Sense Ride 5 Series

Yeah I've gone to a shop to try them on. I've worn the Salomon Sense Rides before so going for that would be a safe bet. The other two models do also appeal to me as I'm interested to try Innov8's technology, but wasn't sure how comfortable that pair is on tarmac.

Sense Ride is the most comfortable, mainly because I've worn them before. My feet aren't used to Innov8's make and its relatively lower heel drop but I'm contemplating giving it a shot - only if this model is suitable for pavement to trail running though.

Yeah, I've been really pleased with my Sense Ride 5's and have found them perfect for 'mixed' usage (road and trail, all seasons). These have done over 800km now and whilst there's some outer lug wear they're lasting really well and I reckon they've got a fair bit of life remaining: [https://ibb.co/CNqkhhF](https://ibb.co/CNqkhhF) [https://ibb.co/twdNGztk](https://ibb.co/twdNGztk) (I think the photos aren't doing them justice - they look newer in the flesh) Amazing value for money (I paid £60 for them).

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).

And Sense Ride, while we're on Salomon.

I did around 300 miles, and the soles still look really good. I can’t say exactly how many of those miles were on asphalt, but it must be a lot since I usually plan my routes ad hoc along the way. I’m sure there are plenty of better trail shoes out there, but I don’t think they’d last that long (as I’m planning to use SUG3). Previously, I ran about 600 miles in Salomon Sense Ride 5 before they wore out. 😉

I always liked the Salomon Sense Ride. Very durable. Not a large lugged shoe.

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.