| Salomon | Trail Running & Hiking Gear

Established in 1947 in Annecy, nestled in the French Alps, Salomon owes its roots to a humble family workshop run by François Salomon that crafted wood saw blades before it turned its attention to ski edges. This game-changing decision for the family and the brand, guided by son Georges Salomon, was inspired by the boost of postwar tourism from North America and Europe to the Alps. It would cement Salomon’s place in the ski gear industry for decades to come. 

Seeking adventure on the slopes, these tourists would pass through Annecy, with many requiring steel ski edges, which were becoming crucial for performance skiing. Making the move from producing saw blades to ski edges was a natural pivot for the family, as metalworking skills and materials could be transferred from one to the other. From high-performance ski edges, Salomon kept innovating and became pioneers in the skiing industry with the release of the advanced “skade” toe piece in 1957. By 1972, they received global recognition as the top ski binding manufacturer and continued innovating, releasing the first Salomon alpine boot in 1979.

Evolving with their success and innovation, the ‘90s welcomed skis, snowboards and hiking shoes – ready for the Alps – into the Salomon collection. In fact, Salomon skis had earned their place in the 1992 Albertville Olympics.

It was in 2001, nearly a decade later, that the Raid Race was released – a Salomon trail running shoe that epitomised the technical expertise of Salomon. Extending their alpine passion and specialisation into the realm of trail running was transformational to many outdoor enthusiasts across the early 2000s, with the release of the first Salomon Speedcross in 2006. This iconic trail shoe family has been running strong for over 2 decades – demonstrating Salomon’s continuous innovation in footwear technologies.

One of Salomon’s most sought-out technologies, the Quicklace system, allows you to tighten your shoes in a single pull, delivering a secure and customised fit with ease. Another breakthrough, SensiFit technology, cradles the foot from the sole to the laces, ensuring a snug, comfortable and precise fit no matter how rugged the terrain. Paired with protective Profeel Film and high-rebound EnergyCell midsoles, Salomon trail running shoes provide lightweight durability, responsive cushioning and superior stability for your outdoor adventures. Salomon hiking boots in low cut and high cut styles have been trusted by adventure seekers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts across the globe for their sturdy durability and trustworthy traction. 

Today, Salomon stands as a world leader in outdoor sports equipment, trusted by adventurers, athletes and outdoor enthusiasts with their mission “to unleash the best in people through mountain sports”. From trail running and hiking to skiing, snowboarding, climbing, adventure racing and ultramarathon, Salomon has spent decades perfecting gear that thrives in the most demanding environments. 

Salomon has increased their expertise to cover not only ski gear and trail running footwear, but Salomon hiking packs and hydration packs. Salomon hydration vests are considered among the best in the market for their bounce-free, body-conforming designs and large storage capacity. With flexible Salomon water bottles and Salomon soft flasks and hydration reservoirs for leak-proof confidence and lightweight practicality, they have your hydration strategy covered on the trail. 

With women’s hydration packs that offer a female-specific fit and various size options available, Salomon are helping make adventure accessible to everyone. Salomon apparel and outdoor clothing covers everything from outer layers like men’s trekking jackets and women’s hiking jackets that provide waterproof protection, to moisture-wicking clothing like running caps, men’s running shorts, women’s running shorts, tops and tights.

Salomon is always looking to the future, and has been named a Premium Partner for the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. As part of this prestigious role, Salomon will supply clothing, shoes and accessories to judges, volunteers and torch relay participants — a true testament to their world-class craftsmanship and innovation. Salomon also sponsors Golden Trail Series and other epic trail races across the globe.

Beyond performance, Salomon is deeply committed to sustainability and inclusivity. Their ambitious Circular Performance initiative aims to ensure that by 2030, 100% of their key products are circular, eliminating material waste, or are sustainably designed. They are also targeting a 30% lower carbon footprint than their 2019 levels, reinforcing their role as pioneers not just in outdoor gear, but in responsible manufacturing. 

Through the Salomon Foundation, they promote broader, more inclusive access to mountain sports, helping people from all walks of life experience the joy of the outdoors. Salomon’s alpine DNA not only influences their product design but also inspires their corporate culture. Their global headquarters remains in Annecy, keeping them close to the mountains that first sparked their passion for outdoor exploration. Salomon products are tested both in the lab and in real-world conditions, ensuring that key designs are truly mountain-ready.

Their current slogan “Tomorrow is yours” is inspired by the words of Georges Salomon, “What fascinates me the most is what I'm going to invent tomorrow!”- connecting a rich heritage with modern innovation and the promise of adventure.