Salomon - Alphacross 5
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Based on 1 year's data from Feb 24, 2026 How it works
Liked most:
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"non-waterproof because my feet overheat easily in the summer."
"Even on wet ground I’d rather have fast drying sneakers than boots."
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"the tread pattern is so good for grip."
"the only thing they don’t get a grip on is wet wood."
"and have decent grip."
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"You really appreciate the lightness of them."
"I typically really like my Salomon hiking boots or Salomon trail runners for the long hikes (usually around 8-15 miles round trip)"
Disliked most:
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"don't expect the waterproofing to last more than one season/month of heavy use."
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"the only thing they don’t get a grip on is wet wood."
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"Current Salomon trail runners have to thick of a sole and cant feel rock well beneath them ... maybe the ones I have just dont work well for this specific use case."
"I have noticed they fall short when it comes to any mid or slightly more than mid class scrambling. ... Current Salomon trail runners have to thick of a sole and cant feel rock well beneath them"
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"I always hate wearing my Salomon trail runners in the city on sidewalks…"
Long_Procedure_2629 0.4I have two pairs of Alphacross that are great though don't expect the waterproofing to last more than one season/month of heavy use. Would buy again, the tread pattern is so good for grip.
timtam_z28 0.4I have the Speedcross 5's and I swear they're the best shoes I've ever worn. I also have Oboz boots, which I do like, but those feel heavy to me now. I don't see myself buying another brand for some time. I'd estimate I have 500+ miles on the Speedcross 5's. Before these I had the Alphacross and another cheaper model they no longer make. Both were real decent, but the Speedcross are higher quality, and more durable. I bought the 6's for my GF and her feet are in pretty bad shape physically, but she agrees with me and also loves them.
Salomon Speedcross 5 or 6. Haven't even tried another shoe in years. Had alphacross before that. So for about the last 5 years, only salomon.
Affectionate_Love229 0.0The downside of trail runners to me (Solomans) was I would sometimes get foot bruises on sharp rocky ground. I switched to hiking shoes (Merrell's) and I feel it's a better compromise between trail runners and boots. Pretty light and more comfortable.
My Solomans had a rock plate (thank you for pointing out my omission), but I feel a big difference with my Murrell Moab's. To each there own, I know trail runners are the favorite, the Moab works better for me (I have dainty feet, I guess).
bythorsthunder 0.0What do you want to do? I love my Solomon trail runners but if I'm sliding down shale I'll take the Keens all day long. Both are good brands in my experience.
contrary-contrarian 0.0I like Oboz boots. I also like my Solomon trail runners. I've done massive days in both, totally depends what you are more comfortable in. I do personally find benefit in some ankle protection and waterproofness. Some folks poopoo that... but I bet they have wet feet.
variemeh 0.0I'm a fan of Solomon hiking shoes (or really their trail runners) with Gore Tex and micro spikes! The spikes stay in my pack most of the year, just in case I go further than planned or I got unexpected conditions. A must have for me.
PorqueNoLosDose 0.0I just ordered a pair from my local running store, only commenting to suggest you try them on first. I'm a 12 in Salomons and a 12 to 12.5 in Hokas, and I had to size up to a 13 in the 001s.
Cold_Art5051 0.0Over the years I’ve worn trail runners from Merrill and Salomon, or standard running shoes from Nike and NB. A comfortable fit was the main criteria. Even on wet ground I’d rather have fast drying sneakers than boots.
Imaginary-Round2422 0.0Salomon trail runners. They’re my goat shoes - the only thing they don’t get a grip on is wet wood.
OrangeGrff 0.0Absolutely, did all of the ABC trek in trail runners (Hoka, Salomon). You really appreciate the lightness of them.
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