tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post8220541847214410051..comments2024-03-29T06:19:52.986-06:00Comments on Road Trail Run: Salomon Ultra Pro Review: Versatile and Roomy. All Day, Any Trail Comfort and PerformanceSam Winebaumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-58759550451295721372019-01-23T22:05:46.716-07:002019-01-23T22:05:46.716-07:00+1 on the 1/2 size down. I have 10+ pairs of Salom...+1 on the 1/2 size down. I have 10+ pairs of Salomons and all of them are good at UK 10.5 (although the sonic ra series crush my toes across the top). I ordered some SLab Ultras uk10.5 and has massive crushing on the side of the front foot so I returned them. Ordered some UK 10 Ultra Pros and they're bang on. kiwirevohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01862938637576496703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-41715844353576324522018-11-27T06:43:54.126-07:002018-11-27T06:43:54.126-07:00On the sizing - I ordered by normal Salomon size, ...On the sizing - I ordered by normal Salomon size, which is almost always a perfect fit. In the Ultra Pro my normal size is far too big, volume isn't too terrible with a thicker sock, but the length is way long. For me (and according to Running Warehouse) I need to size down 1/2 size.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-57436485160216237162018-09-12T14:06:02.642-06:002018-09-12T14:06:02.642-06:00Unknown, not sure what to suggest here. I found m...Unknown, not sure what to suggest here. I found mine to not really require any break in and worked reasonably well for me out of the box, with the only comfort related complaint being the hard plastic lace grommets digging into the top of my foot running straight down steep descents. Have not noticed the stiffness or bump that you speak of, but will double check again to see if I can at least notice a little something.Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-26539208260126415132018-09-12T13:43:02.552-06:002018-09-12T13:43:02.552-06:00Hey guys, great site, so it for all my shoe purcha...Hey guys, great site, so it for all my shoe purchases etc..does the ultra pro break in at all...I have a wide forefoot and high insteap...I bought the shoe and it feels stiff, especially on the medial side ball of good and slightly back area...also there is a weird raise or arch on the lateral side towards the heel? Do they break with some miles? I don't think I can run in them very long if they don't break in some....ug, I really want a salomon to fit my weird foot....<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02970663804921587775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-90965257372574619262018-08-02T15:09:01.293-06:002018-08-02T15:09:01.293-06:00I have to say I think this shoe is a dud. As a lon...I have to say I think this shoe is a dud. As a long time Salomon junkie, these shoe barely resembles a Salomon running shoe. Feels more like a hiking shoe. Even though the weight isn't much different from the Pro Max it definitely feels more clunky. The toe cap is excessive and the forefoot fit is so sloppy I feel like I am running in clown shoes. Most of all I just don't understand what they were doing here, what purpose this shoe fits in their lineup. Seems like they put a lot of effort into it which they should have spent on the Sense Pro 3 instead of taking the Sense 6 SG and renaming it. I noticed from pictures the Sense Pro 3 has none of the updates this shoe has (such as the flipped lace garage and updated plastic cinch on the laces). <br /><br />As someone who buys Salomon for the classic Salomon fit, this shoe doesnt have it. Readers be for warned, if you like Salomon shoes, you may want to steer clear of this shoe. This shoe probably appeals to people who dont normally run in Salomons. Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-62483308510852035482018-07-05T13:49:03.913-06:002018-07-05T13:49:03.913-06:00Hi Anonymous,
I was a half size up from my normal ...Hi Anonymous,<br />I was a half size up from my normal 8.5 as that is what Salomon could provide. With heavier socks, light hiking weight the fit was perfect. This said with more normal run socks true to size would have been better. I would say the toe box is comparable if a bit wider than Torrent but also of very soft mesh and overlays as outlined in the review so while not Altra wide the closest in a Salomon to date. I would go true to size.<br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-50836349631854216952018-07-05T13:42:39.009-06:002018-07-05T13:42:39.009-06:00Ok in comparing the sizing of the Torrent to the U...Ok in comparing the sizing of the Torrent to the Ultra Pro, how is it? I picked up the torrents in a 10.5 for a near perfect fit, but I'm coming from just about strictly wearing Altras, so the toebox is feeling a bit snug. I'm sure I'll get used to it with time. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-27740157558251996672018-07-04T10:11:05.936-06:002018-07-04T10:11:05.936-06:00Hi Jeff, the Ultra Pro most followed by Torrent t...Hi Jeff, the Ultra Pro most followed by Torrent then Elevate for toe box room. For Whites no question for me XA Elevate as it is the most stable and protective if toe box works. It is not the old super narrow Salomon toe box but isless roomy than others <br />Sam,Editor Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-30425263201010647522018-07-04T08:13:12.428-06:002018-07-04T08:13:12.428-06:00Thanks for your great reviews,
Which has the most ...Thanks for your great reviews,<br />Which has the most accommodating toe box in order? Torrent, Elevate, or Ultra Pro?<br />How does the traction of the Hoka with its new sole compound compare to the Salomons? Which has the best grip?<br />For running in the White Mountains of NH up to potentially 30 miles (well hike/run slowly as that’s ugly terrain) what would be the finish for 1st, 2nd, 3rd? Or perhaps something different even?<br /><br />Thank you,<br />Jeff in MAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-58519107383698744552018-06-29T11:08:14.308-06:002018-06-29T11:08:14.308-06:00Both are great shoes, but would go with the Torren...Both are great shoes, but would go with the Torrent if you are looking for more versatility like all day comfort, great for day to day training AND the ability to let it rip in race/PR/uptempo scenarios. Both shoes handle rugged terrain well and I would not hesitate to recommend the Ultra Pro for just about anything, except going your fastest.Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-30258064586791600222018-06-29T10:52:08.190-06:002018-06-29T10:52:08.190-06:00Hi,
Firstly thanks for all the great reviews and ...Hi,<br /><br />Firstly thanks for all the great reviews and testing you do. It provides brilliant insight, when there's so much out there and so little to go on before purchasing this stuff is a god send. My last two purchases have been through much deliberation on this site (Skechers ride 7 and Speedgoat 2).<br /><br />The 2 shoes of 2018 I was waiting on was the Hoka Torrent and the Ultra Pro. Torrent seemed to nail it in your opinion and this has done well, fitting into the Salomon fleet with a slightly different offering. <br /><br />So my question- how does the Ultra Pro fair against the Torrent? Is the torrent the faster and lighter option and the Ultra pro providing more all day comfort. Or does the Torrent do this as well as the fast stuff? If the Torrent is more nimble than the Sense Ultra then it's far more nimble than the Ultra Pro. Does this mean then that it doesn't do the other stuff so well?<br /><br />Thanks in advance! Brendannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-45345030774930135692018-06-26T09:30:06.736-06:002018-06-26T09:30:06.736-06:00Hi Anonymous,
Thanks for asking. Best I can tell b...Hi Anonymous,<br />Thanks for asking. Best I can tell both S/Lab Ultra and Ultra Pro have a similar design dual density midsole. Both have softer foam wrapping the heel just above the outsole to near midfoot, then a firmer layer above They differ in that both layers in S/Lab Ultra are firmer. S/Lab Sense Ultra has the soft layer at the heel as the others do and it is softer heel foam than Ultra Pro, I found the Sense Ultra to soft at the heel and to thin at the front and much prefer Ultra Pro back to front. <br />Sam, Editor <br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run! See our page with links to all shoe and gear reviews <a href="http://www.roadtrailrun.com/p/blog-page.html" rel="nofollow">HERE</a>. You can also follow RoadTrailRun on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews. Shopping through links on articles help support RoadTrail Run and is much appreciated!<br />Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-30472383660429330622018-06-26T09:13:43.074-06:002018-06-26T09:13:43.074-06:00Hi Chad,
Will double check on presence of ProFeel ...Hi Chad,<br />Will double check on presence of ProFeel or not in Ultra Pro. Given the flex suspect not. The TPU insert has provided very sufficient rock protection for me.<br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-43883256473780983062018-06-25T20:06:28.805-06:002018-06-25T20:06:28.805-06:00hawkhandler - for ~50 miles, I would probably pick...hawkhandler - for ~50 miles, I would probably pick the Ultra Pro, as it has more plush and forgiving cushioning than any of the other Salomons you listed and better protection than all but the Elevate. The added room in the forefoot would certainly be an advantage on longer runs, certainly over the S/Labs and a little better than Elevate.Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-20204004265463185682018-06-25T16:50:28.287-06:002018-06-25T16:50:28.287-06:00Thanks for the great reviews. I'm trying to fi...Thanks for the great reviews. I'm trying to find a shoe for my first 50 miler and longer slower trail runs in general. For shorter runs and mixing up the paces on trails I love the New Balance Summit Unknown (probably because the 1400 is my all time favorite road shoe). However I don't think my feet will be happy in those for 10+ hours. I'm debating between the Ultra Pro, XA Elevate, S/Lab Ultra and S/Lab Sense Ultra. Love to hear your thoughts on what you feel can handle the distance without sacrificing too much performance. hawkhandlernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-31147417004076623572018-06-25T00:37:40.024-06:002018-06-25T00:37:40.024-06:00Hi guys, when you say its a dual density midsole, ...Hi guys, when you say its a dual density midsole, do you mean the same as the S/LAB Utra 1/2 with a harder density on the inside? Its not clear from the images - the dual density could be seen on the earlier models when zooming in.<br /><br />Salomon have really started to make shoes for me with these latest models. A bit of pronation support, good uppers, now if they just provided traditional laces they would be really getting it right. First thing I do with Salomon shoes is chop the laces and squeeze some traditional laces through. I know its one of their things, but for me the speedlaces just cause excess pressure on the top of my foot and in some shoes really irritate my foot/heel on the inside - with traditional laces in, all the pressure is gone.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-5829758407934510482018-06-24T19:52:41.543-06:002018-06-24T19:52:41.543-06:00I thought I read that the Ultra Pro does not have ...I thought I read that the Ultra Pro does not have Profeel Film for rock protection, is this right? All other Salomon trail shoes do as far as I know. Since the stack hight on the Ultra Pro is not significantly higher then the other Salomon shoes like the S-lab Ultra, XA Elevate, etc are sharp rocks more easily felt or is the TPU insert dense enough to provide sufficient sharp rock protection? Chadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02645376000288471018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-67368867031574222202018-06-24T16:05:11.652-06:002018-06-24T16:05:11.652-06:00FollowingFollowingJeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-77519212483955935792018-06-24T16:04:39.981-06:002018-06-24T16:04:39.981-06:00This comment has been removed by the author.Jeff Vallierehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08106877622296558733noreply@blogger.com