Salomon Trailrunning Shoes (e.g., XA PRO 3D V9 GORE-TEX)

Salomon is a world-renowned brand in the field of technical outdoor equipment and trail running. Originally founded in 1947 in Annecy, France, the company started as a workshop specializing in wood saws and ski edges. Over the decades, it evolved into a leader in outdoor sports, introducing revolutionary ski bindings and later expanding into technical footwear and apparel.

Today, Salomon is a flagship brand under Amer Sports. While its heritage and design center remain rooted in the French Alps (Annecy Design Center), the manufacturing of its mass-market footwear is primarily outsourced to major production hubs in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam and India. In recent years, the brand has been part of a significant corporate shift, as its parent company, Amer Sports, was acquired by a consortium led by the Chinese sportswear giant Anta Sports. This transition has consolidated Salomon's position within a global portfolio of premium sports brands like Arc'teryx and Wilson.