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Lightweight yet stable, the men's Salomon X Ultra 5 Low hiking shoes feel agile while offering confident traction, making them as good at tackling descents as they are at charging up hills.
Imported.
View the Salomon X Ultra Product LineView all Salomon Men's Hiking Shoes| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Single-pull Lace |
| Upper | Synthetic/textile |
| Lining | Textile |
| Midsole | EnergyCell |
| Outsole | All Terrain Contagrip rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 9.4 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
Fits slightly large based on reviews
| 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 24.5 Mondo | 25.5 Mondo | 26.5 Mondo | 27.5 Mondo | 28.5 Mondo | 29.5 Mondo | 30.5 Mondo | 31.5 Mondo | |
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| U.S. Men's | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 7 | 8 | 9.5 | 10.5 | 11.5 | 13 | 14 | 15.5 |
| U.S. Women's | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | |||||||||||||||||
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13.5 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 14 |
| 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 | 46 | 46.6 | 47.3 | 48 | 49.3 | 39 | 40.3 | 42 | 43.3 | 45 | 46.3 | 48 | 49 |
| Mondo | 22 | 22.5 | 23 | 23.5 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 32 | 24.5 | 25.5 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 31.5 |
| 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 | 11.4 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12 | 12.4 | 9.8 | 10.2 | 10.6 | 11 | 11.4 | 11.8 | 12.2 | 12.6 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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I bought some 'zero rise' shoes that were great, comfortable, and spacious but I ended up with plantar faciitis. I bought these and though I would not call them 'spacious' or 'comfortable', when hiking up to 14 miles in them, they did not aggravate my PF. They seemed alittle slippy on wet smooth surfaces like tiles but when out in nature I felt very firm footed. When trying them on the firmness was a slight turn off but I could tell they did not aggravate the PF so I stuck with them. I also like that to tighten or loosen you just pull or push on the latch. You dont have to undo and redo them. I wish I had bought these first.
Great support, very comfortable shoe with excellent traction outdoors. Not quite as breathable as I'd like but still wearable all day long. Highly recommend.
Disappointed if this is the only color choice. Very busy for daily wear
Awesome breathable shoe for day hiking and light backpacking. I was lucky to find this shoe as it appears Salomon has stopped making non-Gortex shoes. In summer my feet sweat a lot. For that reason I look for more breathable, NON-Goretex, shoes. Very comfortable. Excellent quality. Very supportive.
I bought these as one of two pairs of shoes to wear on an upcoming trip to Europe. I tried them for 2 full days in the house and while they have good support the toe box is too small/tight. I have, therefore, returned them.
I've worn these shoes for some light hikes and pavement pounding on the commute and they have been excellent! Great performance, especially grip, in a variety of underfoot conditions. the lace system is clever and so easy to get used to once you've worn them once or twice.
I bought these to replace a Similer pair of salomon x ultra that were very worn out and had them for many years of wear. I hope that these hold just as well, they are off to a great start
These are very comfy with a nice wide toe area. They are French and made in France - perfect! Can't rate durability yet as haven't had them for very long
A really well built comfortable and good looking shoe