Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra 2

rated 2.00 of 5 stars average rating
Reviewed by 1 Trailspace user

I am a huge fan of the original version of this shoe…

Rating: rated 2 of 5 stars
Price Paid: $145

I am a huge fan of the original version of this shoe (XA Pro 3D Ultra). It pains me (literally) that Salomon felt the need to mess with perfection. The new model has a higher arch support and other changes to beef up the midsole. 

End result: I am still suffering the pains from my first run, including blisters on my instep which I have never experienced before. If you like to run on the balls of your feet (which you should), then these are not the shoes for you.

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