Trail running shoes have evolved dramatically over the past two decades, and few brands have shaped that evolution like Salomon. In this episode, Taylor Bodin—Lead Trail Reviewer at Believe in the Run—joins Josh to explore how Salomon helped define modern mountain racing and why its influence still shows up on trails around the world.

From the early days of technical mountain footwear to the current wave of innovation in trail running shoes, the conversation traces how Salomon has balanced progression with staying true to its roots—and what that tension means for the future of trail running.

For trail runners curious about the brands, gear, and history shaping the sport today.

Believe in the Run reviews + articles:

1. Salomon Genesis Review
2. S/Lab Pulsar 3 Review
3. S/Lab Ultra Glide First Thoughts
4. Salomon x Ciele collab

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Presented by Kiprun.

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