AERO BLAZE 3 GRVL GORE-TEX

Thanks i ended up ordering Salomon Aero Blaze 3 GRVL GTX and it's perfect! A very bouncy GTX running off road hybrid shoe. Would recommend. I also order the Gel Trabuco 13 GTX and this were not so good so they are going back.

I love shoes. So allow me to get a little carried away for a minute. Anyway, trail shoes are less likely to be bouncy like road shoes because they're more designed to prioritize stability and durability. I'm exclusively a road runner, but when it's winter I do rotate in some trail shoes with lower lugs for the snow and sleet. The closest I've found that are less firm and more cushioned and a little bit bouncy (but nothing crazy)... Nike Pegasus Trail GTX 4 or 5. Hoka Clifton 9 GTX are cushioned weatherized road shoes - not really bouncy but definitely cushioned. Saucony Triumph 21 also has a storm shield version or something like that. The foam is a cushioned TPU. You could probably do some light trails with it. And finally, Salomon Aero Blaze 3 comes in a GTX model - same bouncy foam as the Aero Glide 3 with a reinforced outer sole for light gravel trails and the protection of Gore-Tex. It's fun for a winter shoe. I think you could pull it off on packed dirt. Finally, I'm waiting for a pair of Hoka Speedgoat GTX spikes that are designed for snowy and icy trails. Not sure that you'll get bouncy energy return from those though!

Currently using Salomon Aero Blaze 3 gtx. They've been decent, but having some grip issues uphill on compacted snow.

I think hybrid would be plenty. In general, they would give a little more traction and sometimes a little more protection on the toe, but still feel a lot like road shoes. I got some Salomon Aero Blaze 3 Gravel and they work fine for me as road shoes and when I take a trail I don't have to worry about the soles getting torn up by rocks. My more serious trail shoes are quite a bit heavier and oriented more toward stability and protection, so they're a much bigger change from road shoe feel.

I also wasn’t a fan of the H1 toe box and also felt the same thing with the 5th metatarsal/midfoot. I’m also a Solomon enjoyer and I think I’ll just stick to them, perhaps pick up the GRVL’s as they continue to drop on sale. 

The glides have a high stack, the aero blaze grvl is the lighter version. Both don't have plates.

Can you elaborate a bit more please? Reason I'm asking is that I'm considering to buy the blaze grvl. I already have a high stack shoe so not interested in the high stack of the aero glide and I figure the blaze gives better ground feel

I recently posted my experience with the Aero Blaze 3 GRVL and compared it to other hybrid, trail and road shoes. Here: https://www.reddit.com/r/RunningShoeGeeks/s/umsXrsFEBe

The Salomon Blaze 3 GRVL may be what you're looking for, the basis is the standard blaze a very light weight road shoe with some modifications to make it "GRVL". Check out my recent review here https://www.reddit.com/r/RunningShoeGeeks/s/ndUukBNzou

**Summary:** The Mount to Coast H1 is like an American SUV with big 22" wheels. They look like they should be a capable performer with off-road roots, but the ride is harsh and the fit (IMO) needs to be refined. Many seem to like them, maybe you will too, but they are not for me. **About me:** Maybe not your typical poster in this sub, running is something that I enjoy alongside cycling and skiing. I average \~15-20 miles (24 to 32km) per week at \~8:30 pace (5:17/km). My running is primarily on non-technical Colorado (USA) singletrack, but I also spend time on road / bike path / gravel / technical trails. I'm Male, 5'11" (180cm) and 170lbs (77kg). Back in the day I was a competitive collegiate runner, but now I'm into adventure when not busy with family and work. I have advanced degrees in physiology and biomechanics, have worked in the running industry and also led product teams in an adjacent market. **Why the Mount to Coast H1?** After many years primarily wearing various Nike road and trail shoes(with some Brooks, Hoka, etc. mixed in), I've recently been enjoying the Salomon AeroGlide and AeroBlaze Gravel. However, IMO, the outsole of the AeroGlide wore very quickly, and I can see the Gravel AeroBlaze is wearing quickly as well. Because I enjoyed the Gravel version for a daily mix of path and non-technical singletrack - the Mount to Coast H1 became interesting. **Initial thoughts:** Because I don't mind wearing road shoes on non-technical trail, I was torn on whether I should go with the R1 or the H1, but reviews seemed to push toward the H1 performing well on a variety of terrain, being light, having great fit and foam composition. Because I was unable to try locally, I pulled the trigger on the H1 in my typical size Men's 11 US. To date, I've only done one 6 mile road run and one 4 mile trail run, but I'm disappointed to the point that I doubt I will spend much more time in them. **Weight:** Surprisingly light for how much midsole - this might be their best feature. **Fit:** Length is relatively TTS for me. My feet are on the narrower side, but not so much that anyone has ever called them out for being especially narrow. I find the fit of this shoe odd. The heel is good, the mid-foot is slightly constricted (my 5th metatarsal feels like it's falling off the midsole), and the toe box is quite wide. How wide? I have almost 1cm of extra width at the 1st met head of my foot. Because of this, the shoes feel sloppy unless I cinch them down tightly, which ultimately leads to discomfort. Running downhill my feet slid forward until my toes were touching the end of the shoe and on trails I did not feel particularly secure. The Upper / Lacing: I think the upper looks nice with a good design. I cannot comment on durability at this time. The two-zone lacing system is - in my opinion - an unnecessary gimmick that does not function well. First, by breaking the lacing into two distinct systems, there is no opportunity for continuous tension adjustment. Personally I've never had an issue adjusting the tension of different areas of laces and by limiting the lace to only a couple of eyelets the pressure is much more localized and uncomfortable. Additionally, the slip-lock hardware of the lower laces is fidgety and not easy to adjust. **Midsole / Cushion:** My wife asked why I was walking funny after I got back from my first 6 miles in these shoes. I was sore. My knees were sore. My ankles were sore. My soleus was sore. This is a route that I've done weekly for months without issue. I did not expect this in a modern shoe that has been praised for its cushion. In my opinion, especially compared to the Salomon Aero Glide and Blaze, these are harsh. Now, some may call that responsive and perhaps M2C went with a firmer midsole because these are intended for ultra-distances (which I am decidedly not running). I'm not saying they're wrong or bad - but they certainly are not my preference. On my non-technical trail run, the thickness of the midsole did offer a bit more protection from small stones than something like the Aero Blaze, and the harshness was lessened compared to the road surface - so I suppose that is a feature worth mentioning - however these are billed as being able to transition well between road and trail and I find them much stronger on non-technical trail. I do not think I would trust these on technical trail due to the sloppy fit and chunky design. My Salomon S-Lab Genesis feels more nimble, rugged, secure, and grippy in comparison. **Outsole:** No major comments. Seems appropriate for the intended goal. Not as loud or "grippy" sounding as the Aero Blaze GRVL. **What next?** Considering Mount to Coast does not accept returns for worn shoes, I'll hold onto them and wear them casually, occasionally. Maybe I'll run in them again, however, I have no need to "adapt" to these shoes and hope that either I or they come around when I have other options that work better for me. I'm glad that I gave them a shot, but I'm disappointed that they are not working out for me.

The GRVLs are great. My only issue with Salomon is the rubber wears too quickly. My Aero Glides would be going strong if the outsole didn't look like a racing slick!