Side by side comparison: Salomon S/Lab Pulsar 4

Salomon S/Lab Pulsar 4
SalomonS/Lab Pulsar 4

Technical Trail

Product Judgment

8.4

Strong

released 2025

Price Judgment

~$220$220$202$165$147

Overpriced

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 8Stability: 9Durability: 8Grip: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 7Long: 8Light Trail: 8Technical Trail: 9Door to Trail: 6

Pros & Cons

Excellent technical stability
Responsive, protective cushioning
Durable MATRYX upper
Reduced breathability
Limited grip in mud
Heavier than previous Pulsars

Specs

Best for4:15-6:00 min/km
Drop6 mm
Stack34 mm heel / 28 mm forefoot
Weight247 g
Terraintechnical_trail
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonsummer
Plateno

Judgment Summary

Stable, fast technical trail racer balancing agility, protection, and control.