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Salomon Speedcross 4

Name: Salomon Speedcross 4
Brand: Salomon
Rating: 4.4 (5 reviews)

Trail · Neutral · 10.5 oz · 11mm drop

Discontinued — we no longer see this shoe in stock. The Salomon Speedcross 5 replaced it

How it ranks

The Salomon Speedcross 4 rates in the 64th percentile overall among trail shoes. It rates highest on looks.

Based on 5 runner reviews.

Very good

81/100

Overall

Very good 81

Appearance

Appearance rating

We estimate how this shoe ranks by combining runner ratings, whether reviewers say they'd buy a shoe again, and direct comparisons to other shoes they've run in. We also consider related product-line performance and trusted external ratings. More review data helps narrow the likely rating range.

Better Shoes Rating

Excellent (93/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 89% of shoes

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Excellent 93

Durability

Durability rating

Better Shoes Rating

Very good (89/100)

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Scores better than 82% of shoes

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Very good 89

Value

Value rating

Better Shoes Rating

Good (79/100)

Compared To Other Shoes

Scores better than 58% of shoes

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Good 79

Comfort

Comfort rating

Better Shoes Rating

Good (72/100)

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Scores better than 40% of shoes

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Good 72

Cushioning

Cushioning rating

Better Shoes Rating

Average (69/100)

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Scores better than 30% of shoes

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Average 69

What runners say

“Forefoot tread wears too fast; soft rubber squishes on toe strikes downhill.”

4/5 Full review

“Great ankle stability and solid footing on technical trails.”

5/5 Full review

“Soft, thick lugs grip terrain and dry rocks well.”

fearlesshyena 4/5 Full review

“Pretty waterproof, but bog trotting or river running will soak them.”

4/5 Full review

“Great grip and comfort going up, down, and through technical terrain with rocks, roots, and switchbacks.”

5/5 Full review

“Locking lace system keeps heel locked and foot secure.”

4/5 Full review

“Good grip, hard sole means you feel less trail impact—not the softest ride.”

4/5 Full review

“Way too easy to over-tighten the lace system on early outings.”

4/5 Full review

“A bit too stiff and hot for trail running.”

fearlesshyena 4/5 Full review

“Non-climate-control version is more comfortable overall.”

5/5 Full review

Prefer this shoe over another

50% 2/4

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Reader Ratings

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Runner reviews

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Brown County Billygoat Trails!

Anonymous runner · Jul 26, 2019

5/5

Overall

Great grip & comfort going up and down trails rocks & roots galore and side to side & zigzag switchbacks constantly! This shoe does not hesitate and you will be left in the wake of mud if you do not mountup with these on. No disappointments when you finish your run!

Comfort: 5/5
Cushioning: 4/5
Durability: 5/5
Appearance: 5/5
Value: 5/5

Rugged and attractive

Anonymous runner · Jul 12, 2019

4/5

Overall

I spent a lot of time researching what to buy for my latest trail/fell running footwear, i tried on many pairs by a few of my favourite and trusted brands and these are the ones i picked. I must say the look is waht swayed me when i was down to the last few pairs, i think they are an attractive and rugged looking shoe. I run off road quite a bit an needed something a bit more tough than what i was using. The outer on these is the mid range option between the standard speedcrodss and speedcross GTX. they are pretty waterproof but if you end up bog trotting or river running you're expecting too much if you think these will keep you dry but the fit was good for me so i don't mind wet feet as i don't end up with rubbing or blisters. The grip is good and the sole is hard enough that you wont feel every lump and bump in the trail and as such they are not the softest ride. This is the first pair of trainers I've had that don't have standard laces and that was the only thing i had to get used to. for the first little while every time i went out i'd have to stop to loosen them as it's way too easy to over-tighten. Once i got over that though I've never looked back.

Comfort: 4/5
Cushioning: 4/5
Durability: 5/5
Appearance: 5/5
Value: 4/5

Great durable shoe for trails, but too stiff for me.

fearlesshyena · Jul 8, 2019

4/5

Overall

The soft, thick lugs are great for gripping terrain and (dry) rocks. This is my go-to shoe for backpacking. I'd like it for trail running, but it's a bit too stiff and hot for my taste. I prefer something minimal like a Merrell Trail Glove. After owning these for a year, I only run in them if there's a chance of snow and I really need a LOT of traction.

Comfort: 4/5
Cushioning: 4/5
Durability: 4/5
Appearance: 5/5
Value: 5/5

Love the Speedcross 4s!!

Anonymous runner · Feb 27, 2018

5/5

Overall

Living in Northwest New Mexico there are ample opportunities for trail running. I have loved these shoes for running mountain bike trails and hiking trails in Southwest Colorado. They provide great stability in the ankles and solid footing even on fairly technical trails. I have purchased two pair of them one had climate control, the other did not. I found the ones without climate control to be more comfortable in general. However the ones with climate control have come in handy for hiking in the snow and doing various runs in cold weather. I have run in the snow and rain in the ones without climate control, they kept my feet dry and warm.

Comfort: 5/5
Cushioning: 5/5
Durability: 5/5
Appearance: 4/5
Value: 4/5

Potential as a top trail race performance shoe.

Anonymous runner · Feb 6, 2018

4/5

Overall

Great colors, stylish, sleek, top of the market quick lace system, great balance of waterproof material/breathable. Heel cushioning fine- doesn’t really factor into racing on toes. Weakest factor was the forefoot. Forefoot tread was not durable enough. Tread rubber was soft. You could actually feel the rubber squish on a toe strike downhill on rocky trails. Locking lace system did heel lock that heel in and keep foot secure in shoe (unlike traditional lace up shoes where all of locking pressure is tight on the last upper knot/cross lace. Tread wore out too fast. Potentially look into a version with forefoot cushioning built up like Hoka to aid in fast down hill trail stretches. Great shoe, still have them and use them for outdoor fun.

Comfort: 3/5
Cushioning: 3/5
Durability: 3/5
Appearance: 5/5
Value: 4/5