Side by side comparison: Salomon Genesis 2 vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2026
Price Judgment
Buy
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Outstanding grip
Excellent stability
Durable upper and outsole
Quicklace durability issues
Moderate underfoot protection
Average breathability
Specs
| Best for | 6:00–8:30 min/km |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Stack | 33.5 mm heel / 25.5 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 285 g |
| Terrain | technical_trail |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Durable, stable technical trail shoe with excellent grip and fit; moderate protection, great value.
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2026
Price Judgment
Buy
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Exceptional comfort
Stable wide platform
Versatile traction
Toe lug wear
Lockdown for narrow feet
Retains moisture
Specs
| Best for | 5:30-7:30 min/km |
| Drop | 6 mm |
| Stack | 41 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 285 g |
| Terrain | light_trail |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Max-cushion trail shoe excelling in comfort, stability, and versatility for long mixed-terrain runs.
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