Shoes
Salomon Aero Blaze 4 (men)
A lighter, more responsive road shoe with a technical mesh upper. Good for the faster sessions of a Hyrox build, at the lowest price of the three shoes.
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Our verdict
The Aero Blaze 4 gets a new technical mesh for breathability and a secure fit, on an optiFOAM² midsole that Salomon presents as a mix of cushioning, response and quick transitions. It is the lighter-feeling option next to the Salomon Aero Glide 4 (men).
For a Hyrox build it suits the interval work: the classic 6 to 8 x 1 km at race pace mirrors the eight running segments of the course. It is a road shoe, so it does not replace a stable flat shoe on sled, carry and lunge stations.
What we like
- + Breathable technical mesh
- + Responsive midsole for faster runs
- + Cheapest of the three shoes picked
What to know
- - Less cushioning than the Aero Glide 4
- - Not stable enough for heavy station work
Frequently asked questions
Aero Blaze 4 or Aero Glide 4?
The Blaze is the more responsive option for faster sessions, the Glide the more cushioned one for easy and long runs.
Is it good for intervals?
Yes, that is where a responsive road shoe makes sense, for example repeated 1 km efforts.
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