Head-to-head · Best Trail Running Shoes

Hoka Speedgoat 7 vs Salomon Speedcross 6

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Hoka Speedgoat 7 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.8 vs 4.7). The gap is mostly about trail runners wanting one shoe for varied terrain — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Trail Running Shoes

Hoka Speedgoat 7

4.8

$160

The Speedgoat 7 is the best-overall pick — Hoka's flagship trail shoe with supercritical EVA foam.

Strengths

— Supercritical EVA foam — super responsive
— Vibram Megagrip outsole
— Balanced cushion + traction + stability

Watch-outs

— Higher stack than minimalist runners prefer
— Newer foam less long-term data
— Premium pricing

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Ranked #2 in Best Trail Running Shoes

Salomon Speedcross 6

4.7

$145

The Speedcross 6 is the soft-terrain pick — Salomon's flagship for mud, snow, and loose soil.

Strengths

— Mud Contagrip outsole with deep arrow-shaped lugs
— Bombproof upper
— Best traction in mud / snow / wet grass

Watch-outs

— Aggressive lugs feel awkward on hard-pack
— Heavier than Speedgoat
— Narrow fit

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How they stack up

Hoka Speedgoat 7

Best all-around. Vibram Megagrip. Supercritical foam.

Salomon Speedcross 6

Best soft-terrain traction. Narrow fit. Awkward on hard-pack.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Hoka Speedgoat 7	Salomon Speedcross 6
Drop	4mm	10mm
Outsole	Vibram Megagrip	Mud Contagrip
Midsole	Supercritical EVA	—
Brand	Hoka	Salomon
Lugs	—	Deep arrow

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