Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL: Mixed Terrain Comfort for Your Daily Miles

For those of us who love to run, there’s a special kind of freedom in letting your route take you wherever it leads. Sometimes that’s smooth asphalt, other times it’s a gravel path, a dusty dirt road, or even a stretch of open field. If you’ve ever wished your road shoes could handle a bit more adventure, then you’re going to want to hear about the Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL.

This shoe is designed for runners who enjoy a mix of terrain, seamlessly blending road performance with the grip and protection you need for venturing off-road. It’s built to make those transitions from pavement to gravel, and back again, feel completely natural.

The Aero Glide 3 GRVL features a generous stack of Salomon’s energyFOAM evo midsole. This isn’t just about soft landings; it’s about a balanced experience. You get plenty of cushioning to absorb the impact of your strides, but also a dynamic rebound that adds a lively, responsive feel to each push-off. It’s a combination that aims to keep your legs feeling fresh, whether you’re out for a quick daily jog or tackling a longer run.

The midsole also incorporates Salomon’s Reverse Camber geometry, a curved design inspired by their ski heritage. This feature is all about smooth transitions, helping you feel like you’re gliding over the ground.

Step into the Aero Glide 3 GRVL, and you’ll immediately notice the upper. It’s crafted with a unique, seamless construction and a 3D mesh that aims to fit like a glove. This design helps eliminate pressure points and hot spots, which is a big deal for comfort over varied distances. Inside, features like EndoFit and internal SensiFit cradle your foot, providing a precise and secure hold without feeling restrictive.

Now, for the “GRVL” part. The outsole is where this shoe truly earns its mixed-terrain stripes. Salomon’s Gravel ContaGRIP outsole is inspired by gravel bikes, with a tread designed for all-terrain grip. This means you can confidently switch from asphalt to loose gravel, dirt trails, and even uneven paths. The Chevron lugs are strategically placed for multi-directional grip, helping with traction on softer surfaces like loose dirt, and the 3.5mm lugs offer a hybrid grip that performs well across various terrains. While not designed for deep mud or very technical, rocky trails, it offers reliable traction for those “in-between” moments when the surface changes.

Weighing in around 9.4 oz (266g), and with a heel stack of 43mm and a forefoot stack of 35mm (resulting in an 8mm drop), the Aero Glide 3 GRVL packs a lot of cushioning and protection into a surprisingly light package. It’s a versatile choice for those looking for a shoe that handles a variety of routes without skipping a beat.

So, if your runs often involve a mix of paved roads and unpaved paths, and you appreciate a comfortable, well-cushioned feel with reliable traction, the Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL might just be a great addition to your running shoe rotation.