Salomon S/Lab Phantasm 3 SC Racing Running Shoe Review

On October 2, 2026, Believe in the Run published a hands-on test of the Salomon S/Lab Phantasm 3 SC racing running shoe. The report states the shoe weighs 6 ounces per shoe, with a midsole stack of 39 mm at the heel and 33 mm at the forefoot, a 6 mm drop, an OptiFoam Plus midsole, an EnergyBlade carbon plate, and a Road Contagrip outsole, priced at $250. The author finds the simplified upper easier to put on and the wet-weather grip reliable, but the tongue requires precise adjustment, the upper's hold is insufficient, and stability is poor on wet or uneven surfaces, recommending it for smooth surfaces. The report says it fixes the first generation's upper issues, but stability remains insufficient.