About brand
Salomon was founded in 1947 in France by the Salomon family. Initially, the company was engaged in the production of saws and building accessories. Then the range of products began to expand, and in 1948 came the first ski mounts called “Meil carres”.
This product was decisive in choosing the direction of the company, since it became so popular that it diverged under the order and became known not only in France, but also in Switzerland, Austria and the USA.
In 1952 the newest cable fastening was invented. Then the company modernized its products, which in 1979 led to the release of the first ski boots, and 1980 was the year of the creation of the first alpine skis.
Today, the company is at the highest level of its development: it is a global manufacturer of leisure and sports goods, brand products can be found in 160 countries of the world, and advanced technologies make the Salomon products very attractive to customers.
Models
Consider some modifications of the ski sports shoes brand «Salomon».
S-Lab Skate Pro
Racing model is designed for those sports fans who have confidence in their abilities, and he is not afraid to wear professional ski boots.
Here are some of the distinctive qualities of this top model:
- energy communication occurs due to the carbon frame;
- The cuff technology allows the ski socks to come back during pushing and relaxes the muscles. Excellent controllability and freedom of the ankle is provided by lateral stability during the course of the ankle;
- convenience and stability. The back of the leg takes on the desired shape when exposed to heat;
- method of lacing, allowing one movement to cover the foot. The laces are made of Kevlar fibers;
- carbon chassis is used to provide ease, communication of energy and stability when riding;
- handy strap. With the help of a single press adjustment occurs under any foot;
- adjustable cuff;
- easy donning Thin durable material of the inner sock makes it easy to put the foot in the shoe.
Combi
Combined shoes that are suitable for skating and classic running. Distinctive features:
- promote softness when walking classics and support when walking with skate;
- separate fast lacing, making the shoes even more comfortable;
- comfortable fit of the foot;
- two-axis design - guarantees control of the message of energy;
- unique insulation - a guarantee of comfort of the legs during long workouts in the cold.
Quest
Boots are versatile, suitable for both walking and running. The positive qualities of this model are:
- weight advantage. The model is distinguished by its ease and practicality;
- heating. The inner part of the boot has insulation that will provide warmth to the legs;
- comfort when landing legs;
- convenience when riding and removing;
- shaft width adjustment.
Among the collections of the company “Salomon” is not difficult to find female models. These include: a partial line of Quest, X-Pro, Siam 7 Prolink, S-Lab Vitane CL Prolink, Divine and others.
The children's series is presented by the following modifications: X Max, SKIATHLON Junior, MXS-Kids, T1, T2, Ghost and others.
Varieties
Many modifications of ski boots made by Salomon make it possible to divide ski shoes into several categories: snowboarding, cross-country and downhill skiing, and skating.
Examples of models for each category:
- alpine skiingExamples of models: Ghost, X Max, Divine, Mission and others;
- for snowboarding: Pearl Boa, Scarlet Quicklock, Titan Quicklock, Faction Boa, Faction 15-16 and others;
- for cross-country skiing: Escape 5, Siam 5, RS Vitane Carbon and others;
- ridge: RS Carbon, S-Lab Scate Pro Prolink, Equipe 8 Skate, S-Lab Scate and others.
Accessories
In addition to sports shoes, the company also produces accessories for sports equipment.
Covers
Consider an excellent version of the ski bag: Model 1P 165 + 20 Exp.
Features:
- extendable. The cover is lengthened due to the regulation of the straps. The range varies from 165 to 185cm;
- there is an external compartment for business cards;
- ski compartment is made of waterproof material;
- zip fastener;
- strength. Achieved by reinforced bottom.
Backpacks
The distinctive products of the company "Salomon" are high-quality backpacks. One of the most striking examples can be identified model of a backpack for shoes Original Gear Bagpack.
Distinctive characteristics of this product are:
- shoulder strap regulation;
- the presence of an external pocket for business cards;
- the bottom is made of waterproof material;
- the presence of loops on the backpack for mounting the helmet;
- large compartment for shoes;
- the buckle area is provided with a protective soft lining to protect the ski boots;
- separate glove pocket and mask.
Walking pads
Another popular piece of art from the Salomon brand. Their features:
- excellent grip (snow, asphalt and other hard surfaces);
- reduced wear of shoes;
- compactness;
- easy operation. They are easy to take off and put on;
- simple adjustment.
How to choose?
The correct choice of shoes guarantees the athlete comfort while skiing. Therefore, this stage is best approached with all responsibility.
- So, the primary thing to focus on is the dimensional grid. Any self-respecting seller will provide the buyer with a section of parameters of the necessary goods with all sizes.
- Ski boots should fit tightly on the leg, just like any other sports shoes. If the shoes fit freely, it will take more effort than necessary to control the sports equipment.
After choosing the shoes you need to get used to them, repeating the movement of ski maneuvers.
- The second point to pay attention to is rigidity. Depending on the weight and height of the athlete varies and the rigidity of the shoe. The greater the weight or height, the harder the shoe. When trying on before buying, it is not necessary to forget that in the warmth the boots will seem softer than at low temperatures.
It is worth noting that soft shoes are comfortable, and hard ones give full control over speed and maneuvers. Therefore, depending on the needs of the buyer, it is worth choosing one or another form of rigidity.
- The next item is a block. The width of this attribute of shoes varies from 92 to 108mm. The smaller the boot size, the smaller this width. The declared width of the pads may differ from the actual, so the most important thing is to always measure the shoes.
There are shoes in which this indicator can be changed mechanically or in some other way, for example, using a soft insert. In ski boots, the width of the pads is minimal for good fixation of the feet.
- You should not forget about the belt. The width of this attribute is in the range from 25 to 65mm. The belt looks like a strep or booster, and the wider it is, the more secure the lower leg will be.
- Inner. It can be either fully thermoformed or partially. It is necessary for cushioning and landing flexibility. However, this innovation dulls the feeling of skiing.
- Insulation. The material of the inner body is the basis for heat preservation. The thicker such material, the warmer the foot. However, in ski boots such material is reduced to a minimum thickness.
To preserve heat, a material such as down and wool is used. But we must remember that you can not wear socks made of cotton or wool for ski boots.Feet in such socks just freeze, because wool and cotton material do not work well with moisture. Low socks are also extremely not recommended to wear with ski boots, because they can rub the leg area.
The best option is ski socks. They cope with all these problems remarkably.
What to do if your feet are cold?
One of the reasons for the freezing of the legs may be dragging puffs. From this, the vessels do not provide the necessary blood flow to the limbs, and the legs freeze.
Improper stance can also cause freezing of the limbs. The pressure during a straight upright increases, so the vessels are strongly compressed, which also leads to impaired blood circulation.
Care
By following a few rules, you can extend the life of a ski boot. Here are the basic details of how to properly care for sports shoes:
- after the walk, it is necessary to wash the boots from snow and dirt and dry the inside of the boots;
- for washing shoes use only soap with warm water. Do not use gasoline and other chemically active substances;
- Extend the inside of the shoe is strictly prohibited. To eliminate unpleasant odors, you must use special tools offered by the network of sports shops;
- It is forbidden to dry shoes on devices that produce heat. The plastic part can be deformed, and inside the boot everything can be unstuck.
Collection 2019-2020
There are quite a few collections of shoes offered by Salomon. Consider one of the collections that has earned the special trust of customers. The hit of this year's sales is the X PRO 120 BLACK / PETROL BLUE ski boot model.
Here are its features:
- Excellent energy transfer. Achieved due to the working properties of polymers, which are located in the rear leg region and on the sole;
- convenience. The upper area of the boot is made of polyurethane, which contributes to the precise fit of the legs;
- the possibility of fitting the external shoe to the size of the foot;
- lateral stiffness increased by reducing air gaps;
- the belt is supplied with a flypaper for convenience of operation;
- stiffness control. It is provided by adjusting the angle of the tibia;
- interchangeable linings. Sole pads can be replaced when worn.
Reviews
Most consumers of this brand appreciate ski boots "excellent". Pleases quality and resistance to getting wet.
However, there are dissatisfied reviews. Several people claim that because of the high sole of the shoes, the stability of the legs is deteriorating, and also small sizes are missing. But this almost does not affect the overall picture of the Salomon brand review, so you can safely put a rating of "5".