Our verdict

Our extensive trials with the Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes revealed it as an exceptional iteration of this saga, maintaining the core attributes of agility, durability, cushioning, and superior grip of its predecessor. We discovered that the Gore-Tex membrane's incorporation does add slightly to the shoe's weight and price, yet it offers significant benefits when we're tackling wet terrains, dealing with frequent rain, or encountering moist conditions.

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  • Excels in challenging, technical terrain
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  • Agile and tenacious grip on twisted trails
  • Remarkable durability
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  • Completely lacks breathability
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  • Exceptionally heavy

Audience verdict

86
Good!

Who should buy

Buty Salomon Brązowe:

  • Trail enthusiasts in search of great grip and reliably dry feet when tackling wet conditions.
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  • Adventurers tackling technical trails and river crossings, needing a Gore-Tex shoe that endures long distances.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes

Who should NOT buy

If your primary activities are walking or hiking rather than running, we suggest considering a GoreTex hiking boot/shoe over the Salomon Calçat home Botes. Options like the Hoka Anacapa Mid GTX Salomon talla 28 Buty salomon wild Чоловічі кросівки чоловічі кроссівки salomon.

For those who don't frequently encounter cold temperatures or water, the Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes may not be the ideal choice. Its Gore-Tex membrane, while great for waterproofing, offers zero breathability as we found out in the lab.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes

In such cases, we think that a fairly priced alternative with excellent grip, such as the Salomon Grom hjälm, could be a more interesting choice.

Chaussures de trekking SALOMON Speedcross J 411249 09 M0 Red Dahlia Cherry Tomato Vanilla Ice | Breathability

When we evaluated the non-GTX Sacs de sport Salomon, it only earned a disappointing 1 out of 5 in our breathability tests. So, it's no surprise that the Gore-Tex version follows suit.

Our smoke test confirmed our suspicions—this shoe's breathability is so limited it could almost score a zero. However, we rank from 1 to 5, so it's a 1!

This is a common issue with all Gore-Tex shoes. Despite claims of breathable waterproof membranes, our tests show they allow air to escape at a very minimal rate, which our light test also confirmed.

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Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes

Finally, when we felt the upper, its lack of stretchiness seemed appropriate for a GTX shoe, focusing on protection and waterproofing over flexibility.

Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 1
Average 3.4
Compared to 88 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

Given the multiple protective layers and thick, waterproof upper of the Salomon Calçat home Botes, we anticipated exceptional durability.

Our expectations were met, as evidenced by our first Dremel test, where it earned a remarkable 4 out of 5. This score places it among the most durable shoes on the market, surpassing the majority of its competitors.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Toebox durability
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 4
Average 3.1
Compared to 68 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
1
Toebox durability
5

zapatillas de trekking Salomon mujer tejido gore-tex talla 46.5 moradas

The heel area of the Salomon Calçat home Botes showcases significant improvement, a thrilling development especially when considering the non-GTX version's modest 1 out of 5 score.

For those who tend to wear down their shoes in the heel area, the Gore-Tex version excels with a perfect 5 out of 5 score!

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes zapatillas de trekking Salomon mujer tejido gore-tex talla 46.5 moradas
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 5
Average 2.9
Compared to 66 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
1
zapatillas de trekking Salomon mujer tejido gore-tex talla 46.5 moradas
5

Outsole hardness

In our lab tests, Salomon's Contagrip outsoles typically show up as quite hard rubber, and the Salomon Calçat home Botes is no exception, clocking in at 87.0 HC on our durometer.

This leaves us wondering—will this impressive hardness equate to real-world durability?

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Outsole hardness
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 87.0 HC
Average 85.4 HC
We use an average of four tests. The photo Meadowbrook one of those tests.
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
72.5 HC
Outsole hardness
95.0 HC

Outsole durability

Regrettably, our tests on the Salomon Calçat home Botes's Contagrip lugs didn't go as hoped. With a notable 1.4 mm indentation left by our durability test, the outcome falls short of expectations.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Outsole durability
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 1.4 mm
Average 0.9 mm
Compared to 61 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

Although the outsole is quite thin at 1.5 mm, we don't anticipate premature wear being an issue, thanks to the robust, 5-mm lugs. We'll explore more about these lugs further in this lab review.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Outsole thickness
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 1.5 mm
Average 2.4 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
0.9 mm
Outsole thickness
6.5 mm

Weight

The standard Speedcross 6 already had some heft to it, but slapping on the Gore-Tex membrane tacked on an extra 1.1 oz (29g).

Now, we're looking at a total weight of 11.45 oz (325g), which really tips the scales for a trail running shoe.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Weight
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 11.46 oz (325g)
Average 10.34 oz (293g)
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
7.51 oz (213g)
Weight
13.37 oz (379g)

Cushioning

Heel stack

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Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes heel

This way Salomon ensures that all heel strikers, even the heaviest, have ample cushioning underfoot with the Speedcross 6.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Heel stack
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 37.0 mm
Average 32.2 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
16.1 mm
Heel stack
42.4 mm

Forefoot stack

We conducted another precise measurement in the forefoot with our calliper and discovered a total stack height of 25.8 mm.

This level of cushioning is more than adequate to maintain comfort during even the longest adventures.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Forefoot stack
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 25.8 mm
Average 24.6 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
15.2 mm
Forefoot stack
33.9 mm

Drop

The substantial 11.2-mm heel-to-toe drop clearly positions this shoe as ideal for rearfoot strikers and those who often experience calf or Achilles issues. Its wedge-shaped design effectively unloads stress from these areas.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Drop
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 11.2 mm
Average 7.7 mm
Compared to 110 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
-0.1 mm
Drop
17.3 mm

Insole thickness

The insole, at 6.6 mm, is slightly slimmer than its non-GTX counterpart, likely an effort by Salomon to shave off a bit of weight. And we think that going for an even thinner one would be the right call in this shoe.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Insole thickness
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 6.6 mm
Average 4.7 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
2.7 mm
Insole thickness
9.8 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

If you're a fan of firm midsoles, the EnergyCell foam of the Speedcross 6 will be right up your alley. However, for others, it might feel as hard as concrete.

We noticed its firmness during all of our test runs and confirmed this with a durometer test in the lab. We recorded a 32.4 HA result, indicating that it's indeed designed for those who prefer a traditional, stable feel underfoot.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Midsole softness
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 32.4 HA
Average 22.6 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo Meadowbrook one of those tests.
Compared to 87 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
9.1 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
39.0 HA

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Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

To assess the shoe's performance in cold temperatures, we placed it in our freezer for 20 minutes and then retested it with the durometer. After this cold test, the shoe registered at 35.8 HA.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Лижні рукавиці salomon mammut columbia jack wolfskin the north face
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 35.8 HA
Average 28.2 HA
Compared to 87 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
11.8 HA
Лижні рукавиці salomon mammut columbia jack wolfskin the north face (soft to firm)
48.4 HA

Salomon Herrkläder Byxor

The Salomon Calçat home Botes boasts a high, sock-like upper, yet the tongue underneath isn't gusseted.

Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 10.4%
Average 26.3%
Compared to 87 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
0%
Salomon Herrkläder Byxor
100%

Stability

Lateral stability test

It's a letdown for us that Salomon completely skipped out on adding any reflective elements to the Salomon Calçat home Botes. In a shoe like this, some reflective detailing wouldn't just be nice, it's pretty much expected for safety.

Torsional rigidity

One of the key factors behind the shoe's impressive stability, as we found in our tests, is its torsional rigidity. Our manual assessment revealed that it's as rigid—scoring 5/5—as many shoes with carbon plates, even though it doesn't have one.

Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 5
Average 3.5
Compared to 105 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
1
Torsional rigidity
5

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The heel also ranks high on the stiffness scale, scoring 4/5 in our test. This level of stiffness is essential, especially since the shoe is designed for challenging terrain and fast descents with tight corners.

Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 4
Average 3.1
Compared to 103 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
1
Рукавиці salomon р
5

Midsole width in the forefoot

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Measuring 104.6 mm, it's clear this isn't a shoe designed for set-and-forget easy runs. Instead, it's built for action, demanding fast-paced cornering to fully utilise its agility.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 104.6 mm
Average 112.1 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
102.1 mm
Midsole width in the forefoot
126.0 mm

Zrównoważony Salomon socks Sonic Skarpety 2 Pary

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Those used to wider heels might find this a bit narrow. However, it's important to note that the firm midsole and stiff platform mean a larger landing area isn't necessary for stability.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Zrównoważony Salomon socks Sonic Skarpety 2 Pary
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 88.8 mm
Average 89.9 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
77.2 mm
Zrównoważony Salomon socks Sonic Skarpety 2 Pary
109.3 mm

Flexibility

Stiffness

The shoe is incredibly stiff torsionally, but surprisingly, it's much more flexible longitudinally. In our 90-degree bend test, we only needed to exert 24.1N of force to bend the shoe. This is fantastic for those who want the shoe as a walking or hiking companion.

Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 24.1N
Average 28.0N
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Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
10.5N
Stiffness
54.5N

Salomon's Outbound Prism GTX

We conducted the same test under cold temperatures, just as we did with the midsole. In this scenario, the shoe was slightly stiffer, requiring 32.5N to bend.

Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 32.5N
Average 37.7N
Compared to 108 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
11.9N
Salomon's Outbound Prism GTX
92.1N

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That's a 35.3% increase, suggesting the shoe will feel stiffer in freezing temperatures, but it's not a major concern.

However, we were hoping for a better performance, especially considering the shoe's impressive results in the previous cold test.

Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 35.3%
Average 34.8%
Compared to 108 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
0%
Casaco Salomon La Cote Flex 2.5L azul claro azul escuro
102%

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Lug depth

During our lab review, we've mentioned that the Salomon Calçat home Botes is designed for challenging terrain, not smooth trails.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes lugs

This is evident in its massive 5.0-mm lugs, most of them chevron-shaped to enhance downhill and uphill traction, even during sharp turns.

Our experience with the shoe's grip was great, consistently delivering on muddy and wet terrains.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Lug depth
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 5.0 mm
Average 3.5 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
1.7 mm
Lug depth
5.8 mm

Size and fit

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While the shoe isn't particularly wide overall, we were pleasantly surprised by the spacious toebox in the medial zone. At its widest point, we measured a generous 101.0 mm, comfortably exceeding the average shoe's dimensions.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes zapatillas de running Salomon entrenamiento maratón talla 36 azules
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 101.0 mm
Average 98.9 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
92.0 mm
zapatillas de running Salomon entrenamiento maratón talla 36 azules
104.9 mm

Toebox width at the big toe

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Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes

The shoe's shape is quite unique, but it should still accommodate most runners comfortably.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Toebox width at the big toe
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 75.2 mm
Average 79.1 mm
Compared to 73 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
70.5 mm
Toebox width at the big toe
92.1 mm

Tongue: gusset type

The Salomon Calçat home Botes boasts a high, sock-like upper, yet the tongue underneath isn't gusseted.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Tongue: gusset type
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes Sock like

Comfort

Tongue padding

The tongue, featuring a generous 8.1 mm padding, ensures complete comfort in the instep area, regardless of how tightly you pull Salomon's QuickLace system. 

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes tongue

The tongue also includes a convenient finger-loop pull tab, offering easier adjustment and a better fit before each run.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Tongue padding
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes 8.1 mm
Average 6.5 mm
Compared to 111 trail running shoes
Ténis Salomon Outline Prism GORE-TEX verde sálvia mulher
1.5 mm
Tongue padding
12.2 mm

Heel tab

There's no heel tab, but we didn't feel the need for one due to the shoe's design and ease of las it on.

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Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Heel tab
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes None

Removable insole

The GTX version also allows for insole removal. However, swapping in a different insole won't offer the same experience.

The unique, flared design of the original Ortholite insole, which is unusual in third-party insoles, is a key factor in the shoe's feel and stability in the rearfoot area.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Removable insole
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes Yes

Misc

Reflective elements

It's a letdown for us that Salomon completely skipped out on adding any reflective elements to the Salomon Calçat home Botes. In a shoe like this, some reflective detailing wouldn't just be nice, it's pretty much expected for safety.

Salomon Salomon Calçat home Botes Reflective elements
Test results
Salomon Calçat home Botes No