X-Wind Pro Road Running Shoe - Men's

If you're thinking about dipping a toe into trail running, the Salomon Men's X-Wind Pro Trail Running Shoe will take you from your front door to the trail head, and then miles on down that hard-packed dirt path. The stretchy air mesh upper and abrasion-resistant textile lining dry in a flash and reduce the chances of your toes suffering in sweaty silence. A moderate 9mm drop keeps the heel-strikers happy and the midfoot runners motoring along as well. Regardless of your running style or chosen terrain, the X-Wind Pro makes the mileage magical.
Stretch air mesh on top and a robust textile lining move moisture away from your foot. The Ortholite insole comes out if you have something against a cushioned footstrike—or want to use a custom insert. The midsole combines injected EVA and compressed EVA to give your running cushioned stability. Injected EVA in back and in front help you maintain sure footing without a lot of lateral leeway, and compressed EVA from heel to top makes hitting the ground to toeing off a positively soft experience.
Getting from the start to the finish, be it your gait cycle or your running route, should be fluid and smooth, not herky-jerky. Transition Link Carriage (TLC) construction connects the heel crash pad with the forefoot of the shoe for fluid foot motion. A protective toe cap helps your paw survive burly curbs and low-hanging sassy branches. Two different varieties of Contragrip on the outsole enhance sole durability while providing multi-terrain grip. The X-Wind Pro took several cues from Salomon's all-terrain vehicle, the XR Crossmax. Whether you're a loyal Salomon runner or a virgin trail runner, you'll be singing the praises of this crossover shoe for seasons to come.