Salomon XA Pro 5 Trail Running Shoe - Men's

Well, I have a hard time keeping Salomon trail runner's models straight. I've run a number of 50ks in the XA Pro 3D's, and loved their ability to carry my 185lbs over that distance. These XA Pro 5's improve the cushion markedly. I ran a 12mi training run in them, out of the box, then wore them for the first 30mi of a 50 miler. A marked improvement, where I didn't think it was needed. The lacing is great and enables the shoe to be cinched-up enough to fit my long (13), narrow (B) foot. From now on, I'll be training in the XA Pro 3D's and racing in these.

These seem like a great pair of trail shoes for people with high arches. My slightly lower than normal arches are too low to wear these without pain. I had to return them, and got a pair of XT Hawk 2s instead, which were perfect.

i bought this shoe for adventure racing duty. This past season ive used it in 6 races, and it does a great job for that purpose. I dont use it for a normal trail run shoe because i find it too big and clunky. but for spending long hours on your feet, and bushwacking through tons of mess, this offers tons of comfort. if you like cushion and support its a great trail running shoe, if you like a lighter more bare bones feel, I would look elsewhere.

pros: great quick lacing system, good comfort for long endurance events. can double easily as a lightweight hiking shoe. the sole is great on all types of terrain including mud and paved surfaces (no super large lugs that wear down quickly)

cons: too large and heavy to be a pure trail run shoe for my taste

I run and race on varied terrain in Northern California. So, I needed a shoe that offered protection but was light enough to race in. After several missteps with other companies, I tried these shoes and have been a loyal customer ever since. The tension on the lacing has been consistent and I have never had any breakage problems. The tread works well in all conditions and has never separated from the mid sole. I'm a medium sized runner (160 pounds) so I can't vouch for the Clysdales out there, but for people my size or smaller, I don't think you can find a better all around shoe.

Great shoes out of the box. Ran a 12 mile trail run straight out of the box--no hot spots, rubbing, or soreness. Finally, Salomon has added a bit more forefoot padding (more than my last pair of XT Wings). I've been on a number of 2 to 3 hour LSD trail runs with these XA Pro 5's, and I have no complaints whatsoever: good padding, traction, and comfort. They were spendy, but IMHO, well worth the price. For reference, I have a narrow foot and a high arch, and shoes fit like a glove. Highly recommended!

I've worn 3 pairs of XA 3Ds prior to the Pro 5s and always wanted a little more cushioning, these deliver. At little pricey but I noticed that the only part that wore out on the 3Ds, the soles, are thicker on these. Worth the investment.

Love the new XA Pro. Loved the old ones but for long runs and firm conditions the old XA Pro's felt like they lacked cusioning in the heal. But I land hard on my heals. Anyway the new ones are better cushioned and seem to just feel faster and they run better. Same increadible fit and lacing system. Also seem like a little deeper lugs which are better traction and should last even longer. Way to go Salomon.