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Delivering long-distance wearability and soft, balanced cushioning, the women's Salomon Elixir Mid GORE-TEX hiking boots are ready to take you far, even if you encounter challenging conditions.
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View the Salomon Elixir Product LineView all Salomon Women's Day Hiking BootsBest Use | Hiking |
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Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Waterproof | Yes |
Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX waterproof membrane |
Upper | Nubuck leather/synthetic |
Lining | Textile |
Midsole | OBC (olefin block copolymer) |
Support | Active Chassis |
Outsole | All Terrain Contagrip rubber |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 12.4 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 22.5 Mondo | 23.5 Mondo | 24.5 Mondo | 25.5 Mondo | 26.5 Mondo | 27.5 Mondo | |
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U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 3.5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8.5 | 9.5 | ||
U.S. Men's | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11.5 | 12 | ||||||
UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 3 | 4.5 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 8 | 9 |
EU | 36 | 36.6 | 37.3 | 38 | 38.6 | 39.3 | 40 | 40.6 | 41.3 | 42 | 42.6 | 43.3 | 44 | 44.6 | 45.3 | 36 | 37 | 39 | 40.3 | 42 | 43.3 |
Mondo | 22 | 22.5 | 23 | 23.5 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 22.5 | 23.5 | 24.5 | 25.5 | 26.5 | 27.5 |
Foot Length (in.) | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 | 9 | 9.4 | 9.8 | 10.2 | 10.6 | 11 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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Normally I'd be a little nervous hiking in white shoes, but these shoes stayed fresh throughout the entire hike. They had great cushion and grip when the trail got steep and loose. Though they are chunky, they did not feel heavy as I hiked. I definitely plan on taking these shoes on more hikes.
These are a great lightweight hiking boot. I have usually steered away from hiking boots because they are too heavy but these don’t feel like typical hiking boots. They provide great support and are comfortable to wear all day. My feet felt great and the cushioning was perfect !
Very cushioned! At first they definitely pressed on my outer ankle bone like other reviewers said but this went away after a few wears. I’ve put about 30 miles on them on paved trails/city walking so far and definitely enjoy them! The curved sole propels you forward so I end up walking faster as well. They are BIG shoes with a fat sole! I like the look of them but my first thought was wow they are giant shoes! A downside is that they are fairly warm. I recently switched to a lighter hiking sock (merino wool) and it has certainly helped. This is the only notable con I’ve encountered and it doesn’t bother me much. I sized up 1/2 size (from 9.5 to 10) and it’s perfect. Otherwise I think they look really cool and are definitely a statement on the trail! I plan to wear them for the Camino de Santiago. Happy hiking!
I bought these after buying and trail-testing four other hiking boots pre-travel. They were amazingly comfortable right out of the box. Took them to Iceland and wore them on a five day hike on the Laugevegur trail. My feet felt great the entire time and the boots handled all types of terrain—providing stability up and down steep slopes, loose gravel, occasional snow and ice, crossing streams. No blisters, no soreness, and felt great to put them on day after day. The cushioning was superb; I credit the boots for my lack of back pain despite prior back surgery. Truly grateful I found these.
I have been using these on a few hikes lately and they are incredibly lightweight, comfortable and have a great sole. This hiking boot is great for any distance and terrain. Will be testing the limits of this boot out!
I loved these at the start of hiking season this summer. They are very cushioned, which was important to me because I sustained a broken heel a few years ago and after 4 surgeries I can hike in these and my foot doesn’t hurt! They have also kept my feet dry. However, after hiking 10 hikes this summer, 6 being 4000+ feet of altitude, the tread seems to be wearing quickly. On my last two hikes I slipped twice on wet granite rock where I hadn’t before. I don’t feel secure enough to wear them anymore. Here in Maine, we have a lot of muddy wet trails even in dry conditions. All the other Salomon boots have very durable treads, why hasn’t the company done the same with these?
Been testing these stunners out at Sequoia National Park this summer and I gotta say, this is one of the most stable pair of hiking shoes I've ever had. I usually prefer the agility/grip of SpeedCross and CrossHike, but the Elixir is bringing strong grounding vibes and tons of support for backpacking or long day hikes. Plenty of room in the toebox, standard laces instead of the quicklace system, and a bit more support around the ankle than the CrossHikes. At first I was a bit worried that I wouldn't have the grip I'm used to, but with a footprint this solid, it brings a different level of confidence to every step. Super comfortable, and great for the variable conditions we're experiencing at higher elevations in the Sierra thanks to this year's snowpack. Still melting at 9k at the end of July = more water crossings later in the season than years past. This shoe is perfection!
Oh. My. God, these shoes. I took them out after a full day of thunderstorms and torrential rain and the trails were a river. My feet stayed perfectly dry the whole time. They also have that lovely roll when you step, so it feels effortless to walk in them. Overall a very comfortable shoe, and definitely pleased about both the breathability and the dryness they offered!
I have a lot of foot and ankle pain/injuries and I needed boots that had a soft and comfortable sole. A lot of boots I have problems with have hard soles and a mile into the hike my feet are in so much pain. These boots are so comfortable. There is so much cushion and your feet are supported inside as well. My first hike in them was a HOT and HUMID day, every part of my body was soaked in sweat and I did not slip around inside. I also have narrowish feet, they fit perfectly. I have no blisters or toe/feet/ankle pain from wearing them.
I have been searching for a good pair of hiking boots for months, and unfortunately, I will have to keep searching. I purchased these because they received high ratings from a popular review site, but I regret it. The color is terrible- the white instantly gets dirty and gross. Additionally, the laces (which are flat and thin) are extremely hard to tighten and loosen. I also got terrible blisters on my arches from wearing them. Safe to say, I am very disappointed.
Hi, we are sorry to hear this happened to you. All our products come with a 2-year warranty against material and manufacturing defects. Please contact our customer service so we can check if this is the case, and we will help you set up a claim. Just follow this link: https://www.salomon.com/contact Thank you.