Genesis

both the vanilla and slab genesis are good shoes but very different from the speedcross - one won't necessarily translate to the other. But worth a try.

Yeah I’ve been through 2 pairs and they only have about 100-200 good rocky US northeast running miles in them. I'm chonky for a trail runner though (190lb). The wet rock grip is atrocious anyway so I’ve moved on, however they are the still the comfiest shoe I’ve worn so it’s a shame about the outsole. Have a look at the Genesis for a more modern outsole.

Ultra glides are my vote for mixed use. The smaller lugs are nicer on road. I use the sense ride 5, ultra glide 2 and just finished a pair of the Genesis non-pro version and those were great for trail but I don’t think I would care for them on road.

Mine have 430 miles or so on them. I think they’re great if it’s dry, Salomon’s contagrip just isn’t great on anything wet in my experience. I made it. 84 miles of a 100 in them and they were very comfy. I prefer a slightly firmer shoe. Ran 7.5 miles in mine today still money

Two of my tops [La Sportiva Prodigio](https://www.lasportivausa.com/prodigio.html) - Nice comfortable wider toe box. Some have mentioned the Pro I have yet to try. [Salomon Genesis](https://www.salomon.com/en-us/product/genesis-li5372) - Would wear on more technical terrain, more snug fitting and plush than Prodigio. Want to try the [Nnormal Kjerag 02](https://www.nnormal.com/en_US/content/kjerag-02)

To further the discussion of what is the all around “BEST TRAVEL SHOE (closed toe)” here is something to add and discuss: When I was traveling in Brazil in March, I met soooo many European travelers. Most of them were wearing Salomon “trail runners” I believe they were. [Here is a link to the Salomon shoe ](https://www.zappos.com/p/womens-salomon-speedcross-6-mahogany-rose-hushed-violet-iced-aqua/product/9721367/color/1098468) I think the women were wearing. The men were mostly wearing it in Black. I did a lot of hiking in Brazil in my worn out Asics and wish I had a shoe with more tread. I 've been thinking about getting the Salomons but they really do scream "outdoors" and I don't know if they would be "cute" enough to do light walking in say, London or Paris or Rome... Are these SALOMONS really the all around best shoe for walking, trekking, etc in any type of climate? I know H[OKAs (especially Speedgoat 6)](https://www.zappos.com/p/womens-hoka-speedgoat-6-grey-skies-cosmic-grey/product/9920044/color/1108513?zlfid=191&ref=pd_detail-v2-2-c_v2p_p) are discussed often. I ended up giving in and buying a pair last Spring but I notice that the nubs / grip / lugs wear down pretty fast. (They are indeed very very comfortable, but also the colorways are intense and make me definitely stand out as a gringa. haha. ) I think the Salomons might be more durable? Furthermore, I know we all are looking for that UNICORN shoe that won’t look so Doofy when we are out walking and just browsing shopping in cute Italian towns…. but can also do some light hikes. And for those it seems the consensus are: Vessi OnCloud NewBalance [Altra ](https://www.zappos.com/search?term=altra%20shoes%20women)(zero drop) What are your ABSOLUTE go-to one-bag unicorn shoe (closed toe)?? I am going to be in Europe for a little bit, but later Mexico and maybe Brazil too. cheers! Oh, yeah, I forgot to point out an important thing. Bonus if **waterproof**, but I have noticed that mostly it doesn't matter because if shoes get wet with a huge downpour, they're going to get wet . I once bought a pair of Sorels waterproof sneakers and I hate them so much as they were really inflexible and uncomfortable. . I can't return them though. Thanks! EDIT: WOW ! So many valuable insights and responses. Thank you so much! Seems like a lot of you enjoy the Salomon XT6. it is definitely trending. My concern is that it might not feel comfortable as a street shoe for the other 50% of the time I'm walking around with it and not hiking because of the firm tread and the lack of cushion. I'm leaning toward TOPO and the best thing about REI is that I can get that shoe and try it on for a few days.!!

I got a pair of Topos to try but returning them - they are too frumpy. I don't actually like the Altra Wilds, they just feel a bit weird on the tongue and were irritating the entire 3 miles I wore them. They also do look a bit doofy. I also got these [Salomons ](https://www.zappos.com/p/womens-salomon-genesis-carbon/product/9939399/color/8914)and I'm glad I gave it a trial run of walking 4 miles in them because I got a giant blister on the bottom of my foot. Does that mean they are slightly too big? Either way, not great! (I like the silhoutte of the shoe and the colorway but if they're gonna give me blisters then nope!!). I think I still like the Hokas the best. I haven't gotten the oncloud because they are too expennsive! tldr: still don't have a favorite shoe.

hi! I got [Salomon Genesis ](https://www.zappos.com/kratos/p/womens-salomon-genesis-carbon/product/9939399/color/8914?ref=pd_vh)and I walked 3 miles on pavement = a bit oddly painful , like I can feel the pavement? and 3 miles on a trail = excellent. Is it because the sole is so sturdy that it does not have cushion for pavement? What is the MODEL of SALOMON you are using and since you love them so much, can you tell me about the cushion or feel when you walk on pavement with them? thanks!

I am very disappointed by version 3, it is a completely different shoe, with a very high stack height and ridiculously soft cushioning. I switched to the Salomon Genesis (not the S-lab version), which is much closer to the Ultra glide 2. I actually prefer it because the lugs are 4,5mm instead of 3,5mm which makes them better in mud.

I'm 210lbs. Always a Salomon user. Very good results with many of their models, last years the Ultra glide 2, now changing to the Genesis model. (I don't like the Ultra glide 3, much higher and with a ridiculous amount of cushion) I don't do that many miles on them because I tend to wear out the thread early (technical terrain) but the soles always hold up very very well.

I agree. The Genesis are best choice. Stable and good grip. Ultra glide 3, I have a pair, but stupid amount of cushioning, and way too high stack height. Anyway I would not change shoes now so close to the race, unless you really have problems.