BP
Reviewer's top Salomon pick including the gravel version; called a unique and standout option with the gravel version specifically praised.
Road Daily Trainer
Salomon Aero Glide 4
The Aeroglide 4 is a significant improvement over the Aeroglide 3 with real softness and foam compression, but the dense forefoot rubber pod limits dynamism for forefoot strikers and the $160 price feels high for what you get; midfoot and heel strikers looking for a tall-stack daily trainer will find it pleasant. — Kofuzi
Physical blueprint
Where this shoe sits
Weight 283 g
Heel stack 43.0 mm
Drop 8.0 mm
Cushioning Maximal
Best for
Daily Training
Suits Heel, Midfoot strikers
Pronation Neutral
Surface Road
Specifications
Weight (M9)
283g (10.0 oz)
Stack (Heel)
43.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
35.0 mm
Drop
8.0 mm
Midsole
optiFOAM 2 (supercritical TPU)
Outsole
Contagrip GRVL rubber
Upper
3D mesh with quickLACE neo
Lacing
Traditional
Fit Profile
Length
Runs Long
Forefoot Width
Narrow
Lockdown
Good
Sizing
True To Size
Ride Characteristics
Cushioning
Maximal
Energy Return
High
Stability
Neutral
Rocker
Moderate
Expert reviews
DO
Lost round one to the On Cloudsurfer 2; the panel likes Salomon's recent foam advancements but two of three testers have consistently rolled their ankles in the Aeroglide line across two versions.
FR
One of the best daily trainers available, comfortable across long and short runs though slightly narrow.
Best for: Daily training, long runs and short runs for narrower feet
K
The Aeroglide 4 is a significant improvement over the Aeroglide 3 with real softness and foam compression, but the dense forefoot rubber pod limits dynamism for forefoot strikers and the $160 price feels high for what you get; midfoot and heel strikers looking for a tall-stack daily trainer will find it pleasant.
Best for: Easy daily runs and long slow distance for midfoot to heel strikers; long walks and extended time on feet
TR
The Run Testers call the standard Aeroglide 4 the softer, more cushioned of the two Aeroglide options, among the best cushioned shoes they tested in 2026.
+2 earlier reviews from The Run Testers
A capable, cushioned road daily trainer with a nice Optivibe 2 rocker ride, but the reviewer finds it a bit too soft and the fit/tongue less comfortable than the Gravel version at the same price.
Best for: Runners who want a lighter, softer cushioned road daily trainer for easy and steady miles up to marathon pace.
A comfortable, surprisingly lightweight max-cushion daily trainer that rides smoothly at easy paces but loses out to strong rivals and its own gravel sibling on versatility and snap.
Best for: Easy and steady daily training for runners who want max cushion in a lightweight, nimble package with a slipper-like ride.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Salomon Aero Glide 4 fit?
Reviewers note: True to size for road shoe; inside-out upper design moves seams to exterior, creating more interior room and a more accommodating feel; tongue is thin, floppy, and tends to escape the shoe while running; slightly more heel collar padding than prior version
Per Kofuzi.
How much does the Salomon Aero Glide 4 weigh and what is its drop?
The Salomon Aero Glide 4 weighs about 283g (men's 9), has a 43.0mm heel stack and a 8.0mm heel-toe drop.
What shoes is the Salomon Aero Glide 4 compared to?
Reviewers compare the Salomon Aero Glide 4 to Salomon Aeroglide 3, Salomon Aero Blaze 3, Salomon Aeroglide 4 Gravel, Saucony Ride 19.
Per Kofuzi, The Run Testers, Doctors of Running.
How many experts have reviewed the Salomon Aero Glide 4?
Next Pair aggregates 7 expert reviews of the Salomon Aero Glide 4, including Kofuzi, The Run Testers, Doctors of Running.
Per Kofuzi, The Run Testers, Doctors of Running.
Where it sits among similar shoes
Compared to other road daily trainer in the same lane.
Weight · lower = lighter
Salomon Aero Glide 4 283g
Adidas Supernova Solution 2 266g
Kiprun Kipride Max 278g
Saucony Omni 23 ST 23 286g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning
Salomon Aero Glide 4 43.0mm
Adidas Supernova Solution 2 36.0mm
Kiprun Kipride Max 44.0mm
Saucony Omni 23 ST 23 40.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning
Salomon Aero Glide 4 8.0mm
Adidas Supernova Solution 2 10.0mm
Kiprun Kipride Max 6.0mm
Saucony Omni 23 ST 23 8.0mm
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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
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Last updated 2026-09-29