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Salomon Aero Blaze 2

A lighter, more traditional daily trainer than the Aero Glide, with a moderate energyFOAM midsole and a smooth, slightly rockered ride. It handles everyday miles well and can pick up the pace for strides or light tempo work.

Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack36 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Salomon Aero Blaze 2 for everyday training miles and long runs. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.

Daily trainingLong runs
Pros
  • Versatile weight for a daily trainer
  • Smooth transitions
  • Reasonably priced
Cons
  • Foam feels ordinary next to supercritical rivals
  • Hard to find in US run specialty stores
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability74
Popularity52
Price80
Versatility52
Lightness79

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$130Price (MSRP)
36 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
8.8 ozMen's weight
7.8 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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