreme Adventure Race(GEAR) I have logged around 500 miles on these shoes in the last month. It is undeniable the durability of these shoes, scrambling up 300ft mud sloaps, slogging through boar wallows and swamps, rock hopping on slippery coral rocks up jungle streams and rivers, or running the razor sharp coral coastline these shoes have never torn, ripped, or even lost a lug.
The traction is second to none, the afore mentioned slippery mud and ice like coral river rocks were no challenge for these shoes. These shoes have two velociraptor like lugs that stick almost straight out of the toe, amazing. With these you are able to claw your way up almost anything. These shoes stick to rocks almost as good as my rock climbing shoes.
Recently during the last race of the GEAR sprint series I was on my way up Mt. Lam Lam and passed anouther racer on trail. He commented, "Nice shoes, I have the same kind. I wish I could only push them to thier potential."
That comment came from a very seasoned adventure racer.
The lightness, durability, traction, and right out of the box comfort leads me to beleive this is the best pair of shoes for trail running, that can take a beating and keep on beating back.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable/No Break-In
- Dries Quickly
- Durable
- Great Traction
- Shock-Absorbent
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
- Not Water Resistant
Best Uses
- Grass
- Mixed Terrain
- Rocky/Unstable Terrain
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
Great shoe overall. Excellent fit if not a wee snug and well put together. Stands up to tough abuse on the trail. Gnarly tread that grips strong but won't hold excess mud and dirt thanks to correct lug spacing. The lacing system is brilliant. As one reviewer must have missed, there is a clever pocket in the tongue that holds the excess laces and lock. Dries quick after wet and insulated pretty well against snow. Use [$] coupon and this is a steal. I was loyal to Vasque trailrunners, but this shoe broke the streak.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
As a meter reader who runs, I need a superlight shoe that will allow me to perform at high speeds in conditions ranging from snow/ice to summer heat; transition from grass to concrete, wet or dry; grip any surface whether trees or retaining walls; move up and down hills; start and stop on a dime and remain comfortable all day (8-10 hrs). I have been using Salomon shoes for years (b/c they're THE BEST) but never could I have envisioned a shoe allowing me abilities to perform at levels surpassing my highest expectations. If you lamented the passing of the XA Pro 2, check these out. This shoe is PERFECT. Lace it up and realize its ability to push you beyond your limits. If a ninja designed a pair of shoes it would be the Speedcross 2. I only hope Salomon continues to produce this shoe until the end of time because performance cannot be maximized without it.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Traction
- Low Friction collar
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
Best Uses
- Mixed Terrain
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
There are a couple reviews before this that I feel does this shoe injustice. One review said that the outside of the shoe broke down faster than the inside. This is not the case, there is dual-density foam in the shoe used to correct over pronation in a runners stride. If it were not harder denser midsole on the inside, the shoes would have no purpose for over pronators. Also, generally if you tuck the strings in with the sensifit tightener, they won't come loose. I really like the look of this shoe, the feel is good too, but Salomon is owned by adidas, so the shoes arch feels like a pair of Adidas.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
Pros
- Comfortable/No Break-In
Cons
- Very Tight Toe-box
Best Uses
- Mixed Terrain
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
This is a great shoe for the right person but not for me. On the plus side, the shoes required no break-in period and performed as a great trail runner and fast hiker. On the other hand, the toe-box was very cramped especially when going down hill and my feet are not particularly wide. If you have skinny long feet this is a great shoe. Salomon please this shoe in a wide version or increase the width of the toe-box.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Arch Support
- Breathable
- Comfortable/No Break-In
- Dries Quickly
- Durable
- Great Traction
- Shock-Absorbent
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
- Lacing system doesn't ho
- Too narrow
Best Uses
- Grass
- Mixed Terrain
- Muddy Conditions
- Rocky/Unstable Terrain
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
If Solomon would add width options to this shoe it would be bar none the best trail running shoe out there! I have used it for a year running some nasty trails on the Appalachian Trail, in the Catskills, the Presidential range of NH and the brutal Pikes Peak Ascent in a white out this past August. The fit is great out of the box though too narrow. The cushioning is fabulous for those bone jarring decents. And the support keeps your foot stable even when getting pitched from side to side on rocks you didn't see.
The two drawbacks are that it really is way too narrow of a shoe, they need to offer different widths since the support doesn't allow your foot to flow over the side. The lacing system stinks too... that zip tie loosens continually and the big loop it leaves catches on every little twig unless you weave it back through the laces. I cut the lace lock off and tie the laces normally which is much better for me.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
Cons
- Price
Best Uses
- Desert rock and sand
- Mixed Terrain
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
Comfortable lightweight all terrain shoe that is one of the best I have used. I was a solid New Balance fan for design and fit, but recently have started using the Salomon line and have been pleased with fit, design, comfort, and durability. The only drawback in Salomon is the price.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
Pros
- Good Traction
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
- Hard to break in
- Wears Quickly
Best Uses
- Grass
- Muddy Conditions
- Wet conditions
Comments about Salomon Speedcross 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
i wear these regularly and they are decent but break down quickly. the sole wears unevenly (the outside faster than the inside)and they are a little narrow. i dont recommnend them for everyday use but they are good in the Canyon when repelling and hiking because the get great traction even on wet sandstone.
- Sizing:
- Feels half size too small
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
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