Salomon Women's Madcross W Trail Running

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With the arrival of new rivals such as Hoka or the leap forward in mountain races this 2021 of running classics such as Asics, Saucony or New Balance, Salomon fights to maintain reputation as a leader of our sport, increasingly answering. Compared to other brands, Salomon is a relative newcomer to the running shoe industry. The French ski outfitter was founded in 1947, but didn’t release its first running shoe, the Raid Race, until 2001. All are specially designed for running in mud, but they are increasing price and benefits between them. From the basic Madcross to the popular Wildcross 2 and the elite Cross Pro 2. Let’s go with the technical analysis, by Mayayo.

It will do so with a price of 100€, weight 295 grams and drop of 8mm between forefoot and heel. All this with 5mm lugs. A shoe to start racing on mud, snow or other soft terrain. The WILDCROSS 2 is made for running in all the wild places you like to go. This season WIldcross 2 comes with a price of 130€, 8mm drop and 5 mm lug depth and 308 gr.. This shoe likes to go far and fast, whether you’re on a local trail or whizzing through the wilderness. Try a pair and embrace your wilder self. SALOMON WILDCROSS 2: DATA SHEET EnergyCell™ Plus: High-rebound compound used in the midsole that provides exceptional energy return along with outstanding cushioning and durability. Ripstop: Woven material often made from reinforced nylon to provide better resistance to tearing and abrasion. Enerziging damping: It is a high bounce midsole compound that offers exceptional energy return, plus a great cushioning and durability.The Genesis shoes were perfect through the snow and through all the trail sections,” Dauwalter said in a Salomon press release after her record-breaking Western States race. Official price: 100 €, very competitive, strong point of this shoe. Of the three accessible shoes, its sisters Trailster 2 multipurpose 90o and Flow urbanita 80€ are even cheaper. Salomon shoes are renowned for their traction, which they achieve thanks to the company’s proprietary Contagrip rubber outsole. The grips come in five patterns with lugs–small cleat-like protrusions that extend downward from the outsole–that come in different shapes and sizes, many of which are made for specific running conditions. Official price: 100 €, very competitive, strong point of this shoe. Of the three accessible shoes, its sisters Trailster 2 multipurpose 90o and Flow urbanita 80€ are even cheaper. Drop: 8 mm, medium drop, to put cushioning on the heel. Let’s not forget that it is a shoe for initiation and designed for heel supports, typical of those who do not master technique.

Everyone’s gait is slightly different, but there are four main types of running styles and pronation: bContagrip TA. The Contagrip rubber sole features deep multidirectional lugs to improve mud traction. Created for maximum grip on slippery, soft or uneven surfaces, this rubber balances durability and grip. Developed to achieve maximum traction on a wide variety of terrain, Contagrip technology provides these benefits:For maximum comfort and support, choose a shoe with a fit that matches your foot. The Supercross 3, Madcross and Alphacross 3 feature a more generous fit compared to the Wildcross 2 and Speedcross 5. Contagrip® technology

Simple and efficient lacing system using one easy step resulting in a shoe that’s easy to put on and take off. The EVA midsole and Ortholite die-cut footbed work together to provide supreme cushioning and comfort underfoot. The Madcross GTX also has a Contragrip® rubber outsole, giving you maximum traction on mixed terrain. The multidirectional lugs underneath contain additional lateral teeth for an instinctive grip on firmer and harsher surfaces. The sole is pure Salomon, a classic: Contagrip rubber but in this case mounts the compound Contagrip MD, a compound designed to provide greater durability with grip on all types of surfaces whether soft and wet or hard and dry.Anti-debris mesh: tight mesh that prevents debris from being trapped between your foot and the footbed.