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  2. Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

€180
Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX

Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX

€200

Quick verdict

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

€180

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (77 vs 72)
  • To spend $20 less
  • A lower drop (6 vs 10 mm)

Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX

€200

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

SpecsReview10Alternatives5

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X· leads in 1

Affordability

Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX· leads in none

  • Cushioning

    No data
    32 mm
  • Lightness

    No data
    340 g
  • Grip

    No data
    5 mmTop 13%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    6 mm
    10 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $200

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX

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Feature
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X€180Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX€200

Essentials

€180
€200
2024
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340 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running / Winter Shoe
Gravel paths, mixed trails and road
snow, ice, winter trails
Trail running, gravel runs, mixed terrain and road training in varied conditions
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Cushioning

6 mm
10 mm
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32 mm
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22 mm
SuperC Foam™ nitrogen infused EVA for full cushioning and comfort
EnergyCell+ EVA cushioning
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Moderate cushioning with durable support

Grip & protection

RB9X™ high-friction rubber compound non-studded traction
Winter Contagrip® rubber with 5 mm lugs and 12 tungsten spikes
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High foot protection for extreme conditions

Upper & fit

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GORE‑TEX waterproof membrane with synthetic/textile
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Standard trail sockliner
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On the terrain

How Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a groundAverage
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X52
Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX55

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X63
  • Cushioning22/40
  • Lightness16/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, lug depth, weight, assumed average.

Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX45
  • Cushioning25/40
  • Lightness3/35
  • Smooth roll17/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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Video Reviews

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Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

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Visual Comparison

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Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
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Which offers better value: Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX?

For value comparison: The Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X ($180) offers better affordability compared to the Salomon SPIKECROSS 6 GORE-TEX ($200). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Looking for alternatives to Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Asics Fujispeed 4
Asics Fujispeed 4

Asics

$180Score 91+14

Better than Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X at:

  • A higher overall score (91 vs 77)
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2Nike ACG Zegama Trail
Nike ACG Zegama Trail

Nike

$180Score 82+5

Better than Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X at:

  • A higher overall score (82 vs 77)
  • A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)
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3Asics Trabuco Max 5
Asics Trabuco Max 5

Asics

$180Score 74−3
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