Salomon spectur 1

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Salomon spectur 1

Price

$400

Rating

High

Popularity

Less Popular

The Salomon Spectur 1 is a versatile trail running shoe positioned for intermediate trail runners, offering a balance of cushioning and support, and it sits between entry-level and advanced models in the Salomon lineup.

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Summary

The Salomon Spectur 1 is a performance-oriented running shoe designed for runners seeking speed and efficiency on the road. It features a lightweight construction combined with a responsive cushioning system that delivers a smooth and invigorating ride. In Salomon's lineup, the Spectur 1 sits as a versatile option for those looking to enhance their tempo runs and races, complementing other models like the cushioned Ride series and the trail-specific Sense series. With a focus on energy return and streamlined design, the Spectur 1 caters to both competitive runners and those looking to elevate their everyday training sessions.

Surface

road

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(34.25mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(engineered mesh upper)

Weight

235g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

8.5mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax

Suitability

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Pros & Cons

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Most Mentioned Pros

Most Mentioned Cons

weather (2)
bounce (1)
heel (1)
energy (1)
shock_dampening (1)
dual density (1)
responsiveness (1)
dual_density (1)
Pros
"The shoe incorporates two types of foams, offering a desirable bounce and energy return during runs."
midsole
energy return
"The shoe provides excellent heel cushioning that enhances performance."
cushioning
performance
"The Salomon S-Lab Spectur features a bouncy midsole that enhances energy return during runs."
EnergyFoam+
EnergyBlade
bounce
"The midsole provides good shock dampening qualities throughout runs, contributing to overall comfort."
midsole
cushioning
comfort
"The SL lab Spectre features dual density cushioning which offers good rebound and optimizes transitions."
cushioning
rebound
performance
"The combination of lightweight and responsive top foam contributes to a pleasant running experience."
lightweight
responsive
cushioning
"Incorporates a two-density foam that offers good protection and comfort."
Cons
"The foam's performance deteriorates in cold weather conditions."
foam
cold
performance
"Performance of the foam decreases in cold weather, which could reduce overall comfort during chilly runs."
cold weather
foam performance
"The shoe provides a firmer ride than expected and lacks a sinking feeling into the foam."
firm ride
cushioning
"The dual density foam characteristics are not well explained or functional as claimed."
confusing feel
unclear benefits
"There’s unclear functionality in the claims made about the midsole's energy return and cushioning."
energy return
unclear claims
"The firm cushioning may hinder energy return and muscle economy during runs."
cushioning
energy return
muscle economy

upper (2)
breathability (2)
padding (2)
tongue (2)
cushioning (1)
smoothness (1)
bounce (1)
protection (1)
Pros
"The upper part of the shoe is comfortable, contributing to the overall experience."
comfort
upper
experience
"The upper of the shoe is comfortable, enhancing the overall wearing experience during runs."
comfortable fit
upper materials
"The shoe offers high breathability, ensuring comfort over long durations."
breathability
comfort
long runs
"The breathable mesh upper allows for comfort in various climates."
breathable
soft
climate-friendly
"The shoe has a comfortable upper with breathability and excellent lockdown."
upper
lockdown
"It features a lightweight and breathable upper for enhanced comfort during runs."
lightweight
breathable
"The shoe offers high breathability, keeping the feet cooler during long runs or races."
breathable
temperature control
"The shoe features a very comfortable upper with effective breathability."
upper
mesh
comfort
"The upper is designed to be breathable, which is key for comfort during runs."
breathability
comfort
design
"The upper is notably comfortable and cushioned, providing a snug fit for the foot."
comfortable
soft
"The shoe provides a smooth ride, thanks to its R-Camber shape design."
ride
design
"The S/Lab Spectur is designed to provide comfort for longer runs."
comfortable
long runs
"The Salomon Spectur 2 features a moderately padded tongue that prevents lacing discomfort."
tongue padding
comfort
no biting
"The shoe has a bouncy feeling that energizes the runner during use."
bouncy
energizing
"The upper provides a good amount of protection in the forefoot area, securing the heel."
Cons
"The shoe's upper is not breathable, making it warm to wear during warmer weather."
breathability
temperature
"The upper material can cause overheating during runs."
breathability
overheating
"The long heel tab can cause irritation on long runs."
heel tab
irritation
"The tongue of the shoe is described as foldy, which may affect the overall comfort."
tongue design
comfort issue
"The tongue is thicker than necessary and not gusseted, which could detract from overall comfort."
thickness
gusset
comfort
"The shoe is noted to have limited efficiency for non-heel strikers, potentially causing discomfort."
cushioning
forefoot
comfort
"The insole and liner materials are very basic, lacking special features or cushioning."
basic insole
lacks features
"The shoe feels less comfortable during longer runs."
comfort
long_distance
protection
"The shoe does not provide adequate comfort at slow paces."
comfort
slow_pace

materials (2)
long-lasting (1)
outsole (1)
wear (1)
material (1)
Pros
"The midsole provides durability alongside a pleasant feel during runs."
stability
durability
midsole
"Highly durable materials allow the shoe to be effective for both training and racing."
durable
training
"The shoe uses materials that are intended to enhance durability and reduce wear over time."
durability
upper material
wear resistance
"The durability of the outsole is commendable, showing minimal wear even under various conditions."
outsole
durability
material
"The shoe has excellent durability, showing minimal wear after extensive use."
long-lasting
cushioning
Cons
"The carbon plate in the shoe reportedly breaks easily, raising durability concerns."
durability issue
carbon plate
concern

responsiveness (4)
transition (3)
weight (3)
aggressiveness (2)
value (2)
bounce (1)
smoothness (1)
pacing (1)
Pros
"The shoe provides excellent bounce due to its EnergyBlade and EnergyFoam+ components."
EnergyBlade
EnergyFoam+
bounce
performance
"The heel-to-toe transition is smooth, aiding in overall run efficiency."
heel-to-toe
smooth
performance
"The shoe provides a smooth heel to toe transition, which is beneficial for long distance running."
smooth transition
long distance
"The new design features pronounced curvature which aids in a smooth transition during runs."
"The shoe is light and highly responsive, making it enjoyable to run in."
lightweight
responsive
upbeat
"The dual density foam in the midsole provides a dynamic and responsive ride, enhancing performance during runs."
dynamic
performance
"The S/Lab Spectur features a responsive and supportive midsole, enhancing performance."
responsiveness
support
"The Salomon Spectur 2 provides a decently responsive ride, catering to those preferring firm options."
responsive
firm
lightweight
"The shoe offers a smooth and bouncy ride for longer runs."
bouncy
accessible
long runs
"The shoe performs better at faster paces, offering a smooth ride when pushing the limit."
fast paces
smooth ride
"The Salomon S/LAB Spectur shoe is effective for road and track races, providing a boost to performance."
performance
road
track
"The shoe helps improve running times, showcasing its effectiveness."
time improvement
performance
"The S/LAB Spectur offers a bouncy and propulsive ride, designed for comfort and stability."
speed
stability
"The shoe integrates a unique design with split heel geometry that may enhance performance."
design
performance
stability
"The shoe performs well at moderate paces, particularly around 4:30 min/km."
"Handles uphill and downhill training effectively, providing comfort during varied terrain."
"The shoe has a rocker design that supports a quick transition and a smooth heel-to-toe movement."
"The shoe's lightweight construction supports high paces and fun workouts for suitable runners."
lightweight
training
workout
"The S/LAB Spectur is designed specifically for amateur racers, offering high performance tailored to their needs."
amateur
design
performance
"It can be used as a versatile training shoe as well as in competition."
training
competition
multi-use
"The shoe provides a combination of innovative components and exclusive design for enhanced running performance."
performance
design
carbon plate
Cons
"Compared to other carbon-plated racers, this shoe is on the heavier side."
weight
performance
"The shoe is considered heavy for a race day option."
heavy
speed
performance
"The shoe is relatively heavy, impacting performance."
heavy
performance
"The shoe might not meet the expectations of runners looking for a more aggressive racing experience."
performance
aggressive
expectation
"The shoe lacks aggression and energy return, affecting performance for faster runs."
performance
energy return
aggression
"There are concerns about consumer acceptance of a heavier shoe."
perception
competition
comfort
"The reviewer questions the shoe's race day efficacy compared to elite models."
efficacy
comparison
elite models
"The shoe is considered too expensive for its level of performance."
price
performance
"There are better-value options available for racing and training."
value
performance
"The shoe does not deliver the propulsive ride expected from a super-shoe."
propulsion
performance
"The S/Lab Spectur feels more like a daily trainer than a racing shoe due to its bulkiness."
bulkiness
daily training
"The shoe does not perform well at fast paces as it feels bulky."
fast running
performance
"Transitional comfort varies, as the shoe feels better at higher speeds."
performance
speed
"The shoe's response drops during explosive movements."
performance
explosive
"The ride can feel clunky, especially in the heel and midfoot areas, hindering performance at moderate paces."
clunky
performance issue
moderate paces

security (2)
sizing (2)
width (2)
comfort (1)
heel support (1)
overall (1)
versatility (1)
breathability (1)
Pros
"The shoe's fit is comfortable and wide enough to cater to different foot types."
wide fit
comfortable
propulsive
"The heel collar is well-padded and stiff, offering excellent heel support during runs."
heel collar
comfort
"The shoe's upper fits well and locks the foot in place without rubbing or heel lift."
upper
lacing
fit
"The shoe has a decent overall fit with good upper security in the heel and midfoot."
good fit
upper security
heel lockdown
"The fit of the shoe is noted as being very good, with a solid heel cup and a comfortable toe box."
fit
comfort
"Suitable for both occasional runners and those seeking to experiment with plates."
"The mesh upper material is both comfortable and breathable, enhancing the overall fit experience."
mesh
comfortable
breathable
Cons
"The shoe has a narrow fit that may not suit all runners."
fit
narrow
midfoot
heel
toebox
"The shoe may not fit true-to-size, potentially causing issues for runners."
fit
size
baggy
"The sizing feels larger than expected, which can affect the fit."
size
fit
comfort
"The upper mesh is soft and unstructured, leading to a less secure fit for a racing shoe."
mesh
fit
structure
"The tongue design is subpar, requiring constant adjustment."
design
adjustment
integration
"The fit can be good, but it is also impacted by the padding which may not suit everyone."
fit
padding
"The shoe has a narrow fit which may not accommodate a variety of foot shapes."
narrow fit
limited space
"The fit of the shoe is narrow throughout, which may not suit everyone."
narrow
fit issue
shoe geometry
"The fit is described as relaxed and may feel sloppy, especially for a race shoe."
fit
relaxed
sloppy
"Heel lift is experienced despite the well-padded heel collar, suggesting issues with the fit."
heel lift
fit
collar
"The upper material is mostly uninformative and chemically synthetic."
breathability
synthetic
unknown
"The shoe's fit may be initially restrictive in the arch area."
fit
arch_support
"The forefoot is narrow, which may lead to discomfort for runners needing more space in that area."
narrow
forefoot
discomfort

support (2)
midsole (2)
stiffness (2)
design (2)
heel (1)
propulsion (1)
ride (1)
plate (1)
Pros
"The bisected heel construction enhances stability for heel strikers, especially during long runs."
stability
heel strikers
long runs
"The design includes an extra stable heel, aiding runners who may lose form towards the end of a marathon."
stability
heel support
"The shoe offers excellent stability for heel strikers, enhancing the running experience for this group."
heel
stability
guidance
"Stability is enhanced by the midsole design which incorporates a fibreglass insert, aiding in better performance."
stable
supportive
"The shoe offers good stability and foot support during exercise thanks to its unique design features."
stability
foot support
design
"The full-length carbon plate enhances stability and propulsion during runs."
carbon plate
stability
"The shoe offers a stable ride for various training paces."
stable
versatile
training
"The design includes features like a dual-density midsole for enhanced stability."
dual-density
stable
"The improved stability due to enhanced midsole geometry aids in performance during races."
stability
performance
"The performance plate enhances stability while maintaining a degree of comfort."
Cons
"The heel section is stiff, which may cause discomfort for slower runners."
heel
stability
"The midfoot section of the shoe feels a bit stiff, which can affect flexibility."
midfoot
flexibility
"The stability features implemented may detract from the 'super' aspect of the shoe."
stability
design
"The shoe's split heel design is confusing and lacks explanation in its benefits."
heel design
confusing
"The heel section is large and noticeable, which affects the running experience."
heel design
stability
"The shoe is particularly designed for heel strikers, which may not suit all runners' preferences."
heel strikers
target audience
design
"The heel geometry lacks sufficient rounding, creating a clunky feeling during transitions."
heel geometry
transition
clunky feeling
"There's minimal midsole or outsole coverage through the narrow midfoot area, leading to potential instability."
midfoot
instability
narrow
"The heel feels like it mimics a lateral wedge, which can pitch the runner medially, impacting stability."
lateral wedge
stability issue
heel

traction (6)
wet (1)
durability (1)
off-road (1)
Pros
"The Contagrip outsole provides great grip and traction on various surfaces."
grip
traction
Contagrip
"The Contagrip rubber outsole provides excellent grip and support on the run."
grippy
supportive
trail-inspired
"The shoe grips effectively on dry surfaces, providing good traction for various running conditions."
good grip
dry surfaces
"The outsole provides excellent traction and durability for long-term use."
outsole
durability
"The use of a Contagrip outsole provides excellent grip, enhancing traction on various surfaces."
traction
grip
"The Contagrip® outsole provides reliable grip on wet surfaces and trails."
grip
wet surfaces
trails
"The shoe can grip well in wet conditions, providing good traction."
good traction
wet conditions
"Commended for its grip, as it features a complete outsole with high durability."
Cons
"The grip on wet surfaces is inadequate, creating safety concerns when running in such conditions."
wet surfaces
traction
"The shoe lacks adequate grip on off-road terrain."
off-road
trail
grip

price (2)
pricing (1)
form (1)
value (1)
versatility (1)
design focus (1)
design (1)
innovation (1)
Pros
"The shoe is competitively priced at $220, appealing to a wider audience."
price
value
accessibility
"The shoe addresses common form issues faced by recreational runners, providing confidence during marathons."
form
confidence
marathons
"The shoe offers excellent value for money, making it a great choice for budget-conscious runners."
affordable
value
"The price point of the shoe is considered reasonable given the performance it offers compared to other super shoes."
affordability
super shoe alternative
"The shoe can cater to various pace-runners, making it versatile for different training needs."
versatile
training
"The shoe acknowledges and addresses the challenges recreational runners face in maintaining form while racing."
recreational runners
form maintenance
"The shoe's aesthetic design is appealing and well-received by testers."
aesthetics
design
look
"Salomon is innovating in the running shoe market, carving out a niche against established brands like Nike."
market competition
innovation
brand strategy
"The Salomon Spectors are lightweight, with a weight of only 280 grams."
Cons
"The tongue of the shoe does not maintain its shape well during use."
tongue
construction
"The tongue of the shoe feels bulky and unnecessary, which may detract from its performance."
tongue
bulky
design
"The overall weight of the shoe feels heavier than expected, which might hinder speed."
weight
speed
"The shoe is priced high, potentially limiting its appeal."
cost
value
daily trainer
"Skepticism remains about the shoe's design for slower marathoners."
design
target audience
performance
"The shoe is not designed for everyday training runs."
training
race
design
"The added padding around the heel makes the shoe heavier than others in its category."
weight
padding
heaviness
"While there are decent features, the shoe does not fit well into all running rotations."
versatility
rotation
usage
"The price might seem high for a shoe that performs adequately but might not excel in any specific area."
price
value
performance
"The shoe is overpriced considering its unclear technology and material quality."
overpriced
value concern
"The shoe's price is considered high, which may not be accessible for all runners."
cost
affordability
"The lack of communication regarding the shoe's technology leads to confusion."
lack of information
marketing
consumer confusion
"Long laces can be cumbersome and affect how the shoe feels."
cords
length

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