The last few years have made us all look at technically-produced hiking gear a bit differently. Suddenly wearing a waterproof Arc'teryx jacket isn't only done by outdoorsy folk, but also by fashion-conscious TikTok users who show off the waterproof technology while standing in the shower.
The influence this has had on footwear has been that hiking and trail-running shoes are generating hype like Jordans always have, and Salomon is at the forefront of it all.
The French sportswear label has been in business since 1947, creating gear for mountain trails and alpine sports. It has always had a cult following for its super grippy and durable footwear amongst those with a love for the great outdoors — and now we're playing catch-up.
Salomon is making the most of the trail-running sneaker demand, coming through with a consistent collection of functional kicks in bold aesthetics. The beauty of its sneakers is that there are colorways and silhouettes for pretty much every style.
Although there is a wild number to choose from, we've rounded up our current highlights from across the French brand's silhouettes, from its coveted XT-Wings range to its various collaborations.
Scroll through our selection below and, at the very least, get inspired by Salomon’s expert color blocking.
Check our selection of the best Salomon sneakers to shop right now.
Salomon x The Broken Arm X-Alpages Gore-Tex
X-Alpages Gore-Tex
Salomon x The Broken Arm
Parisian retailer The Broken Arm is a regular collaborator for Salomon and it's yet to miss. This GORE-TEX version of its X-Alpages sneaker comes with all-weather protection and a glorious mix of materials including leather, ripstop nylon, and hairy, textured suede.
Salomon x Sandy Liang XT-6 Expanse
XT-6 Expanse
Salomon x Sandy Liang
With colorways inspired by Pokemon characters, Sandy Liang's collaborative XT-6 is not just one of the best Salomon releases of the year but one of the best sneaker releases of the year.
Salomon XT-4 OG
XT-4 OG
Salomon
Sometimes the old saying is true: the simpler, the better. These white XT-4s come in one of the shoes OG colorways and you can see why it's stood the test of time.
RANRA x Salomon Cross Pro Better
Cross Pro Better
RANRA x Salomon
On the other end of the spectrum to the XT-4s shown above, Salomon's latest RANRA collaboration is gloriously colorful. The sneaker comes with a red and orange dye job that matches perfectly with one of the standout jackets from its FW23 collection.
Salomon x Wood Wood XT-Slate
XT-Slate
Salomon x Wood Wood
Made to celebrate Salomon's mountaineering heritage, this sneaker might have the best-named colorway ever. The official name is black coffee, biking red, and quiet shade.
Salomon ACS Pro
ACS Pro
Salomon
A new take on the decades-old GCS Pro, Salomon's ACS Pro is a chunky ode to early-2000s hiking footwear. This simple white and black colorway is elevated through pops of silver and orange.
Salomon x Comme des Garçons Pulsar Platform
Pulsar Platform
Salomon x Comme des Garçons
You can trust Comme des Garçons to turn a hiking shoe into a platform shoe. This sneaker isn't just big, it's a massive, sculptural statement for your feet.
Salomon XT-6
XT-6
Salomon
Salomon is getting its dose of greens on this colorful XT-6. According to the official name, this colorway is comprised of dried herb, deep lichen green, and bright green — basically, it's a lot of greens.
Salomon XT-Quest 2
XT-Quest 2
Salomon
One from the archives, the XT-Quest is a classic outdoor shoe. The hybrid design pays homage to the past and simultaneously incorporates technical innovations of the present day.
Salomon XT-6 FT
XT-6 FT
Salomon
An updated version of one of Salomon's most popular models, the XT-6 FT comes with an upgraded technical upper as well as Sensifit layering construction.
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