We were able to get rid off the plastic pods so the board is not only lighter, but looks so much better too. Also, we adjusted the flex to make it a little softer which also makes... more...it a lot more aggressive to ride.
Advantages: Good looks, great price, great overall performance. Disadvantages: Only available in one size (8.5 UK).
Last year (2000) Salomon announced the release of two new skates, the ST90 and the ST80. For some reason Salomon decided to scrap production of the ST80 and released the ST70 (a cheaper model) instead. Last summer Salomon decided to sell off all of there sample models of the ST80 so now these samples are available.
Since these are sample skates they were only ever made in one size (uk 8.5) so if this size is too large or too small for you then forget about buying these skates as riding wrongly sized skates can be detrimental to the health of your feet.
Out of the box these skates look amazing. The cool blue-grey colour used for the boot is definitely the most aesthetically pleasing of on any of the recent Salomon skates. This is highlighted by the white frame which gives the skates a very clean, stylish appearance.
These skates ...
duncbarton 09.06.2001
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Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Salomon ST80
Advantages: Look cool, roll really smooth Disadvantages: stock frames and soul plates are a bit slow
I love these skates. They skate really similar to all the old Salomons except, they are much more comfortable and look much cooler. They wheels and bearings are really smooth and the frames and soul plates can now be exchanged for other companies products (UFS frames, Mecanizm Wings, etc.).
The STI's still have the heel shock absorber,but now they also feature a full length shock absorber on top of this. They still have the custom fit liners which can be moulded to the shape of your foot for a perfect fit. Basically I love these skates and if you even liked the old Salomon skates you?ll love these too. They are just like the old ones but improved in so many ways. Buy them now. ...
duncbarton 24.08.2001
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Ciao members have rated this review on average: somewhat helpful Review of Salomon STi Team
Advantages: long lasting, ideal changing weather Disadvantages: you get so used to wearing them you don't like going out in your heels!
These are the third pair of Salomon shoes I?ve owned and I don?t think I will ever buy a different brand of walking shoe again. I live in a hilly area and don?t have a car and therefore do a lot of walking, not only are they incredibly comfortable but they keep my feet dry in the wettest of weather but at the same time circulate air and therefore I?ve never had the ?smelly trainer? problem. Basically they are warm and dry in winter and cool in the summer.
As well as the everyday use mentioned above I?ve also wear them for more challenging walking, for example coastal path walks.
My last pair lasted over three years with consistent use but not until the very end did they show any sign of their age.
I also, and I know this is a very personal preference, find them much more attractive than a normal trainer. ...
We were able to get rid off the plastic pods so the board is not only lighter, but looks so much better too. Also, we adjusted the flex to make it a little softer which also makes it a lot more aggressive to ride.
