8 Best Salomon Sneakers 2025: Every Silhouette to Buy Now
ShoppingThe French mountaineering label makes some of the hottest kicks on the market. These are the styles worth considering.By Gustav Emil LoftFebruary 24, 2025Image: Getty; Collage by Brittany LogginsSave this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.There are few product categories where rising to the top of the food chain is tougher than sneakers, but Salomon sneakers have done just that. Though if you went back in time to 1947, and the small city of Annecy in the heart of the French Alps, to find Francois Salomon in his small workshop producing ski edges, the thought that his brand might one day end up in the conversation of the best sneaker brands out there would have been laughable. And yet, here we are.While Salomon still might not boast the household-name status of giants like Nike, Adidas, or New Balance, it shares shelves and shopping carts with all of them—which is even more impressive given that Salomon did not produce their first pair of sneakers until the late ‘90s. Just a decade ago, haplessly googling “Salomon sneakers” would have yielded surprisingly few results. Today, there’s a picture of almost every fashion-adjacent celebrity stepping out in a pair—most recently, Robert Pattinson—not to mention many shots of Ralph Lauren himself walking down the runway in his.The brand reached this unlikely crowd, yes, by delivering innovative takes at the intersection of fashion and performance—collaborating along the way with the likes of MM6 Maison Margiela and Y/Project, and pulling from a healthy Y2K-era archive—but also by making shoes so comfortable and ready-for-anything that those who picked up a pair soon stopped wanting to leave the house in anything else.If you’ve also noticed the staggering amount of Salomons in your midst, and want to figure out where to start, below you’ll find the most relevant Salomon styles from the entire catalog—whether you plan to hit the trails or just if-you-know-you-know Parisian boutiques. See you out there.The Salomon XT-6If there were one shoe to define Salomon’s rise through the sneaker brand ranks, it would be the XT-6. Ten years after its debut, it’s become the one you see everywhere because it perfectly captures everything the brand does well: a tech-age, lightweight upper that promises to lock your foot in place, its signature one-pull lacing system, and a sole that delivers all day comfort while being built to withstand miles upon miles of heavy-duty wear. (Did we mention they basically look good with everything from baggy jeans to tech-y cargo pants to shorts?) Point is, whether you want a pair that demands attention by way of some rarified collab done up in neon-heavy color scheme or would rather let the shoe’s now-iconic silhouette shine on its own via something more muted, there’s an option out there to pique your interest.SalomonXT-6 Sneakers$180 NordstromSalomonXT-6 Rubber-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers$180 NordstromSalomonXT-6 Rubber-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers$200 Mr. PorterSalomonXT-6 Sneakers$200 Mr. PorterThe Salomon XT-SlateLooking for something less familiar than the XT line? Got you. Inspired by the rocky terrain you could easily scale in a pair, the XT-Slate features a waffled and lightweight upper, as well as an “Advanced Chassis” bottom—it basically means you’ll feel even more stable and secure than usual—for enhanced safety. The unusual texture of the materials, the clean and minimalistic color options, and the chunky outsole neatly mix durability and style, whether you’re putting together an all-black date night outfit, or leaning towards the Burgundy for summer hikes.SalomonXT-Slate Sneakers$230 $120 SSENSESalomonXT-Slate Sneakers$200 SalomonThe Salomon XT-4I couldn’t leave the XT line behind that quickly. First released in 2012 as, what else, a best-in-class trail running sneaker, the XT-4 also features what’s now the brand’s hallmark nylon upper, heavily-treaded sole, one-pull lacing system, and is available in a full range of muted to technicolor iterations. To be quite honest, it’s not much different from the slightly slimmer XT-6, and that’s a good thing, providing more colorway and pricing choices for shoppers like us across what are two somewhat interchangeable styles. Though for what it’s worth, when MM6 Maison Margiela came to the collaboration table, it was the XT-4 the brand chose for a jaw-dropping mule iteration of the style.SalomonXT-4 OG Sneakers$220 $128 SSENSESalomonXT-4 OG Sneakers$190 SalomonThe Salomon Speedcross 3 GTXBefore Salomon even properly acknowledged the fashion world via its “Black Edition” pack in 2016, or teamed up with runway designers, the Speedcross was the shoe of choice for stylish guys looking for something different to wear with their hoodies and sweats. With its ultra-lightweight, waterproof GORE-TEX mesh, monster grip, and added cushioning, this is one of the more intrepid styles in the Salomon line up. But
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There are few product categories where rising to the top of the food chain is tougher than sneakers, but Salomon sneakers have done just that. Though if you went back in time to 1947, and the small city of Annecy in the heart of the French Alps, to find Francois Salomon in his small workshop producing ski edges, the thought that his brand might one day end up in the conversation of the best sneaker brands out there would have been laughable. And yet, here we are.
While Salomon still might not boast the household-name status of giants like Nike, Adidas, or New Balance, it shares shelves and shopping carts with all of them—which is even more impressive given that Salomon did not produce their first pair of sneakers until the late ‘90s. Just a decade ago, haplessly googling “Salomon sneakers” would have yielded surprisingly few results. Today, there’s a picture of almost every fashion-adjacent celebrity stepping out in a pair—most recently, Robert Pattinson—not to mention many shots of Ralph Lauren himself walking down the runway in his.
The brand reached this unlikely crowd, yes, by delivering innovative takes at the intersection of fashion and performance—collaborating along the way with the likes of MM6 Maison Margiela and Y/Project, and pulling from a healthy Y2K-era archive—but also by making shoes so comfortable and ready-for-anything that those who picked up a pair soon stopped wanting to leave the house in anything else.
If you’ve also noticed the staggering amount of Salomons in your midst, and want to figure out where to start, below you’ll find the most relevant Salomon styles from the entire catalog—whether you plan to hit the trails or just if-you-know-you-know Parisian boutiques. See you out there.
The Salomon XT-6
If there were one shoe to define Salomon’s rise through the sneaker brand ranks, it would be the XT-6. Ten years after its debut, it’s become the one you see everywhere because it perfectly captures everything the brand does well: a tech-age, lightweight upper that promises to lock your foot in place, its signature one-pull lacing system, and a sole that delivers all day comfort while being built to withstand miles upon miles of heavy-duty wear. (Did we mention they basically look good with everything from baggy jeans to tech-y cargo pants to shorts?) Point is, whether you want a pair that demands attention by way of some rarified collab done up in neon-heavy color scheme or would rather let the shoe’s now-iconic silhouette shine on its own via something more muted, there’s an option out there to pique your interest.
The Salomon XT-Slate
Looking for something less familiar than the XT line? Got you. Inspired by the rocky terrain you could easily scale in a pair, the XT-Slate features a waffled and lightweight upper, as well as an “Advanced Chassis” bottom—it basically means you’ll feel even more stable and secure than usual—for enhanced safety. The unusual texture of the materials, the clean and minimalistic color options, and the chunky outsole neatly mix durability and style, whether you’re putting together an all-black date night outfit, or leaning towards the Burgundy for summer hikes.
The Salomon XT-4
I couldn’t leave the XT line behind that quickly. First released in 2012 as, what else, a best-in-class trail running sneaker, the XT-4 also features what’s now the brand’s hallmark nylon upper, heavily-treaded sole, one-pull lacing system, and is available in a full range of muted to technicolor iterations. To be quite honest, it’s not much different from the slightly slimmer XT-6, and that’s a good thing, providing more colorway and pricing choices for shoppers like us across what are two somewhat interchangeable styles. Though for what it’s worth, when MM6 Maison Margiela came to the collaboration table, it was the XT-4 the brand chose for a jaw-dropping mule iteration of the style.
The Salomon Speedcross 3 GTX
Before Salomon even properly acknowledged the fashion world via its “Black Edition” pack in 2016, or teamed up with runway designers, the Speedcross was the shoe of choice for stylish guys looking for something different to wear with their hoodies and sweats. With its ultra-lightweight, waterproof GORE-TEX mesh, monster grip, and added cushioning, this is one of the more intrepid styles in the Salomon line up. But it’s also one of the swiftest—the reason it’s called the Speedcross is because it was designed for running in, and over time became the brand’s most iconic trail running shoe.
The Salomon RX Moc 3.0
Not even the most die-hard, athletics-first brand like Salomon could resist the temptation to loosen up their shoes, and frankly, I’m glad they didn’t. The RX Moc is a freaky, laceless slip-on shoe that combines the ease and wearability of a slide with the ruggedness the brand is famous for, down to the trail-ready tread should you need to skedaddle from your campsite at a moment’s notice (or, you know, head outside to grab the Sunday paper). Sure, the RX Moc might not be the go-to option for a hardcore hike through the wilderness, but it surely is a fun and insanely comfortable way to briefly step away from the great indoors.
The Salomon Alpinway Advanced
Talk about a special Salomon stomper. First introduced in 2024, the Alpinway Advanced is officially designed to scramble up mountains, and while that’s all well and good, the silhouette also adds a new category to the Salomon range—elegance. Made with incredible material richness, the tastefully toned upper is formed from ripstop, lycra and leather, which takes it from the streetwear category into a somewhat more refined realm.
The Salomon Snowclog Ripstop Clogs
And now for something completely different. The eye-catching Snowclog Ripstop is inspired by archival styles—just look at those colors—but updated with contemporary features too, like a recycled sole. As suitable for your granddad’s walk to his workshop as your nephew’s Twitch stream, these clogs are also designed with enhanced winter traction to tread icy, snowy ground safely, and made from an (also recycled) tech-knit that will moulds to the shape of your foot over time.
The Salomon ACS Pro
Finally, just when you thought you'd had enough gorp-adjacent exposure to last you a lifetime, the ACS Pro pulls you back in. Another defining silhouette, the ACS was first released in 2005, but has really flourished in the last five years, supported by major collaborative projects with the likes of Dover Street Market, MM6 Maison Margiela, and even an Afro-vegan restaurant in Paris called Jah Jah. The rare mountaineering shoe with plenty of city-ready appeal, it's packed with uber-functional tech—bungee-style lace-up closures, a heavily-padded collar, treaded rubber outsoles—to help you dominate the trails, but will look just as at home anchoring a pair of wide-legged cords.
