{"id":46129,"date":"2024-05-06T02:29:56","date_gmt":"2024-05-06T06:29:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/?post_type=reviews_road&p=46129"},"modified":"2024-05-06T09:19:41","modified_gmt":"2024-05-06T13:19:41","slug":"salomon-aero-glide-2-review","status":"publish","type":"reviews_road","link":"https:\/\/www.runningshoesguru.com\/reviews\/road\/salomon-aero-glide-2-review\/","title":"Salomon Aero Glide 2 Review","author":106,"featured_media":46149,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"brands":[275],"shoes_type":[234,781],"shoes_family":[],"_stcr@_rolfkleinfeld@hotmail.com":null,"review_3_website_name":null,"test_trail":null,"_test_trail":null,"usd":null,"_usd":null,"aud":null,"_aud":null,"cad":null,"_cad":null,"gbp":null,"_gbp":null,"eur":null,"_eur":null,"shoe_brand":null,"_shoe_brand":null,"shoe_name":null,"pros":"3","cons":"2","verdict":"The Salomon Aero Glide 2 is a responsive , maximum cushion trainer that was built for comfort during easy paces and longer runs.","weight":null,"heel":null,"toe":null,"heeldrop":null,"reccomended_for":null,"rrp":null,"review":null,"keywords":"Salomon Aero Glide 2, Salomon running shoes review, best Salomon running shoes, Cushioning running shoes,","description":"The Salomon Aero Glide 2 is a responsive , maximum cushion trainer that was built for comfort during easy paces and longer runs.","professional_image":"45752","_professional_image":"field_5d9574dae3414","usage":["daily_training"],"_usage":"field_5943593f1d1c2","rsg_subtitle":null,"subtitle":null,"_subtitle":null,"introduction":"[caption id=\"attachment_46147\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAs the name states, this is Salomon\u2019s second iteration of the Aero Glide. First released in 2023, it was designed to be a highly cushioned, comfortable and light, daily trainer<\/a>. There was overwhelming positivity from runners about the first release so the newest version had much to live up too.\r\n\r\nThere were no major overhauls in the Aero Glide 2<\/strong>. The shoe still focuses providing plush cushion yet a responsive ride. \r\n\r\nThey are also still mainly a daily training option for runners. \r\n\r\nSalomon has a nice description on their website and in it, they list the Run Frequency. \r\n\r\nFor the Aero Glide 2, they list 2-3 runs per week. For me, this seems about right. They won\u2019t be the fastest shoe for speed workouts but will hold up great for tempo runs and longer distances.\r\n\r\nPriced at $160, they compare closely to many other daily trainers in both price and features.\r\n\r\nMany folks might see the shoes and expect them to be heavy. That\u2019s far from the case, weighing in at 270 grams, or just over 9.5 oz. \r\n\r\nThat\u2019s lighter than the Adidas Supernova Rise<\/a> and the Brooks Glycerin 21<\/a>. The shoe carries a 10mm heel to toe drop based on a 27.4mm toe height and 37.4mm heel.\r\n","introduction_text":null,"conclusions":"To conclude, I wanted to like this shoe for what it was designed to do. Be a lightweight, max cushion daily trainer. \r\n\r\nAnd make no mistake, it does all those things well and more. They were not a great fit for my feet because of the narrow upper design<\/strong>. \r\n\r\nSo for runners with feet on that are more narrow, this option would be perfect. 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Needless to say, these weren\u2019t off to a good start. White, orange, purple and blue are combos that I would never pick together. Honestly, the other color options from Salomon are not great either. Onto the fit\u2026\r\n\r\nThese shoes felt mostly true to size, although I found them to be a bit narrow<\/strong>. Because of this, I had to readjust the laces from time to time in hopes of finding the perfect fitment.\r\n\r\nDuring my initial run in the Aero Glide 2, I made a few mental notes to share. \r\n\r\nFirst, the midsole was light and responsive all the while giving me tremendous cushion<\/strong> and support. Especially in the heel. Each step felt like the Energy Foam was hugging my heels and pushing off into the next step. \r\n\r\nI also noted that the narrow footprint was even more noticeable, especially in the forefoot and toe box<\/strong>. Luckily the upper has a fair amount of give and didn\u2019t restrict my feet any further.\r\n\r\nOverall I was quite happy with how the Aero Glide 2 performed and was excited for many more miles.","_first_impressions":"field_6313304ba000e","sole_unit":"[caption id=\"attachment_46139\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nSalomon sticks with the Energy Foam midsole which served them well in the original Aero Glide. This material is plush, yet energetic and gives runners superior cushion over most distances. Energy Foam is composed of EVA and olefin. \r\n\r\nBasically, it\u2019s squishy, lightweight and durable<\/strong> which are three great attributes in any running shoe. The beefy Energy Foam layer and larger ground contact area inherently give the shoe a more stable ride as well.\r\n\r\nContragrip is featured on the Aero Glide 2 outsole. This is a proprietary material made by Salomon. Contragrip has several versions; All Terrain, Mud, Road, Winter and Water. \r\n\r\nEach version is different and purpose built for each surface. With the Aero Glide 2 being a road shoe, they naturally utilize Contragrip Road. \r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_46133\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1280\"]\"Picture<\/span>[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI had no major issues with traction on these shoes, however they are noticeably worn. This makes me question the longevity of the shoe and might be the first area to break down.\r\n\r\nI really enjoyed the ride of the Aero Glide 2. They transitioned smoothly from foot strike to push off. \r\n\r\nEarly in runs there was a noticeable energy return and it was easy to transition to faster paces. \r\n\r\nLater in the run when my legs started to tire, the midsole acted as a cushion to reduce knee and ankle soreness. ","_sole_unit":"field_6313305d53bc4","custom_fields":{"model":"Aero Glide 2","cons":[{"cons_line":"Color combinations"},{"cons_line":"Narrow fit"}],"pros":[{"pro_line":"Superior cushion"},{"pro_line":"Breathable upper"},{"pro_line":"Light weight"}],"vote":"7","weight_oz":"9.2","heel_drop_mm":"10","heel_mm":"41","toe_mm":"31","purchased_from_name":"Running Warehouse","purchased_from_url":"https:\/\/www.runningwarehouse.com\/Salomon_Aero_Glide_2\/descpage-SA2AGM0.html?from=guru","comfort":"7","build_quality":"8","upper_rate":"8","sole_unit_rate":"7","landing":"7","transition":"7","toe_off":"8","traction":"8","durability":"8","value_price":"7","who_is_it_for":"Runners who prefer high stack height in a do-it-all running shoe should check out the Aero Glide 2.","verdict":"The Salomon Aero Glide 2 is a responsive , maximum cushion trainer that was built for comfort during easy paces and longer runs.","who_should_buy_it":"

Runners who prefer high stack height in a do-it-all running shoe should check out the Aero Glide 2.<\/p>\n","who_should_not_buy_it_":"

This shoe is not meant for runners with wide feet or consistently fast paces.<\/p>\n","introduction":"

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