Salomon - Aero Glide 3

So I was originally looking for a replacement for my Saucony Hurricane 24. To be clear, I didn’t really need to replace it. Part of this is just me being a sneakerhead long before my running era and that weird good feeling even though alam mong nabudol mo na naman sarili mo. LOL That said, what I was looking for was very specific. PURPOSE I wanted a highly cushioned, highly protective shoe for easy runs and recovery runs. Something that offers good comfort, impact absorption, and protection, but without feeling clunky or heavy. Ideally lighter than the Hurricane 24. I also wanted something with a bit of responsiveness, closer to something like my Vomero Plus, not just a dead recovery tank. At first, I was actually leaning toward staying in the Saucony family. I really like Saucony uppers and step-in feel, so my initial shortlist ended up being the Hurricane 25 versus the Salomon Aero Glide 3. After comparing materials, reading reviews, and asking around, I landed on the Aero Glide 3. For me, it simply looked better, and based on feedback, it sounded more responsive and lively than the Hurricane 25. Price was roughly the same, around 9 to 10k, so that didn’t really factor into the decision. I ordered it from a Japan-based Shopee store that I’ve bought from before. They source directly from Japan, so I was confident it was legit. I picked what I think is a badass colorway. LOOKS When it arrived, the first thing that hit me was the color. Photos honestly don’t do it justice. There are a lot of vibrant shoes out right now, but this one just looks premium in person. I work around creative and graphic design a lot, and you can kind of tell when a color treatment just feels more refined. This one definitely does! WEIGHT Second impression was the weight. I didn’t weigh it, but you immediately feel how light it is. Noticeably lighter than the Vomero Plus. It honestly felt almost as light as my Saucony Ride 17. In my current rotation, the only thing that feels lighter is my Megablast. For a max-cushion shoe, this is impressively light. Design-wise, I actually really like it. I know some reviewer (Believe in the Run) said that certain design elements don’t make sense, but I feel the opposite. That cavity underneath the midfoot to heel makes mechanical sense to me. It allows the foot to splay a bit on impact, reduces weight, and gives the shoe that subtle compress-and-rebound feeling. UPPER The upper construction is also very smart. There’s minimal stitching inside and outside. Most of the tension and structure seems to be pulled toward the back, forming that shark-fin-looking lace anchor. It’s kind of like tying all your hair into one ponytail instead of managing it in multiple places. Everything feels unified and clean imo. STEP-IN FEEL Step-in feel is seamless. The interior feels smooth, almost like a single-body construction. Laces feel premium, the tongue is longer than average but stays in place perfectly, and overall it just feels well thought out. FIRST RUN On my first run, I took it out for a 6K easy run. And honestly, I was kind of shocked by how light and effortless it felt for a maximalist shoe. The midsole sits in a really nice sweet spot. It’s not mushy, but it has enough plushness to absorb impact. There’s also enough firmness that I don’t sink into it, which matters for me as a heavier runner. The energy return is genuinely good. Salomon uses Energy Foam Evo here, which I believe is an eTPU blend, whereas the previous version was EVA. Whatever they changed, it works. The shoe has a surprisingly wide pace range. You can cruise slow, but it also picks up pace easily when you want to. The rocker feels natural, and transitions are smooth. In terms of responsiveness, I wouldn’t say it matches the Vomero Plus. The Vomero Plus is probably 10-15% more responsive. But unless you’re really pushing the pace, you’re not going to notice that difference much. That cavity under the midfoot and heel really shines whether you heel strike or midfoot strike. You can feel the shoe compress slightly downward and then rebound you back up. It’s a really satisfying, unique sensation, and I think it also makes this a great recovery shoe. ANY COMPARABLE SHOE? If I had to compare the ride feel to something, it actually reminded me a lot of the On Cloud Surfer Max. The impact sensation is very similar. Light, smooth, non-clunky. I’d say the Aero Glide 3 maybe has a touch more pop, but they’re in the same family of feel. STABILITY Despite the streamlined shape and not having an overly wide base, stability is very good. There are subtle raised sidewalls that do their job quietly. I slightly overpronate, I have borderline flat feet, and I’m borderline 2E. This felt stable and supportive without being intrusive. FIT Fit-wise, this is excellent. For borderline 2E feet like mine, it fits TTS. Toe box is accommodating without feeling sloppy. No heel slippage at all. Lockdown was great, and I didn’t even need runner’s loops. For sizing, I’d recommend true to size. If you have narrow feet, I wouldn’t size down. Just wear thicker socks and lock it in properly. For regular, slightly wide, and even wide feet, this should work very well. So pwde sya sa malapad ang paa, di gaanong malapad ang paa, medyo narrow ang paa…✌😅 Upper is also very breathable and comfortable. No hotspots, no pressure points. It feels…premium. OUTSOLE Outsole grip is above average. Definitely better than the Hurricane 24, and I’d even say better than the Vomero Plus in dry conditions. Lots of uneven roads and direction changes, and it handled everything confidently. I haven’t tested it in the wet yet, but based on the Contagrip, I expect it to do well. Overall, I’m extremely happy with this purchase. After a 6K run, I felt fresh…feeling ko 1k lang tinakbo ko. That’s probably the best way I can describe it. I’m definitely going to be stacking a lot of mileage in this shoe! つづく

It’s one of my top choice sana to replace my Hurricane. Kaso I already have Megablast na. Glad I picked AG3. Very impressive shoe. One of those shoes na you’re really looking forward to lace up again. and yes…halos ayaw talaga magsale bukod sa ang hirap hanapin. pero worth it sya

Salomon aero glide 3 on sale right now for $157 CAD great shoe, falls somewhere between vomero plus and superblast on the soft to firm scale for cushioning

Didnt see this deal, good shout! I have the GRVL version as well and think they are my favourite winter running option

I was just coming here to brag on the Aero Glide 3. I've got 275 miles in my first pair with another on deck because I have liked them so much. I'm a pretty light guy, but I think I'll be able to get 500 miles out of these. They still feel like they did when they first broke in, and I haven't seen the outsole wear others have seen as a fairly strong mid/forefoot striker. They are probably my favorite 'trainer' of all time so far - they strike such a great balance. I can use them from recovery runs (although it's hard to stay at recovery paces in them) all the way to tempo or even 5K pace reps and strides if I need to. They're my default long run shoe if I'm not using super shoes for aggressive pace work. They have ridiculous energy return for the category without feeling weird or overly high tech. Pretty lightweight, very protective. Awesome shoe.

Salomon Aero Glide 3. I think people haven't really given this shoe much love since Salomons road shoes have traditionally been below par, but this shoe is perfect for heavier runners as a daily trainer (or rrslly anyone). It's very light for how much cushion and stack on it while not being overly soft.

Same boat. Here are the best after extensive trials: Salomon aero glide 3 (grvl more durable)  Saucony triumph 21 (hard to get) Adizero Evo SL  Adizero SL 2 Saucony endorphin speed 3

Salomon aero glide 3? Has pretty roomy toebox, good protection, but not mushy can pick up the pace

I just got my pair, I can’t wait to run them after walking around in the house with them. Feel protective and responsive and durable from initial feelings

Go with Salomon Aeroglide 3. Its like the ultraboost but better in every way

I really like the Salomon Aero Glide 3 or 4 for daily and long runs. It reminds me on the Saucony Triumph 20, but more stable and with a lower drop. Also lighter. The foam will last forever. The outsole is soft, though, so beware if you’re harsh on outsoles. I think it’s livelier and smoother than the Novablast 5, which I actually loved (at least for the first 100 miles). The Aero Glide’s best suited for paces between recovery and marathon. Haven’t tried the Puma or the Nike.

Looking for a new daily trainer and could use some real-world input. Me: ~190 lbs, neutral, slightly wide feet (but not wide size). I’m a new dad so just trying to get out on the road whenever I have some time to myself. Run 2–3x/week, usually 6–8 miles per session. I’m just running for fitness and am starting to do some temple work as well. I don’t need a stability shoe. Shoes I’ve owned: •Asics Superblast 2: loved the leg protection early, but after a while they started to feel like bricks underfoot. I think I would like something with a little more bounce if that’s the right word. •Salomon Aeroglide 3: really enjoyed these for the first 100 miles, but then they started giving my feet a bunch of pain. I do not want a shoe rotation since I am a pretty casual runner. Currently leaning towards the Megablast or the Vomero Plus, but wondering if it’s overkill for 6–8 mile runs. Also open to other suggestions (Evo SL, Puma, etc.). Appreciate any insights.

I got a pair in the proto version, and I do not regret it. It feels like the best of the Asics Novablast and Saucony Triumph 21 in one shoe. It feels best to me at slightly faster than easy, but def not a workout shoe as you mention.

Btw I forgot to mention but I have the road version. I think the feel of the foam is simialr, and the aeroglide is pretty breathable and has more step-in comfort than the T21. The T21 is more stable IMO, but I wouldn't say the Aero Glide is unstable. The big difference is that the Aeroglide has a small cavity near the center of the heel, and a small bulge of the middle of the forefoot, and the drop is 8 mm instead of 10. This design is reminiscent of the Novablast 5 and it's "trampoline" effect. This makes the ride bouncier, rather than that smooth, buttery sensation you get in the T21. Overall the ride feels like the T21 and the Novablast had a child. Does this make sense?

I traveled international while wearing them and they were surprisingly fine. My flight was delayed and I barely made the connection so I wore them knowing I may have had to run. Didn't run but was glad I wore them. The only thing was figuring out how to tie them so they weren't too tight and too loose. I tend to do runers loop for running cause I have a low instep, but I don't need it for walking.