The Pulsar Trail Pro 2 combines Salomon's energetic Energy Foam with a propulsive Energy Blade composite plate to deliver fast, rockered turnovers across rolling trail networks and smooth fire-roads.
Skip it — or buy it
Verdict: buySkip it if
You run primarily in deep, sticky mud and wet mossy alpine talus. 3.5mm Contagrip lugs lack the depth required for loose, greasy mountain mud.
You have wide feet and need a relaxed forefoot splay. Salomon's racing fit is notoriously sleek, narrow, and precise through the midfoot.
You dislike stiff forefoot rockers on slow, steep technical scrambles. Energy Blade TPU plate resists natural foot bending on steep ascents.
Buy it if
You want a fast, plated trail racer for non-technical runnable courses. Energy Blade plate propels rapid turnover on rolling fire-roads.
You love Salomon's precise Quicklace fit with built-in debris gaiter. Integrated ankle collar keeps out sand, pebbles, and trail debris.
You want a lightweight 260g shoe that handles transitions onto road sections. Low 3.5mm lugs transition smoothly between dirt and tarmac.
What the community says
Synthesized from 18 wear-test videos and 145+ Reddit runner logs.
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Sleek Narrow LastModerate
Classic Salomon narrow racing silhouette pinches runners with wide forefeet.
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Limited Mud TractionModerate
3.5mm lug depth packs out quickly in heavy clay and deep mud.
