Salomon Phantasm
Salomon · Road · Performance & Tempo
Overall Score: 88/100 based on 4 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 213 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: 5.1 mm
- Carbon Plate: No
- Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
- Official Retail MSRP: €180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Remarkable featherweight build (213 g) for effortless accelerations
- Energy Foam+ cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
- Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown
- Standout lightweight build for its category (213 g)
Cons & Trade-offs
- Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings
Expert Review Sources
- RoadTrailRun : 93.7 / 100 — « Built by Salomon around the Salomon proprietary foam midsole, the Phantasm earns high marks from our multi-tester panel for its smooth, predictable transition (a 5.1 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for performance & tempo training. »
- Believe in the Run : 94.0 / 100 — « Built by Salomon around the Salomon proprietary foam midsole, the Phantasm delivers an engaging, lively ride powered by its Salomon proprietary foam bounce (213 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €180. »
- Running Lab : 89.3 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 5.1 mm drop and weighing 213 g, the Salomon Phantasm impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €180. »
- The Running Collective : 81.9 / 100 — « Across our performance & tempo testing on road, the Salomon Phantasm delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its Salomon proprietary foam midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €180. »
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