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Use: Regular (once or twice a week)
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Weight of runner: Under 65kg, Under 75kg, Under 85kg, Over 85kg
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Rebound: Excellent
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Shock absorption: Excellent
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Shoe weight: 267g
Salomon Genesis 2
The i-Run team says
The Salomon Genesis 2 shoe for women is designed to tackle all your trail challenges. Versatile, precise, and protective, it confidently supports you on technical terrains as well as during your long trail adventures.
Salomon Genesis 2, for what type of athlete, what use, what distance, and what surface?
It is aimed at trail runners of all levels looking for a model capable of offering an excellent balance between comfort, stability, and precision on a wide variety of terrains.
Designed for regular outings as well as competitions, it supports both your short sessions and long distances. Its comfortable cushioning, precise support, and reliable grip allow you to tackle the most demanding courses with confidence.
It reveals its full potential on mixed, rocky, and technical terrains. Its high-performance grip and 4 mm lugs enable it to move confidently on dry, wet, or muddy surfaces.
Genesis 2 by Salomon, what use?
+ Ideal for trail runners looking for a versatile model, it combines comfort, stability, and precision to accompany you in both training and competition on all types of courses.
- If you are looking for a model more oriented towards long distances with more generous cushioning, we recommend the Salomon Ultra Glide.
Why choose the Salomon Genesis 2?
Designed to adapt to the most varied terrains, it allows you to enjoy:
- Comfortable cushioning that effectively absorbs impacts.
- A smooth and dynamic stride that promotes acceleration.
- Excellent stability to secure your footing on technical terrains.
- Appreciable precision when trails become more demanding.
- A high-performance grip on dry, wet, and muddy terrains.
- A breathable and abrasion-resistant upper.
- A precise fit that supports each of your movements.
Genesis 2, what's new?
Compared to the Genesis, this new version evolves in several areas:
- A new lighter foam that enhances comfort and energy return.
- A reworked rocker geometry that smooths transitions.
- A redesigned Active chassis that reinforces stability on rough terrains.
- A more breathable and more resistant upper.
- A lightened outsole that improves grip, especially on muddy terrains.
- An optimized design to offer more dynamism on all types of courses.
Characteristics of the Salomon Genesis 2
- Drop: 8 mm.
- Cushioning: the midsole combines generous cushioning with excellent energy return to offer a smooth and comfortable stride. Its new lighter foam enhances dynamic sensations while its rocker geometry promotes natural transitions. The integrated chassis reinforces stability to move confidently on technical terrains.
- Upper (the upper part that wraps the foot): made of Matryx textile, it combines lightness, breathability, and abrasion resistance. Its precise fit securely holds the foot, while its design promotes good air circulation to maintain your comfort when conditions become warmer or more humid.
- Outsole: ensures excellent grip on a wide variety of terrains. Lighter, its new design improves grip, especially when conditions become muddy.
- Removable Ortholite insole
- Weight observed at i-Run: 267g in size 40
Technologies
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Quicklace
Easy to put on and take off. For a secure and personalized fit.
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Ortholite
Insole that provides comfort and cushioning. Limits moisture and odors, and promotes air circulation around the foot.
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EndoFit
Exclusive Salomon technology consisting of an internal sleeve designed to hold the foot and improve ground feedback and foot wrapping.
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Matryx
Innovative shaft incorporating patented technology, it is woven with aramid fiber to ensure a comfortable and effective fit for the foot.
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All Terrain Contagrip
All Terrain Contagrip adapts to a multitude of surfaces. It offers great durability and boosts your confidence on wet, dry, hard, or unstable terrain.
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Active Chassis
The Active Chassis provides lateral support and beneficial guidance on unstable terrain. For better control and uncompromised agility.
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OptiFOAM
Light and responsive foam that provides remarkable cushioning and a high-performing rebound that propels you forward.