Had these for about a year now and haven't had any problems with them. They've held up well and are still in good shape and i love not having to tie them.

I am a soldier deployed oversea. I purchased My wings after I had gone through two pair of New Balance shoes. I have a wide foot and they had been the only shoe that worked for me. Needless to say the combination of road, gravel paths and moon dust trails did not do them any good. I heard about the wings and Soloman shoes through another runner here. I looked around for a shoe that would hold up to these conditions. I have since put over 500 miles on them, through all of the same wear and tear of the others and have to tell you I have never been happier. Their first test was the army ten miler the first time I worn them. I never got a blister or even discomfort, they breathed real well and since have not had anything go wrong with them. I highly recommend them to anyone looking at wearing a pair of shoes for these conditions.

Like all Salomon runners these fit my foot like a glove. Only one trail run in them so far but they felt great. Very stable. Forefoot seems like right blend of not too stiff and not too soft.

this is my second pair of wings. I have been using them in the high desert mountains of southern arizona. they have outstanding traction and durability on the sharp rocks and have again proven themselves to be the best running shoe i have ever own.

The Salomon XT Wings are great shoes. I wanted something that I can use for trails and on the road (I had top-of-the-range Asics for the road before). I took them for its first spin and they behaved well. The heal landing on downhills is very soft and remarkable stable. I did feel some of the larger stones through the frontfoot, but shoes with protective plates to prevent this are much heavier (and squeek). The outer sole seem more durable than a road shoe but still has good grip, but not like sticky rubber. Don't see this as negative as my super grip sticky rubber shoes lasted only 2 months. So if you want a light trail shoe that works on the road too, this shoe will do.. and it looks great.

I ran the San Francisco Marathon yesterday wearing the XT Wings. I had my doubts at first when a small but painful blister formed during an 18 mile combination road and trail training run. One thing I need to point out here is that the 18 miler was also the first time I wore the shoes so a break-in period may have helped with the blister problem. Anyway, as soon as I switched to a slightly thicker socks (Smartwool Adrenalines), all my foot problems went away. The shoes exceeded my expectations during the marathon. It provided adequate traction and support throughout the race, especially over the Golden Gate bridge which was noticeably slippery last year while wearing my Asics Kayanos. It provided a comfortable ride and the laces remained snug and held in place. But my most important criteria in judging a running shoe is how I feel after the race. Absolutely no pain or discomfort. What more can you ask from a running shoe? The only thing I have against this shoe is its weight. It is a bit lighter than my Asics Kayanos but heavier than my most favorite trail-only running shoe... the Salomon Speedcross 2.

Not a bad shoe- i have been a die hard salomon fan for years and relied on the XA Pro 3D and figured that i would go up a level of quality to the XT Wings. The shoe is not too bad and i have not noticed any real differences between these shoes and the xa pros other than the price. They seem to have more cushioning on the heel and a bigger toe cap but comfort and durability is no different. i love salmon shoes because of the ability to put them on right out of thebox and be super comfortbale, however these are the first pair that i have owned that gave me a blister on the side of my foot. Pretty nice looking butmy next pair will be the tried and true XA Pros as they are awesome and have never failed me.

I use these shoes everyday. they have held up great and are comfortable. Just what I was looking for

As a long time (satisfied) user of the XA Pro 3D I figured I'd give the XT Wings a try for mixed road and trail routes. To this end they are a decent shoe for going from pavement to trail and back and I'm pretty satisfied with them.
Unlike the XA Pro which fit my feet perfectly, the XT feel as though they run about a half size larger around the heel area (I have wide toes and narrow heels).
In the XA Pro I run in size 11, the XT is a little sloppy at this size. They also seem more susceptible to being torn by trail debris than the XA Pro. This is due to the large amount of foam for pronation and shock control.

Overall a decent shoe for the inevitable times I find myself running on pavement.

I'm a faithful Salomon shoe user but found these shoes to be a little too high sitting for my liking. One of the reasons I like Salomons is because the have a nice low platform. These are a tad higher than norm.

These are the most comfortable trail shoes in my experience, and fit great on narrow feet. Great in hot, icy, or wet conditions, they're very light as well. I've retired my first pair after 700+ trail miles, and here's where they wore out: laces fraying against eyelets, sticky tread worn through, and an annoying squeak has developed in one. These would not hold up to much road surface, but rock on almost any other surface

This is my second pair of Salomon shoes, the first being the XA PRO's which, though I found them to be a "feel the trail" shoe, I managed to wear for over 500 miles of heavy trail. These new XT WINGS seem really stable and seem to protect my underfoot better; there's more beef in the sole than in the PRO's. Though I've only worn them on two trail runs, so far, I have not rolled my ankle, yet, which I do regularly. Also, I was able to wear a half size smaller Wings (size 11.5 instead of 12) and there seems to be plenty of toe room comfort (I generally wear a 10.5 in regular shoes). I do have some discomfort on top of my foot from the new shoes, but I'm hoping that is just from the fact that they're new. I recalled that my first pair went through the same period. I look forward to many more miles.

Pros: Lightweight, breathable, supportive, comfy, good rubber.

Cons: Can't really think of any.

These are my go to shoes. They are lighter and breathe better than the XA 3d pros, they are cheaper than the S Lab Wings, all without being too heavy or sacrificing too much support. I have flat feet and these offer enough support to keep my shins from screaming 2 miles in. Also fantastic for fast and light hikes. If you own one pair of Salomons, own these.

I have a pair of these shoes and they could not be more comfy, great for just wearing around, but when I want to trail run , or fast hike they are great. I got lost in the Clifty Wilderness in Kentucky, by the time I found my way back to camp I was completely beat up, and scratched, but my feet were fine...Thanks to my pair of XT wings.

I'll give them 4 stars, cause a 5 star shoe is nearly impossible to find I think. I just got these to replace my Salomon GCS XCR. So far I am really pleased. I run on pavement with them, feels fine. I like how the have a thicker heal than the XA Comp... That was my other choice. They fit a little larger than the other Salmon's I have had. I wore 11.5, but have an 11 in the wings, but I like a tighter fit. The reason I didn't go with the WP ones, is cause of the HEAT of the XCR GCS shoes I had before. These are cooler, but still warm. I haven't run anywhere in the dirt besides my yard, and have not taken them on an overnighter or anything, but so far I like them. Good grip, cushy, tight on foot... negatives? They don't breath super well. A little "clunky" compared to the XA Comp. Pavement = XT WINGS | Woods = XA Comp or GCS

I have been running in these for about a month now. and they were pretty good right off the bat. but once I broke them in they were awesome. so far none of the lacing issues that a lot of people have. I don;t pull my laces too tight either because I know my feet are going to swell a little as the mileage increases. But so far, worth the money.

i have wide feet and i just could not get enough room in these. i returned them and got the XA Pro 3D Ultra Wide, and these are still a bit narrow in some parts like the heel and mid. I wish they made these to fit my feet!

Good shoes but they are spendy. Sizing seems normal.

These are by far the most comfortable pair of shoes that I have ever had on my feet. You DO get what you pay for.

Very comfortable shoe, but for $120, I expect to get more than 5 months out of them. I did trail running, road running and wore them to my sons baseball games/practices. Nothing more than I would put a $70 pair of shoes through, but after 4 months they began to show signs of old age, by 5 months they felt like a pair of house slippers.

I just purchased these the other week and love them. They breathe extremely well and have plenty of support for the the heel of the foot. The lacing system works great, I was a little hesitant not knowing much about that system. After getting the shoes I love it. easy on and off and adjust to the foot extremely well. I normally wear an 11 US in other shoes and got an 11 in these. So they fir true to size.

The Salomon XT Wings are fantastic. A top of the range, light off road shoe with the best lacing system I’ve come across. The foot is firmly gripped and consequently stable, yet super comfortable. Off road running is where it’s at and these are the business. In my opinion superior to the ‘XA Pro 3D Ultra’s’- my introduction to the Salomon running range.

I bought my first pair of Salomon XT Wings shoes about a year ago and had no idea what to expect. Now, I see them as the best investment in shoeware I've made so far in my life. These shoes are extremely comfortable with hardly no break-in time needed. The Contragrip tread provides substantial grip when needed and the whole shoe is just tough, securely built to last. I tear the crap out of all shoes I buy through parkour/freerunning, trail-running, backpacking, walking, and even as a water shoe. They have lasted for almost a year of my abuse which is about 7 months longer than most shoes I buy so awesome! My only complaint is the insole is soft and has holes in it which get sand and dirt in them. The price hurts a little too but great product!

This is my second pair of XT Wings and I love them. I run about 20 miles per week mostly trail, but have to take pavement to the trail so they work great for both. No problem either if you run all pavement as I can't really tell the difference from my Asics Nimbus. They have a wider toe box and higher arches just like the Nimbus. I use to run mostly in the Nimbus and use my Salomon XA Pro for trail only.... no need to have two shoes anymore! I just purchased the waterproof version of this shoe and it works great as well. Have taken a couple of runs in the snow and no leakage and it seems to breath better than the XCR Gortex.

i am 6 feet 1 inch, and 195 pounds. i run long and like to actively use the whole trail - always interested in running over stuff than around. these shoes have great support, great cushion for a heavy runner, with high impact running style.

they will not last forever, 200 miles is about the max. get new ones to avoid injuries, or chronic knee or foot pain

Ive had these shoes for 2 months and im so impressed with them im taking them backpacking with me to colorado... i have that much faith in them.

this shoe got me back into running after years of being lazy. great cushioning, lacing system, and enough support for trail running or light hiking; very breathable and completely worth it. you won't be disappointed

I think that the lace up system that Salomon uses in their trail runners is the best (better even than the boa which I've managed to break on some TNF trail runners). These XT Wings are very comfortable, light weight, and pretty breathable. A good choice for trail running on fairly smooth / consistent trails. They may be a little soft for trail running over rocky and more varied terrain.

This is my first pair of these shoes. Iw will definitely buy another pair in the future. well worth the $$

i am 6' 1" and 195, and trail run only. my foot is a bit narrow. I am a dynamic runner, and run hard, descend fast. The XT wings are great trail running shoes. they have better support than the XApro, and a stiff chassis that signifantly helps in absorbing rock point loads. the shoe is good fit for my foot, more narrow than normal. they only last me about 250 miles, so if you run a lot in the summer, get a couple pair. also like the quick lacing system, fast, and will not come untied.

Bought these and I regularly run up the Big Cottonwood / Little Cottonwood canyon hiking trails here in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Supportive, the overall sole height is a little high but not into ankle rolling territory. Quick lacing system rocks, haven't had any issues. These are some of the lightest trail running shoes I have ever worn.

Fit:
Wide forefoot. Med-high instep support. Narrow(ish) heel pocket.

Awesome shoe, worth every dollar.

I'm on my 4th pair of Wings (I love the feel of this shoe) but I have to admit that the laces in the last couple of pairs sucked. I replaced the laces in the last pair twice and I just replaced the laces in my newest pair yesterday and they are only about a month old! The laces are a pain in the rump to replace and it can't be done easily in the field. In addition, unless you have a really cool retailer who will hook you up, the lace kits cost about $10CAN. I hear the models with plastic lace guides are better. If I have to change these laces again within an unreasonable timeframe I'll be changing models or going back to Montrail.

I have been using Solomon XA Pro 3Ds on and off for 18 months. I was hoping these XT Wings would make up for all the deficiencies in the XA Pro. Boy, was I wrong. These shoes are very flexi and still have a soft bottom. After using them to trail run in Hawaii and in Utah, I have concluded that they just aren't designed for serious trail running. I'm tired of the rock bruises through the thin soft soles and the heal cup rubs a lot.

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so far, i've been wearing them as my everyday shoe and to the gym. the lightness and breathability are both excellent.