CTJer Posted May 21, 2018 Share Posted May 21, 2018 What kinda life are you guys getting out of your Salomon Speedcross shoes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12glocks Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 (edited) The soles are a soft compound and wear quickly. I try to reserve mine for match use or trail use (I prefer them to hiking boots now). I get about two years out of them this way and then retire them to regular shoe status and get new Speedcrosses for match use.They are still OK after some wear but if it is the muddy season you want the newer tread. Edited May 22, 2018 by 12glocks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stick Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 My SpeedCross are going on three years now, BUT I only wear them at matches. For everyday shoes, I like the Salomon XA Pro 3D's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racinready300ex Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 I've had mine for a few years only wearing them at matches. It's about time to retire them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1911luvr Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 I’ve fallen in love with The North Face trail running shoes. They are super light, have vibrant soles, waterproof, and have an awesome cleat that gives traction in any condition https://www.thenorthface.com/shop/mens-ultra-mt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluedevil008 Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 I just purchased a new pair yesterday and I bought my last pair probably 18 months ago. I only wear them at matches, so probably a total of 30 days per year. It's not great, but as comfortable and functional as they are, I really don't mind spending a little extra for them compared to cheaper shoes. If there's an area to cut money, I don't think shoes is one of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiller Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 I was looking at the Salomon Speedcross last time I needed everyday shoes but ended up with Ultra X. I wear them all the time.......the guy helping me said the speedcross would wear out in no time. I like the Ultra X now that they loosened up a bit but I can see the benefit of having extra traction. Perhaps a dedicate pair of shooting shoes is in my future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTJer Posted May 22, 2018 Author Share Posted May 22, 2018 I have a pair, very comfortable, but felt I didn’t get the life out of them for the cost. I was wondering if I got a dud pair. Just ordered the Boombah’s this morning. I figured for the price, they were worth a shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkamps Posted May 22, 2018 Share Posted May 22, 2018 I didn't follow the direction posted above about using them only for matches.. 6 months lol. my Forces are going on a year or more, longest lasting everyday shoes ive had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTJer Posted May 23, 2018 Author Share Posted May 23, 2018 19 hours ago, dkamps said: I didn't follow the direction posted above about using them only for matches.. 6 months lol. my Forces are going on a year or more, longest lasting everyday shoes ive had. What are these Forces you speak of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkamps Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 17 minutes ago, CTJer said: What are these Forces you speak of? Solomon XA 3d Forces, I have the older ones and they are great. Low non gortex for summer, mid top gtx for winter. I wear the low cut ones pretty much year round, I'm about 13 months in and the tread is finally wearing down, and my wide feet didn't blow them out in a few months (like most shoes). I can highly recommend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTJer Posted May 23, 2018 Author Share Posted May 23, 2018 13 minutes ago, dkamps said: Solomon XA 3d Forces, I have the older ones and they are great. Low non gortex for summer, mid top gtx for winter. I wear the low cut ones pretty much year round, I'm about 13 months in and the tread is finally wearing down, and my wide feet didn't blow them out in a few months (like most shoes). I can highly recommend. Sounds good. I’m in need of a good pair of shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowdyb Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 Everyday wear, 6 months. 3 day a week wear ( 1 match and two practice sessions) 8 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrashDodson Posted May 23, 2018 Share Posted May 23, 2018 I want the most traction possible and I feel like Salomons wear really fast. I switch to Inov8 last year and I think they are more comfortable for all day matches and they seem to wear better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike4045 Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Not long enough to make me buy them again. My sons lasted about 3 months. Mine about a year using them for matches only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlvrDragon50 Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 My adidas lasted me a very long time, but they're going to be heavier than Speedcrosses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcazes Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Stay off of concrete and you will get a few years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mciver52 Posted June 4, 2018 Share Posted June 4, 2018 My fellraisers are 2 years old and still have great tread. They don’t see much pavement or a ton of gravel though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHA-LEE Posted June 4, 2018 Share Posted June 4, 2018 (edited) I spend at least $150 in GAS alone every month driving to local matches and practice. Fretting over how long the Salomon shoes last isn't even on my radar from a shooting/guns/gear expense perspective. When they wear out, they go in the dumpster and another pair goes on my feet. That being said, a pair of Salomon shoes usually lasts me a season before I pitch them. I also don't wait until the soles are worn down excessively either. If the traction lugs start to wear I pitch them. Fresh shoes that work effectively, like the Solomon's, are CHEAP insurance in the big picture. Edited June 4, 2018 by CHA-LEE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moloch38 Posted June 6, 2018 Share Posted June 6, 2018 The new SC 4's seem to be lasting longer than the old 3's. I think they are using a different compound after customer feedback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrashDodson Posted June 6, 2018 Share Posted June 6, 2018 I just ordered a pair of these. Ill report back how they are after the match. Altra King MT 1.5's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamge Posted June 7, 2018 Share Posted June 7, 2018 Regarding the wear life of the tread, and when they should be replaced, my buddy told me something about dirtbike motocross tires. He said when the square-shaped lugs on the tire have their edges rounded to the point you can see they aren't sharp, racers will throw the tires out and put new ones one. The lug is still like 99% there, but that 1% edge wear is enough to ruin the traction and justify new tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigboy69 Posted June 7, 2018 Share Posted June 7, 2018 I would get the Boombah Hellcats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inkw8ll Posted June 7, 2018 Share Posted June 7, 2018 I favor the Vivofit trail shoes, but I prefer minimalist shoesSent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DClass Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 I buy a new pair every session but they old pair always has plenty of life left Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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