👟 Performance-driven Salomon Men's X Crest Hiking: Unmatched Quality and Durability Review

Bought these for a two week trip to the Pacific Northwest that was equal parts city hiking and backcountry exploration. I used the European size and it fit exactly as expected. Shoes arrived in new condition. Very comfortable on and off asphalt. 9-10 miles a day in Seattle with no leg or back pain at the end of the day proved that the arch support is top notch. Off-road, they climbed over slippery surfaces, provided stability on loose rock, and kept my feet dry the whole time. It also offers…

When it comes to shoes, I'm like a princess and a pea. The toe box can't be too small, my big toe can't touch the top, and the high arch makes you want the inserts for extra support. My experience is that it usually takes my brain about a week to get used to a new pair of shoes. These were different. I had to get used to the fact that there is arch support, I had to walk for a few minutes and my brain and legs were happy. My fingers had plenty of room and they fit perfectly. The overall support

My last few pairs of shoes have consistently caused blisters on my heels that no tape, gaiters or long socks can fix. My heels and midfoot are just too narrow for shoes sold in most retail stores. This year I went online to find "shoes for narrow feet” and one of the brands that keeps coming up is Salomon. I jumped at the chance to purchase these X Crest shoes and happily rode the trails without a single blister on my heel while wearing them. This is one of them. I usually wear shoes in size…