JPG Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Just curious - why are so many shooters fans of Salomon shoes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 I can't wear them because I can't get wide widths but they are light, breathable, great traction, dry fast, easy off easy on minimalist shoes. I think they also sponsor Rudy so that probably explains some of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Steele Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Traction. They are all terrain running shoes. Adidas are popular as well because they are also all terrain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasley Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 I can't wear them because I can't get wide widths but they are light, breathable, great traction, dry fast, easy off easy on minimalist shoes. I think they also sponsor Rudy so that probably explains some of it My feet are about as wide as they are long and New Balance is the only company that makes athletic shoes I can wear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loves2Shoot Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 I use them for hiking first, shooting second. They fit my feet very well and I Like they don't have laces, so they have a lot of win for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruStreet Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Same here I'm also flat footed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a matt Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Comfortable, traction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 basically any kind of trail running shoe is what is ideal for IPSC/USPSA. nike make (or did make) an air pegassus 29+ trail which was great. saloman speed cross 8 are really popular and the innov8 shoes are gaining popularity now too. basically if it's a shoe designed for trails it will be good for IPSC. some wear cleat which are great in grass or muddy ground, but if you have a bridge or some hard wood surface in the stage they can be deadly. trail shoes offer a great balance between grass/mud grip, loose surface grip while still being ok on hard surfaces. golf shoes are ok, but have stiff bases as they are designed for standing still traction, not running around. regular running shoes are no good. cleats have the limitations I mentioned. trail shoes are really the best option for all round performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reshoot Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Why? They are the lightest, most comfortable shoe I have ever shot in. Seriously! There is one down side, with the Salomon Speed Cross 3 . . . walk through dew covered grass and your socks are soaked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biloxi23 Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 I have one screwed together ankle, a replaced left knee and a bad right knee. Salomons are the only ones I have found that do not kill my feet and ankle on all day matches. The first pair I bought were a pukey looking green as that is all I could find in my size. They were ugly but comfortable. I just ordered another pair in a color called dark cloud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Seem to be some pretty good prices here: http://www.zappos.com/salomon-sneakers-athletic-shoes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Steele Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Why? They are the lightest, most comfortable shoe I have ever shot in. Seriously! There is one down side, with the Salomon Speed Cross 3 . . . walk through dew covered grass and your socks are soaked Use KIWI water proofing spray. It's a must for early morning range setup in dew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a matt Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 I have 3pr Inov8 & 3 Salomon"s. the Inov8s are the lightest but the Salomon are the most comfortable. The Inov8's get so light 4 stages and I feel like I've been shooting with socks only. I order then light so it my fault. Lol both are great. The Gortex in the Inov8s is awesome. Can't beat dry sox... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Comfortable, traction. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Hello: They are very comfortable and clean up easily. They do make a cold winter weather shoes that stay dry with Goretex. I use a pair of those for my before and after skiing shoes. They are a mid cut shoe and protect my ankles when setting up stages. One pair of Salomon's I have had for 4 years now and they still look new. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultimo-Hombre Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Promotive Google it You have to become a qualifying member. Originally designed as a pro deal distributor for military/ fire/ police, however many other professionals qualify such as NRA instructors. Once accepted Solomon is just one of the many sponsors that will give you epic pro deals (50% off) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParaGunner Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 They're just cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sperman Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 I used to wear Addidas Corner Blitz for shooting. By the end of the day my feet were aching, and if I worked the match there was no way I could wear them 3 or 4 days in a row. I switched to the Salomon and my feet feel as good at the end of a 4 day match as they would if I spent the weekend on the sofa. Like others have said, they are light and extremely comfortable, while offering good traction. They also use a lacing system that can't come untied, which is a small but nice feature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifeislarge Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Promotive Google it You have to become a qualifying member. Originally designed as a pro deal distributor for military/ fire/ police, however many other professionals qualify such as NRA instructors. Once accepted Solomon is just one of the many sponsors that will give you epic pro deals (50% off) So who can get the USPSA to sign up as a member and get us the discounts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSeevers Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 As said above. They are better. I don't buy $100 shoes for the looks. The lacing system should be on every shoe but I think it's patented. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mespo Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 They are comfortable, dry really fast, and have good traction. The best prices I have found is on Amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike21STI Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Promotive Google it You have to become a qualifying member. Originally designed as a pro deal distributor for military/ fire/ police, however many other professionals qualify such as NRA instructors. Once accepted Solomon is just one of the many sponsors that will give you epic pro deals (50% off) Thanks for this, signing up now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unregistered Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 Anyone wore both speedcross and mudclaws and can compare the two? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnote Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 So the CS version is waterproof but "hotter"and heavier?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 So the CS version is waterproof but "hotter"and heavier?? Hello: Yes on both. They are hotter and only slightly heavier. I wear light wool socks and my feet stay dry and warm. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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