Salomon - Winter Cross Spike

I have Saucony Peregrines that I used for snow on roads, paths etc and dry non technical trail. Solomon Spike Cross that I used on any sort of snow covered hills, they are basically a Speedcross with metal studs but they fit narrow. And Hoka Mafate Speed 4 for more technical trails, they grip in dry to mild mud like velcro and are well cushioned. The Peregrines are low stack, flexible and not very cushioned, but feel very stable, they just lack grip for steep downhills. The Spikecross grip in snow and make traversing hills securely a breeze, but they fit narrow for me. The Mafate Speed 4 is a highstack very cushioned, stiff sole, but it does have a little roll to it.

I used Saucony Peregrines for road running in the winter, and Salomon Spike Cross for trail with snow and ice. I don't know if they still make the Spikecross, but they are basically speedcross with metal studs

Look at the Salomon line up. They were designed for this terrain. I have Spike Cross 5s which are basically SpeedCross with studs.

I use spiked solomon shoes and just and extra layer or two. I dont like running in thick clothes and if its too chilly i run a bit faster. Honestly its not too bad unless its superwindy, to which i havent found a good solution. Works fine up to -25 C, not sure after that, might need something thicker.

Salomon winter cross spike. Not terrible for pavement, but grips like anything on ice. Decent lugs for snow, built in gator to keep your ankles dry. https://www.salomon.com/en-us/shop/product/winter-cross-spike-li4420.html?\_gl=1\*151y573\*\_up\*MQ..\*\_gs\*MQ..&gclid=CjwKCAiA9IC6BhA3EiwAsbltOEwPkKW0OFH6gpphBVrFok-zYgj\_zyOMvh-zd-bKwmqGpy7vQyZ3ORoCl8sQAvD\_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#color=82909

I have the Salomon ones with the built in gator and spikes. It can be pure ice and I'll have traction, also up to 3-4" of snow and it won't get in.

[https://www.salomon.com/en-us/product/winter-cross-spike-li4420/L47307300](https://www.salomon.com/en-us/product/winter-cross-spike-li4420/L47307300) Tungsten spikes built in, built in gator, warm. I've used these for Colorado winters and they're pretty good. Mine are a bit older and have less padding, but these look improved.

If you don't want to spring for studded shoes, do it yourself. I did this for years and it worked but them indulged in the Salomon Speedspikes. Now I just skate ski in winter. https://www.therunnersplate.com/2013/12/10/how-to-put-studs-in-your-running-shoes/

I 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.

The best ones are the ones that fit!! I have wide toes and wore Solomon trail runners for a long time. I switched to Merrell Moab hikers a couple of years ago. Both are 13 Wide (EEE).

The 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).

What 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.

Over 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.

I 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.

Salomon trail runners. They’re my goat shoes - the only thing they don’t get a grip on is wet wood.

Absolutely, did all of the ABC trek in trail runners (Hoka, Salomon). You really appreciate the lightness of them.

I love my Salomon trail runners. I prefer them to my hiking boots and exclusively use them for hiking.

I'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.

Current Salomon trail runners have to thick of a sole and cant feel rock well beneath them but I do agree that ideally trail runner style would be cool. maybe the ones I have just dont work well for this specific use case.