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#1 underrated. Low-to-the-ground, firm but responsive daily trainer that can pick up the pace. Feels like a throwback (in a good way).
Road Daily Trainer
Salomon Aero Blaze 3
A capable, versatile do-it-all daily trainer with a nicely balanced firm-but-cushioned ride and good agility; not the softest or bounciest option, but represents strong value for the range of runs it covers. — The Run Testers
"kind of feels almost like a throwback" — Kofuzi
Physical blueprint
Where this shoe sits
Weight 227 g
Heel stack 39.0 mm
Drop 8.0 mm
Cushioning High
Best for
Daily Training
Suits Heel strikers
Pronation Neutral
Surface Road
Specifications
Weight (M9)
227g (8.0 oz)
Stack (Heel)
39.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
31.0 mm
Drop
8.0 mm
Midsole
Energy Foam Evo (supercritical TPU)
Outsole
Contagrip rubber
Upper
Engineered mesh
Lacing
Traditional
Fit Profile
Length
True To Size
Forefoot Width
Narrow
Midfoot Width
Average
Heel Width
Average
Lockdown
Good
Toe Box
Roomy
Sizing
Half Size Up
Ride Characteristics
Cushioning
High
Stability
Neutral
Durability
Outsole
Above Average
Expert reviews
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A capable, versatile do-it-all daily trainer with a nicely balanced firm-but-cushioned ride and good agility; not the softest or bounciest option, but represents strong value for the range of runs it covers.
Best for: Quick-feet neutral runners wanting a light, nimble, versatile daily trainer capable from easy pace up to marathon pace
Frequently asked questions
How does the Salomon Aero Blaze 3 fit?
The Run Testers notes: Fairly narrow fit overall; reviewer ran a half size up from usual Salomon size and recommends the same for wide-footed runners. Good midfoot lockdown and secure heel, though the knit tongue feels flimsy.
Per The Run Testers.
How much does the Salomon Aero Blaze 3 weigh and what is its drop?
The Salomon Aero Blaze 3 weighs about 227g (men's 9), has a 39.0mm heel stack and a 8.0mm heel-toe drop.
What shoes is the Salomon Aero Blaze 3 compared to?
Reviewers compare the Salomon Aero Blaze 3 to Salomon Aero Glide 4, New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5, Saucony Endorphin Speed 5.
Per The Run Testers.
How many experts have reviewed the Salomon Aero Blaze 3?
Next Pair aggregates 2 expert reviews of the Salomon Aero Blaze 3, including The Run Testers, Kofuzi.
Per The Run Testers, Kofuzi.
Where it sits among similar shoes
Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.
Weight · lower = lighter
Salomon Aero Blaze 3 227g
ASICS GT-2000 13 230g
ASICS Megablast 221g
Puma Velocity Nitro 4 227g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning
Salomon Aero Blaze 3 39.0mm
ASICS GT-2000 13 36.0mm
ASICS Megablast 45.0mm
Puma Velocity Nitro 4 34.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning
Salomon Aero Blaze 3 8.0mm
ASICS GT-2000 13 8.0mm
ASICS Megablast 8.0mm
Puma Velocity Nitro 4 10.0mm
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Foam guide
How Supercritical foams foam works
Methodology. Specs come from manufacturer data and
authoritative third-party catalogs. Reviewer verdicts are summarized
from named, linked sources — never copied verbatim. We weight clinical
and lab-tested sources more heavily than community commentary, but the
specific weights stay internal. Never sponsored, never paid placement.
Last updated 2026-06-14