i’m currently on a solo trip in Türkiye and I’ve been doing 15k+ steps everyday, on hilly roads too and I’ve had absolutely no feet/ankle or knee pain which I typically had in the past. They’re not the cutest, but I’m really just wearing jeans or stretchy pants, so they don’t ruin any outfits either
I have these (purple and black). Just got back from 3 weeks in New Zealand with these as my only shoe. They’re goretex so they’re waterproof. Great tread. Great when hiking or walking. Not the best when standing around though. Planning on getting an insole to make them more cooshie.
Firstly, Salomon's are generally not wide. You can buy them in wide, but they are narrow feet shoes. I've got ultra narrow feet and found Salomon's some 25 years ago and never looked back.
Now that that's out of the way. I really love the Speedcross 6 non-GTX trail runners. Very comfortable, very breathable. Even when my feet do get wet, they dry in a flash. Some years ago Salomon made a high-top GTX boot version called the Cross hike. Not sure if they are still made, I got them when they came out and wore them for a trip. Pretty good, but they just weren't right so I returned them. Now, I use the Speed-crosses as my daily drivers, and my old faithfuls the Quest 4 GTX boots as my hikers. The Quest 4s are lightweight, super comfortable, and breathable enough to not get stinky after wearing them all day.
Most wear the Salomon xt-6. The speed cross 6 are for serious tail running on very muddy terrain. I have the speed cross and love them but will get a pair of xt-6 for more casual time.
Salomon speed cross are my go-tos for travel. I can easily do 15k steps. Not all Salomon’s are created equal and I have prioritized function over fashion. That being said, getting supportive insoles for any shoes is an absolute must have.
I can also do 15k steps in chacos. Gotta let the girls breathe!
I just bought my second pair of the salomons. Best shoes I've ever owned. I've put a lot of miles on them hiking, but they are also great for travel. I have wide feet (bunions) in the front but also high arches and narrow heels. The drawstring is great. I thought it would wear out before the shoes, but it has held up well.
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