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Salomon Aero Blaze 3 Women's review: what runners say
Fit
True to size; spacious toe box with solid midfoot lockdown. Wide-footed runners may consider going up a half size.
Feel
Expanded TPU midsole (Optivibe/Energy Foam Evo) with a snappy response and controlled compression. Balanced ride between cushioning and responsiveness, lacking the extreme softness of max-cushion shoes.
Durability
Contagrip outsole with perimeter coverage; some sources report small chunks of exposed midsole on sharp gravel. Expected mileage not quantified by sources.
Best for
Versatile daily trainer for easy runs, progressions, and tempo sessions up to marathon pace. The GRVL variant is also suitable for mixed surfaces (road/dirt/gravel).
Weak points
Forefoot instability on technical terrain with instances of lateral pronation. The GRVL version shows exposed midsole vulnerability on sharp gravel.
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