Salomon’s hiking boot lineup is undeniably extensive, and their Cross Hike Mid GTX offers an interesting mix of running shoe-like agility with ankle-height protection. We took the women’s boot on dozens of hikes along Vancouver’s North Shore, fast-and-light snowshoe runs, and even a multi-day backpacking trip along Vancouver Island’s Juan de Fuca Trail. The verdict: the Cross Hike is exceptionally nimble and sprightly—a nice match for done-in-a-day adventures—but fell noticeably short in support and durability.