My colleague at work raves about his speedcross trainers but because I have wide feet he said I’d probably find them too tight fitting and then I found they did a wide version. I can honestly say that these trainers are super comfy - as I’m getting older I’m getting a bit precious about this and only wear good quality socks etc! The trainers feel supportive out of the box and are roomy in the toe box. On runs they feel grippy off road in most conditions with no worries about slipping. I can wear these all day and my feet don’t ache. Initially I thought I would not like the lace system but they are so easy to just slip on and off that honestly they feel like bedroom slippers. I don’t think I would consider another trainer now I have found these and like my colleague ... MoreMy colleague at work raves about his speedcross trainers but because I have wide feet he said I’d probably find them too tight fitting and then I found they did a wide version. I can honestly say that these trainers are super comfy - as I’m getting older I’m getting a bit precious about this and only wear good quality socks etc! The trainers feel supportive out of the box and are roomy in the toe box. On runs they feel grippy off road in most conditions with no worries about slipping. I can wear these all day and my feet don’t ache. Initially I thought I would not like the lace system but they are so easy to just slip on and off that honestly they feel like bedroom slippers. I don’t think I would consider another trainer now I have found these and like my colleague I will be waxing lyrical about these trainers to anyone who will dare to listen….. if you are thinking about buying these don’t hesitate - you won’t be disappointed

I am delighted today to take delivery of a new pair of Salomon Speedcross 5 Goretex. Note that I am buying Speedcross 5. The photo is of a 6-month old Speedcross 6. I do hope Salomon is continuing making Speedcross 5. This is what I found lacking in the 6, compared to the 5. It does not breath as well as the 5's. It does not clean at all easily. Note the stains. It damages easier. My previous pair of 5's took much more of a beating than the 6's and they never stained or scuffed like the 6's. Lastly, the design and colour schemes of the 6's are nowhere near as sassy as the many colour combinations of the Speedcross 5's. No, Salomon, for something of a slightley lighter shoe (which I never noticed really) Speedcross 6 is a step back. Not forward. Please don't ... MoreI am delighted today to take delivery of a new pair of Salomon Speedcross 5 Goretex. Note that I am buying Speedcross 5. The photo is of a 6-month old Speedcross 6. I do hope Salomon is continuing making Speedcross 5. This is what I found lacking in the 6, compared to the 5. It does not breath as well as the 5's. It does not clean at all easily. Note the stains. It damages easier. My previous pair of 5's took much more of a beating than the 6's and they never stained or scuffed like the 6's. Lastly, the design and colour schemes of the 6's are nowhere near as sassy as the many colour combinations of the Speedcross 5's. No, Salomon, for something of a slightley lighter shoe (which I never noticed really) Speedcross 6 is a step back. Not forward. Please don't discontinue the 5's. But I will probably but another pair of 5's soon just in case.

I was lucky enough to trial this shoe in Annecy over varied terrain in wet weather. Straight out of the box the shoe fits well, with a very accommodating fit without feeling loose. The material in the toe box is extremely flexible but remains protective against roots and rocks. As you would expect from the speedcross the sole is super protective and grips in all conditions; I took these on clay, grass, mud, sand, smooth rock, and shingle all in wet conditions and with varying accents and descents and it outperformed any other shoe I have worn!As someone with neutral feelings on the speedcross 5, I would wholeheartedly recommend the 6 for short to mid distance off road runs where grip on difficult/technical terrain is a priority.I normally go up half a size in ... MoreI was lucky enough to trial this shoe in Annecy over varied terrain in wet weather. Straight out of the box the shoe fits well, with a very accommodating fit without feeling loose. The material in the toe box is extremely flexible but remains protective against roots and rocks. As you would expect from the speedcross the sole is super protective and grips in all conditions; I took these on clay, grass, mud, sand, smooth rock, and shingle all in wet conditions and with varying accents and descents and it outperformed any other shoe I have worn!As someone with neutral feelings on the speedcross 5, I would wholeheartedly recommend the 6 for short to mid distance off road runs where grip on difficult/technical terrain is a priority.I normally go up half a size in Salomon shoes and I would say this shoe is no different; although the accommodating toe box may see some runners sticking true to normal size.Fantastic shoe, and a notable improvement over the 5; Excited to see where Salomon could go from here!