Snow, ice and mud quickly expose the limits of ordinary trail shoes. The Salomon Spikecross 6 was my first shoe from the brand, so I was keen to see how its spikes, fit and cushioning would work on my winter runs. Grip proved the biggest benefit, although this is clearly not a shoe for every route.
Salomon Spikecross 6 — what kind of shoe is it?
The Spikecross 6 is a spiked winter shoe built around the fit of the Speedcross family. Its aggressive tread makes its intended use clear. This review separates my running impressions from the manufacturer’s construction details. The original material was produced in cooperation with Sportano.pl.
Weight: 369 g in size EU 44⅔
My shoe in size EU 44⅔ weighed 369 g. It is one of the heavier running shoes I have used, including compared with the Saucony BlazeTR review. On winter runs, I cared more about what I gained in return: grip and a secure hold. This is a measurement of my shoe, not a weight for every size.
First impressions and fit
Grip, comfort and quick adjustment stood out on the first runs. Quicklace made it easy to tighten the lacing. The shoe held my foot well, and I did not experience rubbing or noticeable discomfort on longer winter runs. That describes my fit experience; trying a pair on remains the best way to judge your own.
Spikes and Winter Contagrip outsole
Salomon lists 12 spikes and a Winter Contagrip outsole. I felt the biggest benefit on ice and compact snow, where I found it easier to stay in control uphill and downhill. On large rocks and asphalt, the spikes were much less welcome. This is a specialist winter trail shoe rather than an everyday road trainer.
The aggressive tread also gave me good purchase in soft snow and mud. I do not take that as a promise that slipping is impossible. These are impressions from my routes, without a controlled traction measurement.
Upper and protection from moisture
My feet stayed dry during the runs described here, including snow, mud and several puddles. The original article contained contradictory membrane information. The official Spikecross 6 GORE-TEX specification confirms GORE-TEX; the earlier statement that it lacked that membrane was incorrect. My experience comes from running, not an immersion test.
Grip and stability on my routes
Grip is the strongest feature for me. Running on icy paths felt more predictable, and the spikes helped both uphill and downhill. I still adjusted my pace to the conditions. A positive experience with a shoe does not mean every icy route is suitable for running.
Where it fits into winter training
My practical takeaway is straightforward: the Spikecross 6 makes sense when winter trails are a regular part of training. When choosing a route, I would consider how much snow and ice it includes, along with asphalt sections where the spikes felt awkward. If most of your running is on cleared streets, I would not choose this as your only pair. For a separate look at a conventional trail shoe, see my On Cloudultra 2 review; it serves a different purpose from a specialised spiked winter model.
Comfort, cushioning and wet conditions
Despite the bulky appearance and noticeable weight, I found the shoes comfortable, including on longer runs. Comfort mattered to me because of my previous knee problems. However, this review did not measure joint loading and cannot demonstrate that the shoe protects the knee.
Snow, rain and the puddles I encountered did not leave my feet wet. I did not measure the limits of water protection, so I cannot give a threshold. For my winter runs, the combination of upper protection, foothold and grip worked well.
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Verdict: who is the Spikecross 6 for?
The Spikecross 6 quickly became one of my favourite running shoes. I would mainly consider it for someone who regularly runs snowy or icy paths and wants a dedicated winter pair. Grip and the secure fit on my foot were its strengths. The compromises were substantial weight, less versatility on hard surfaces and a price I considered high at the time of the test. I would not call it ideal for everyone.
FAQ — questions after the test
How much did the tested shoe weigh?
My size EU 44⅔ shoe weighed 369 g, as shown in the photograph. This is not a claimed weight for all sizes.
Does this model have GORE-TEX?
Yes. Salomon lists GORE-TEX for the Spikecross 6 GORE-TEX. My feet stayed dry on the runs described in this review.
Would I use it on asphalt?
I would not choose it for regular road running. On my runs, the spikes felt less suitable on hard surfaces and offered their main benefit on winter trails.
Do the spikes prevent every slip?
No. They helped me feel more in control on snow and ice, but I did not test every possible surface and do not regard them as a safety guarantee.
Will it fit a wide foot?
I did not compare fit across different foot widths. I can report a secure hold and no rubbing on my own feet; an individual fit decision requires trying the shoe on.
Cooperation and sources
The material was produced in cooperation with Sportano.pl. The original THESOR10 offer ended in January 2025 and is not presented as a current promotion. This article contains affiliate links and banners.
Sources: my original test and photographs, published on 20 January 2025, and the official Salomon Spikecross 6 GORE-TEX specification, checked on 26 October 2026. Construction details come from Salomon; comfort and running assessments are my personal observations. This English translation was prepared on 26 October 2026.
Have you run in the Spikecross 6? Tell me in the comments which surfaces worked best for you.