Special Features of the New Salomon Genesis Trail Running Shoes

Salomon pretty much invented trail running. Their first grippy ‘run anywhere’ shoes appeared in the mid 90s and their chunky soles and tough uppers were very different to anything else that was around at the time. Now Salomon has redefined a category they invented with their new GENESIS mountain running shoes.  

The new Salomon GENESIS shoes have been designed to give you next level comfort, agility, and confidence inspiring grip in tricky terrain.  

Salomon GENESIS brings new technology to trail shoes. 

1. All-Terrain Contagrip® outsole, with unique two-part 4.5 mm deep lugs and raised tread that give you secure grip even on the sketchiest mountain trail. The heel stack height is 34 mm, and the forefoot stack height is 26 mm. 

2. Matryx® woven upper is breathable, and skree and rock-resistant for super durability. This patented technology upper is woven with aramid fibre to give you a comfortable and efficient foot-mapping support.

3. Salomon Active Chassis delivers the agility and freedom of movement you need on inconsistent surfaces.

4. EndoFit™ uppers for an improved biomechanical fit and supreme ‘all-day’ comfort.

5. Quicklace™ system makes secure, supportive lacing quick and easy.

6. ENERGYFOAM – Lightweight, responsive foam created by combining EVA and Olefin [OBC] for long-lasting cushioning and bouncy energy return.

Your new Salomon Genesis trail running shoes are available now at Outside Sports Queenstown, Te Anau, Wanaka and Tekapo – alongside great options from ON Running, NNormal, La Sportiva, Asics, Salewa, and The North Face.