Salomon Genesis 2 Women's

Salomon Genesis 2 Women's review: what runners say

Fit

Standard fit, average width: suitable for most feet. Toe box improved compared to the first version, which was tight; those with wide feet should consider a half-size up.

Feel

optiFOAM EVA midsole is firm and responsive, moderate 34/26 mm stack: clear ground feel, no mushiness. Sufficient cushioning for short and medium distances; on long runs, the firmness is noticeable.

Durability

Over 150 km tested with no significant signs of wear on the Matryx (Kevlar) upper and Contagrip outsole. The expected weak point is the EVA midsole, which will degrade before the upper and outsole.

Best for

Technical all-mountain trail, from daily training up to 50 km races on mixed terrain. Less suitable for long distances on flat terrain where more softness is needed.

Weak points

Stiff and hiking-shoe-like for the first 10-15 km before break-in. Slightly heavier than the previous version (292 g vs 279 g). On wet rock, Contagrip loses ground compared to premium compounds like Vibram Megagrip.

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