Our verdict
What the Techamphibian 5 from Salomon brings to the table is hiking dominance where water is concerned. Footing control is on a different level here, making stream and creek traversals a walk in the park. A doozy kick beyond trail pursuits, the 5th-gen Techamphibian is as convincing on shifting terrain as it is on the bike pedal.
Pros
- Amazing stickiness
- Cranked-up comfort
- Lightweight
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- Improved closure
- Stunning familiar design
- Lovely colorways
- Transforms into a slip-on
Cons
- Doesn’t dry quickly
- Tight fit
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The Techamphibian 5's extraordinary amphibious grip
Hikers are super-sold on the adhesive prowess of the Salomon Techamphibian 5. Supporting this statement are the remarks "good traction that coped with jungles, rivers, the stairs" and "The perfect water shoes for rocky creek beds and river swimming."
10/10 barely-there hikes
The Salomon Techamphibian 5, based on reviews, is quite a plush experience. A non-professional tester says that it's "comfortable beyond water."
Lightness, which many adore about the kick, plays a big role in the shoe's overall comfort level. After all, it undercuts the average weight of hiking shoes by 72 grams apiece.
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Trail-goers find the Salomon Techamphibian 5 quite versatile. One of them says, "I really like this shoe, not only for use in the water but also while riding my bike."
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This water hiking shoe from Salomon is applauded by adventurers for its enhanced lacing system. One reviewer said, "The straps have changed for the better." The same individual also said, "The tongue placement has improved."
But it's a low blow on the drying front
One of the Techamphibian 5's missteps is its soak-prone shell. An experienced trail explorer details it like this: "The upper part of the shoe has a synthetic chamois leather-like material that soaks up a lot of water." After getting the shoe completely wet, he left it to dry overnight (roughly 12 hours), and it hardly dried.
This issue also makes the Techamphibian 5 hot. In its soaked state, the same reviewer says it's "a fail," because the shoe's upper traps in ruffle, which is not flattering at all.
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Explorers are stoked by the poshness of the Salomon Techamphibian 5. "The colors rock," says one of them. Another trail-goer says that they're glad it "went back to a similar style to the original."
Not for the claustrophobic feet
There are those who dislike the narrowness of the Salomon Techamphibian 5. Giving their observation credence are the comments "The heel was way too narrow" and "really tight around the top of the foot."
Access convenience exemplified
Among the Techamphibian 5's impressive qualities is its collapsible heel collar. It folds in smoothly without getting wrinkly, giving the foot instant on and off as a result.
