Salomon Speedcross 6 (men's US9, per shoe) vs Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Aggressive trail shoe with deep Contagrip lug pattern for soft muddy terrain, Quicklace system, and protective toe cap. Weight per shoe.
Check price Full details →Versatile waterproof low hiking shoe with GORE-TEX membrane and Contagrip MA outsole. Lightweight and stable on mixed terrain. Weight per shoe (US M9).
Check price Full details →Salomon Speedcross 6 (men's US9, per shoe) vs Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Salomon Speedcross 6 (men's US9, per shoe) wins — at 310 g it is 71 g (19%) lighter than the Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX (381 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
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