Hey guys, I'm Alastair from Trail & Kale, and welcome to my in-depth review of the Salomon S/Lab Pulsar 3! These minimal trail running shoes are designed for ultimate performance on technical terrain, offering exceptional traction and responsiveness. Perfect for skyrunning, they are lightweight and provide excellent support for both climbing and descending.

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In This Video:

00:00:00 Introduction to the Salomon S/Lab Pulsar 3
00:03:09 Key features and statistics
00:06:07 Real-world performance on various terrains
00:12:08 Best alternative trail running shoes right now
00:12:28 Final thoughts on whether they are worth the $200 price tag

Key Features:

Type: Minimal Trail Running Shoes
Weight: 7.1 oz (US Men's 9)
Drop: 6 mm (24 mm heel, 18 mm toe)
Upper: Matryx upper mwesh for breathability and durability
Outsole: Salomon’s Contagrip for exceptional traction with 4.5 mm lugs
Price: $200


Performance Highlights:

Climbing: Lightweight and responsive, perfect for steep ascents
Descending: Excellent control and precision on technical downhills
Flat Running: Fast and responsive, though a bit firm underfoot

Who Should Buy:

Runners looking for minimal, high-performance shoes for technical trails
Skyrunners and mountain runners needing reliable traction and lightweight design
Those with average to narrow feet

Pros:
Exceptional traction with Contagrip outsole
Lightweight and responsive
Breathable and durable Matryx upper
Secure fit with Salomon's Quicklace system

Cons:
Narrow fit may not suit wider feet
Firm midsole may feel harsh on very rocky terrain


Closest Competitors:
HOKA Zinal 2
Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx

Watch Next:
HOKA Zinal 2 Review:    • Hoka Zinal 2 Review  
Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx Review:    • Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx review  

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