Salomon Men’s X Ultra 3 Hiking Shoes, PHANTOM/Black/Hawaiian Surf, 10
February 5, 2020 - Comment
A best seller, the x ultra 3 has evolved into an even more effective hiking shoe. Thanks to descent control technology, it efficiently tackles technical hikes and really shines during tough descents. Wear this breathable pair in warm weather and dirt conditions, and head downhill with a spring in your step
Product Features
- A time-tested last refined over the years produces an optimal fit. It’s designed to work synergistically with the reinforced top arm of the sensifit, holding your foot comfortably in place, especially when you’re headed downhill.
- The Advanced Chassis, surrounded by foam cushioning for comfort, connects directly to the sole to stabilize your heel.
- Two different types of rubber are strategically placed on the sole, resulting in a more intense grip. A special patterned area on the heel grabs terrain more aggressively, giving you more control when you’re moving along at a healthy clip.
- Mid sole – injected EVA
- Salomon 2 year limited warranty
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Highly durable, comfortable, and fit These shoes are VERY comfortable. Took them on one strenuous hike, Hemmed in Hollow, AR, and Whitaker Point. The grip on wet rock could be slightly better, but otherwise great shoes. Grip on dry conditions is great, they have really good cushion and kept my feet from getting too tired and prevented soreness the next day. The soles are very durable, barely showing any wear. The contouring of the shoe around your feet provides good stability for odd surfaces. The quick tie system didn’t get loose…
Narrow fit I like everything else about this shoe except the fit. The looks, padding, and out sole are all great. The toe box is wide enough but the middle of the shoe is very narrow and to make it much worse, the insole has wings that stick up on the inner side and it rubs against the inside of your foot above the arch. I have normal width feet, not wide at all (never needed wide sizes). I can’t imagine wearing these on a hike. It would be very uncomfortable and probably cause blisters. I thought about…
Good build quality, weird ergonomics I have used Salomon Speedcross shoes for years, and absolutely love them. I bought these hoping they would be similar to what I was used to in the Speedcross but with a little more support for 20+ mile hikes or with a moderate amount of weight. I did not find this to be true. While the are well made I did not find the ergonomics to be any more supportive and I continue to have a few hot spots despite breaking them in for many miles. There is a seam right on top of your toes that rubs and killed…