Elixir Activ Hiking Trainers

I've worn Salomon hiking shoes and ski boots for many years. As soon I put them on they fit. I never get blisters when walking or hiking. The only draw back for me is I can never find the same pair twice.

My feet are wider so I really enjoy this shoe. The heel is pretty snug but the toe is super wide, which gives my foot a lot of room. Since it's so wide, it does feel like my toes move a bit, but I like that. You might want to consider before purchasing though.

Good support and like the added cushion. I have worn XAPro since 2019 but wasn’t thrilled with the latest version. I have tested them out on 2 short 5 mile hikes. Did well. Plan to use them in Spain in September on the Camino Primitivo.

I was a Salomon wearer for years and transitioned to other brands with a larger toe-box. Ready for a new lite hiker, I purchased the Elixir Activ on sale - while not my first choice of style, the sale price made me select this. I could not be happier. The style is fine, even for wearing out on daily errands. Hoping the shoe does not wear out early. For now, Salomon is my new-again go-to.

I bought non-goretex version as these hiking shoes look like sneakers so I wanted to get them for gym wear and everyday work wear as they are so comfy from the get go. I didn't need to break into them. I have had them about for over a month and I have worn them around 7-8 times they have been very comfortable and I am seriously considering getting the boot version of Elixir hiking shoes for hiking. Also I just ordered another pair as in my recent trip to Vancouver I left them behind at a hotel so very sad about that. I am sure these would be amazing for hiking too but I bought them for everyday wear and small hikes during summers. About sizing I am so glad I went to try them on because my size in most brands is 7.5 but I found in salomons I went half a size down over all so my size is 7 and it fits my feet perfectly.