Comments: I've owned the first luminous incarnation and now the second, more muted version. Both have been great for trails, and general travel when weight is an issue. I used them for all sorts of activities in New Zealand and they stood up well despite their lightweight construction. I finally had to retire them in Switzerland due to the smell, the new ones are just as good, but I really wish I could still get a pair in the original day glow coloring, as they just rocked!
From: Will, Unknown
Comments: These shoes are one of the best pairs I have ever owned. They are especially good if you have a more narrow foot. Right out of the box, they felt like I had already broken them in. I would definitely recommend them for shorter, faster races on slippery surfaces. I just ran a 50k trail run in the mountains, and they don't provide much protection from sharp rocks under foot. All in all, a great shoe for almost every situation.
From: Daniel, Alabama
Comments: The SpeedCross 2's are the best pair of trail shoes I've ever owned. The fit out of the box is unbelievable. If you prefer fast performance trail shoes, then these are for you. I would recommend to size up 1/2 size because these are a little narrow in the forefoot. I could not believe how much cushioning these shoes have along with just enough pronation control. The traction and cornering are second to none. The lacing system is awesome because they won't loosen as you run and you don't have to worry about your shoes coming untied.
From: Rod, Carlisle, OH
Comments: I own the first incarnation Speedcross, the grey/yellow ones, in my usual size 13. Don't doubt it, they're trail-only alright. As a rookie runner, I once tried them on a 5 mile pavement run. In a hurry, before breakfast. I had not yet found out about the blessings of forefoot landing, so I got myself hurt. There actually is not damping to mention in the heels, apart from the rubber lugs. You better run on really soft soil, or master forefoot landing. The comment offered by Dan that they're awesome in snow helps me a lot, that's what I bought these for mostly, but have yet to get a good snow run in on them.
From: J, Rotterdam, Unknown
Comments:SPEEDCROSS 2. Had a pair for one year from REI. FAST. STABLE. AGILE. Have held up great, still 25% tread life left. Trail only--awsome in snow. Great traction--like a billy goat. Strong construction. Very light weight. Speed lacing has worked well. Snug fit. FAST, FAST SHOE. Just ordered my second pair from Running Warehouse for smoking deal! I will retire old ones for "daily driver"-- I get tons of compliments on their looks. My favorite shoe--excellent craftsmanship and comfortable from day one. NOTE: I wear an 11 in Mizunos, Asics and Inov8's but had to order 11-1/2 in these. Seem to be sized a little small.
From: Dan, Anchorage, AK
Comments: The SPEED CROSS 2 In one word....AMAZING! Trust me you will not find a shoe better for running trails that humans have no business running on. If you run trails that are well maintained then this is not the shoe you were looking for. Salomon makes many shoes for that kind of trail, but if your idea of trail running is something of a suicidal nature then look no farther. This shoe is made to fit kinda like a climbing shoe. many people have said go a size bigger, but this is a mistake. If you don't want the shoe ripped from your foot you had better get your size. You see the tread is so so good that once you plant your foot it will not slide at all and with a looser fit it might just come off! It's true what they say.. "A ninja could not ask for a better shoe!" Feelings while running in this piece of art: As you start up your first hill bouncing off of rocks and boulders the shoes scream at you, "Faster Fatty!" making you feel like less of a man and out of shape. On your first decline as you fly down the trail heart rate out of control eyes tearing up from the wind and using all of your senses to not trip off the next switchback in a moment of silece as you are airborne the shoes wisper.......faster......
From: Rick, Grand Junction, CO
