Kiprun Kipclimb Max vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Kiprun Kipclimb Max

Kiprun Kipclimb Max

£149.99
Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon Ultra Glide 4

€150

Quick verdict

Kiprun Kipclimb Max

£149.99

The better pick if you want:

  • A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)

Salomon Ultra Glide 4

€150

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (90 vs 78)
  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 3)
  • A lighter option (40 g less)
  • More cushioning (39 vs 34 mm heel stack)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 173 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

Kiprun Kipclimb Max· leads in 2

GripAffordability

Salomon Ultra Glide 4· leads in 2

CushioningLightness
  • Cushioning

    34 mm
    39 mmTop 13%
  • Lightness

    315 g
    275 gTop 31%
  • Grip

    5 mmTop 13%
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    4 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $150Top 32%
    $150Top 38%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Kiprun Kipclimb Max vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4

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Essentials

£149.99
€150
2026
2026
315 g
275 g

Overview

Ultra-Technical Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
ultra-technical mountain terrain, rocks, scree and mud
Mixed trails and long distances
Mountain ultras and long technical routes from 40 to 170 km
Long-distance trail running and ultras

Cushioning

4 mm
6 mm
34 mm
39 mm
30 mm
33 mm
Structured SHIFTECH+™ foam with a responsive FASTECH™ insert for balanced cushioning and rebound
optiFOAM cushioning with relieveSPHERE geometry
Balanced, stable cushioning for long days in the mountains
Maximum cushioning for endurance trail runs

Grip & protection

Kiprun rubber outsole with 5 mm deep lugs
All Terrain Contagrip® rubber with ~4 mm lugs
Reinforced full rock guard covering the forefoot
High foot protection for long runs
5 mm deep lugs for mud, loose rock and steep inclines
All Terrain Contagrip® for grip on mixed trails

Upper & fit

MATRYX® high-tenacity, abrasion-resistant and breathable upper
Engineered mesh with integrated reinforcements
Removable sockliner
OrthoLite® sockliner
Precise fit with integrated elastic lace keeper on the tongue
Quicklace™ lacing, neutral support, regular width
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On the terrain

How Kiprun Kipclimb Max vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4 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
Kiprun Kipclimb Max58
Salomon Ultra Glide 456

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Kiprun Kipclimb Max55
  • Cushioning29/40
  • Lightness9/35
  • Smooth roll17/25
Salomon Ultra Glide 483
  • Cushioning38/40
  • Lightness20/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

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Video Reviews

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Kiprun Kipclimb Max

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Kiprun Kipclimb Max vs Salomon Ultra Glide 4?

For value comparison: The Kiprun Kipclimb Max ($149.99) offers better affordability compared to the Salomon Ultra Glide 4 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Kiprun Kipclimb Max or the Salomon Ultra Glide 4?

Both came out in 2026.

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