I had my first run in with Salomon products in Europe when I decided to try skiing out. Everything was a rental from the boots (Salomon SX91, the bindings were Marker and the skis were K2) The boots fit like a glove and there were no pressure points at all on my feet.
Forward to 2024, I ordered these XA PRO 3D Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes to try on because the brand I was going with for my duty footwear kept changing their design and they finally ran out of the model that I liked so I figured I'd try these out. Amazon has this "try before you buy" program so I decided to go that route.
These shoes are designed for on-road and off-road as they have an aggressive lug sole that is comfortable and a reassuring grip. The shoe is built well and has a comfortable sole. The lacing system is different and it didn't take long for me to like the speed lacing system that Salomon uses for their shoes.
These shoes do need a bit of a break-in, about three days.
I was impressed with this pair that I bought another pair to switch up for my uniform.
Mar 31,2024 (update) I've had these (I bought 2 pairs) shoes now just short of 2 months and daily wear and I have to admit, other than the fact that it's a little on the small side (it broke in really well) I am still happy with my purchase and they're holding up well.
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Exceptional all around shoe
Overall, my favorite shoe. I've had a couple different generations of the XA Pro 3D GTX and keep coming back.They are my go to shoes for everyday wear whether it's to the office, the store, chasing after my kids, and nearly everything else.They're supportive and lightweight. The toe box has some coveting that offers light impact protection.The one attribute that is both good and bad is the extremely grippy tread. It's so grippy to the point it's squeaky when walking on tile indoors when they're even the slightest bit wet. At the same time, the tread offers confidence when trekking through mud, puddles, snow, and even light ice.My past iterations of this are also gore-tex and their water resistance wanes over time. The tread is also made from a soft rubber which tends to wear faster than most of my other shoes.If you're on the fence about it, just get it.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2024
Size: 10.5Color: Black/Black/MagnetVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2018
Size: 13Color: Black/Black/MagnetVerified Purchase
Bought the Trail Runners 2 weeks ago. I have flat feet and one foot is a little larger than the other. I have a hard time finding comfortable shoes. I wear size 13 and I ordered the 13M. The length is perfect. My heals slip a little but I don’t see that as a problem. I don’t even notice it any more. My toes have plenty of room to move. The first day I wore them I removed the insole and the underside was wet to the touch as well as the inside bottom of the sole. I replaced the factory insole with a Dr Scholls insole. So far there is no wetness. I’m planning on using these shoes for my 500 mile Camino walk. I’m sure at the end of a days hike my feet will be hot and damp. I did part of the Camino 2 years ago (same shoe but an earlier version) and my size 12 was a little to small but I managed. No blisters or any other problems.
I’ve heard others say the sides of the shoe is to high and hits the ankle. The shoe is a little higher but it has not caused a problem for me. In fact I like the higher sides. Better support.
The shoe is a little hot but that is a good thing when the temperature is cooler. The Dr Scholls insole seems to have helped with the heat. I don’t notice it now as I did with the factory insole.
The soles are a knoby verses the soles on my previous pair. See photo. Good grip.
I really like the shoe lace. I’ve never seen this kind before. It’s a very thin one piece nylon lace. No tying. Just pull them up tight and adjust the gripper down. Very nice. I don’t know what you’d do if they broke.
Another comment was that they squeak when you walk. They did squeak when they first came out of the box but no more squeaking once you’ve used them.
I have not used them in wet conditions but I have faith they will keep my feet dry. I can’t wait to get on the Camino. The trail runners feel and fit great.
I’ve heard others say the sides of the shoe is to high and hits the ankle. The shoe is a little higher but it has not caused a problem for me. In fact I like the higher sides. Better support.
The shoe is a little hot but that is a good thing when the temperature is cooler. The Dr Scholls insole seems to have helped with the heat. I don’t notice it now as I did with the factory insole.
The soles are a knoby verses the soles on my previous pair. See photo. Good grip.
I really like the shoe lace. I’ve never seen this kind before. It’s a very thin one piece nylon lace. No tying. Just pull them up tight and adjust the gripper down. Very nice. I don’t know what you’d do if they broke.
Another comment was that they squeak when you walk. They did squeak when they first came out of the box but no more squeaking once you’ve used them.
I have not used them in wet conditions but I have faith they will keep my feet dry. I can’t wait to get on the Camino. The trail runners feel and fit great.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2023
Size: 9.5Color: Black/Black/MagnetVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024
Size: 13Color: Black/Black/MagnetVerified Purchase
Overall, my favorite shoe. I've had a couple different generations of the XA Pro 3D GTX and keep coming back.
They are my go to shoes for everyday wear whether it's to the office, the store, chasing after my kids, and nearly everything else.
They're supportive and lightweight. The toe box has some coveting that offers light impact protection.
The one attribute that is both good and bad is the extremely grippy tread. It's so grippy to the point it's squeaky when walking on tile indoors when they're even the slightest bit wet. At the same time, the tread offers confidence when trekking through mud, puddles, snow, and even light ice.
My past iterations of this are also gore-tex and their water resistance wanes over time. The tread is also made from a soft rubber which tends to wear faster than most of my other shoes.
If you're on the fence about it, just get it.
They are my go to shoes for everyday wear whether it's to the office, the store, chasing after my kids, and nearly everything else.
They're supportive and lightweight. The toe box has some coveting that offers light impact protection.
The one attribute that is both good and bad is the extremely grippy tread. It's so grippy to the point it's squeaky when walking on tile indoors when they're even the slightest bit wet. At the same time, the tread offers confidence when trekking through mud, puddles, snow, and even light ice.
My past iterations of this are also gore-tex and their water resistance wanes over time. The tread is also made from a soft rubber which tends to wear faster than most of my other shoes.
If you're on the fence about it, just get it.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2019
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