The Salomon Pulsar Trail is designed for runners who spend more time off-road than on pavement. Built to handle uneven terrain, this shoe brings together cushioning and traction in a lightweight package, ideal for those early-morning trail outings or multi-hour mountain adventures.
With high damping, the Pulsar Trail offers ample shock absorption to help reduce fatigue over long distances. Despite the generous cushioning, it weighs just 280 grams per shoe, so your legs won’t feel bogged down on steeper climbs or fast descents. The 2.5 mm lug depth grips soft dirt and gravel, giving you confidence on slippery or loose surfaces.
The stack height—32 mm under the heel and 26 mm under the forefoot—refers to the thickness of the midsole cushioning. A higher stack height generally means more comfort and protection from rocks and roots, while the 4 mm difference between heel and toe provides a slight heel-to-toe drop that promotes a natural running stride. Lug depth (2.5 mm) indicates how deep the tread bites into the ground, balancing grip with flexibility so you can feel the trail without losing traction.
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Salomon says about the Pulsar Trail
Fast, responsive and fun for your daily trail runs.
Make every day feel like your best day on the trails. PULSAR TRAIL features our soft and springy Energy Surge midsole for lively response and fluid, smooth transitions, coupled with Energy Blade for propulsion. A higher stack height brings added comfort underfoot.