Vanniek71 Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 I have my Aliexpress Solomon's for three months now and wear them for shooting and occasions daily wear. So far one of the strings broke and ordered a replacement pair from REI. The ones that came with the shoes are different. They are larger diameter and appear to be a different material than the Kevlar replacements from REI. The rest of the shoe seems to be of good quality and waterproof. The only bad thing I noticed is that the molded in cleats wear out quickly. Don't know if that is the case with the ones purchased sate side. Still I am satisfied since they only cost me $35 delivered. The cleats on my "Real" Salomons have worn off too, rather quickly actually. My "Fake" Salomons are are hodling up well to 3-4 matches and practice a month. still no issues with them so far. The only thing I have found is where you can tuck your laces in under the tongue is sewed a bit small so you really have to jam the lace holder and laces in there, but I wouldn't consider that an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butterpuc Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 I drank the koolaid, my speedcross 3s have arrived. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckS Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 (edited) Nike Landsharks, good enough for Dave, good enough for me: Looks like Sports Authority is selling them for a whopping $48. A local payless or famous type shoe store always has deals about every August just in time for the kids going back to school, buy one pair of shoes, get another pair of whatever at 1/2 off. EDIT: I am not a sponsored shooter. It looks like Dave thinks Brooke needs something else! These are photos of the cleaning process during the Nationals in St. George... https://www.facebook.com/262329953785429/photos/pcb.854867757864976/854867687864983/?type=1 https://www.facebook.com/262329953785429/photos/pcb.854867757864976/854867657864986/?type=1 Edited October 3, 2014 by ChuckS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester121 Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 You seriously believe there's a wife somewhere who takes shoe advice from her husband? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted October 4, 2014 Share Posted October 4, 2014 Fit, Performance and Durability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bockerSV Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Solomon makes the most comfortable hiking boots I've ever worn, due to this alone I'll be picking up a pair of speed cross 3's for next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noximus03 Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 So I've resisted buying a pair thinking they could never be as comfy or as grippy as my Mizuno 9-Spike Blast's...........I ordered a pair to confirm this and was proven wrong in VERY short order. My apologies Saloman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFO Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 I wore mine during the ICORE Northwest Regional, and shot the whole match in rainy wet conditions. My feet stayed dry, and I had exceptional traction in the muddy conditions. I'm now a true believer, and when I got home ordered another pair. Very much worth the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mespo Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Best fit, and comfortable the entire day. Like little pillows on your feet...lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrydoc Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 got a pair turn up today seem very comfortable just around the house Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmd Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Has anyone tried the Solomon Snowcross shoes? http://www.salomon.com/us/product/snowcross-cs.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmd Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 The Snowcross have metal studs.. Should be good for winter training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob01 Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Yup those would be good up here in the northeast during the winter months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrconst Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Has anyone tried the Solomon Snowcross shoes? http://www.salomon.com/us/product/snowcross-cs.html Love mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGentry Posted November 29, 2014 Share Posted November 29, 2014 Wow. I never expected Salomons to be so popular. When I looked for a better shoe because my feet hurt after a few hours at any match I went to. I started buying different shoes. I bought 8 different pairs but when I tried the Salomons the comfort was fantastic and the traction was really good. It just so happen Salomon and Rudy Project do business together so that is how it happened. Salomon sponsored my teams and we promoted them on FB. I think it has to do with the quality of shoe because people are not going to spend that kind of money on things that do not work. Not ever shoe is for everyone and there are some really good alternatives like inov8s but overall I like the more sturdiness of the Salomons. They are now coming out with Police and Military shoes and boots. Thanks for liking Salomons they are a great bunch of guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magoo Posted November 29, 2014 Share Posted November 29, 2014 Love my speed cross, Police and Military should be interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronson630 Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 They are more comfortable than most cleats and are actually one of the cheapest things in this sport. So why not buy a descent pair of shoes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackhawk Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Simply the best shooting footwear I've every worn... Light, fit my wide foot and comfortable all day... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I've got a question for the speedcross 3 experts. do you use the CS model or non-CS model? for those who don't know the CS is clima-shield, basically water proofing. I shoot in dry weather probably 90% of the time. but there is the odd day when it rains (and one recently where we where in nearly ankle deep water in parts of a stage). So with that in mind I think the CS version will be of benefit to help keep my feet dry BUT not if that means they won't breathe on the hot days. or does this mean I need a regular model for hot weather an a CS model for winter? anyone here tried both versions and have an opinion? (PS, talking genuine models not the ali baba knockoffs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gennaro Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 BeerBaron: I have the non CS model for the regular conditions up to light rain, and I like them a lot. If it's a muddy swamp I end using a more aggressive cleat, the Nike LandShark. Best of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGS Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I have the non-CS model also. If its too wet for them, I go to boots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 before this I mainly used Nike air pegasus 29 TRAIL. which like the salomon's are a trail running shoe. they are fantasic, very light, very breathable and big, soft, grippy sole (great for fast stops). but they are hard to get now and nike don't seem to have a decent trail shoe in my parts. When it got wet I switched to a pair of cheap xblades cleats that have massive rubber paddles on them. but they are also soft rubber so don't slip on the odd hard surface you get. but my feet still got soaked. these are the nike ones: these are the xblades (ugly as hell but great grip on mud, grass, and still ok on smooth hard surfaces). the nike landsharks are ok, but you slip all over the joint on any hard surface. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 sounds like maybe I'm hoping too much that one pair can handle both wet and hot and dry... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishnHuntIN Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I've got a question for the speedcross 3 experts. do you use the CS model or non-CS model? for those who don't know the CS is clima-shield, basically water proofing. I shoot in dry weather probably 90% of the time. but there is the odd day when it rains (and one recently where we where in nearly ankle deep water in parts of a stage). So with that in mind I think the CS version will be of benefit to help keep my feet dry BUT not if that means they won't breathe on the hot days. or does this mean I need a regular model for hot weather an a CS model for winter? anyone here tried both versions and have an opinion? (PS, talking genuine models not the ali baba knockoffs). IMO, if you've got ankle deep water it won't matter if the Speedcross is waterproof or not. Your feet will still get soaked from water coming in the tops. If it's warm, I'd rather have the more breathable pair (non-CS) so they'll dry quicker and a couple extra pairs of dry socks. I wear hiking boots when it's cold, and the non-CS version when it's warm, FWIW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillD Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I got the waterproof kind. Not necessarily for rain but for that early morning dew that soaked my previous cleats. Sucks to start out with wet shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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