Salomon Speedcross 4 Trail Running Shoe – Women’s

User Reviews

• The fit is ideal, with some extra room near the toes.
• The grips on the bottom of the shoes are proficient on rocks and mud.
• The heel support is comfortable.
• The sole and tread has extremely high gripping ability.
• The ‘zip-tie’ lacing feature is quick and easy.
• There is a tiny pocket which holds the excess laces.
• Decent padding and arch support.
• The heel back doesn’t rub and cause blisters.
• Good in wet conditions due to high grip quality.
• The lacing system wraps your foot well, so you don’t lose any energy with your foot sliding around inside the shoe.
• The lacing system stays locked during use.
• Dries quickly.
• A variety of colors available.

Expert Reviews

• The lugs are spaced farther apart, helping to avoid build-up of mud on the bottom of the shoe.
• The stack height is 20mm in the toe and 30mm in the heel, padding the heel where your foot needs it most, but allowing a feel of the trail in the forefoot area.
• The upper is protective, using a mesh covered by overlays.
• A wider forefoot makes it easier to land without harming your ankle.
• The Sensifit upper and the lacing system allows the user to tighten the shoes to the desired fit.
• Your foot is cushioned on all sides due to the foam padding in the shoe.
• Strong construction of the shoe keep the laces, mesh upper, and out-sole in great condition over time.
• The neutral arch will work for most feet.
• One of the lighter trail runners that can also withstand wear-and-tear.
• The shoe is molded with EVA, allowing for lightweight cushioning.
• The rip-stop upper conforms directly into the sole, making for a smooth shoe.

User Reviews

• Your foot sits higher up in the shoe, meaning less lateral ankle support.
• Slightly expensive for trail runners.
• Highly recommend trying the shoe on before buying, since it is more suited for narrow feet, and has a particular fit.
• Can get a bit hot since the shoe is not super breathable.

Expert Reviews

• As the lugs wear down over time, the protection underfoot decreases.
• The softer rubber means this shoe is not ideal for everyday use, since they will wear out faster.
• The high heel-toe drop makes this shoe slightly more unstable when running downhill.
• Since the mesh is covered by overlays, it doesn’t drain water efficiently.
• The shoe is not the best for ventilation or drying quickly.
• The tall lugs make the shoes slightly unsteady on firm surfaces, like hard pavement.
• Since the heel-to-toe-drop is very high, the shoe may not suit some runners.
• Not available in wide sizes.
• Does not feature a rock plate, meaning you aren’t as protected.