Footwear Insight

BOOT BOOK 38 • Footwear Insight ~ July/August 2022 footwearinsight.com wearing outdoor footwear both on and off the trails" — Erik Walcott, Head of Specialty Sales – Global, ECCO "With outside participation rates on the rise the past few years we have seen more new entrants into the hiking category. We've seen participation rates on the rise for women, younger consumers and those that are new to the outdoors. New innovations in the category need to take this into consideration – how can we make our product more accessible and inclusive for all that want to experience the outside. e Circadia is a perfect example of this." — Keith Denny, Sr. Director, Product Management Outside Product, Keen "We're currently seeing great innovation when it comes to the merging of technology and high-performance features with everyday lifestyle boots. It's especially important in cold weather boots that consumers have confidence in the product whether they are trekking across snow-covered fields or commuting to their job. We are continuously looking to rethink winter and innovate new ways to bring our proven technology to everyday users. Whether that be through our Inner Boot Systems, customized insulation thoughtfully chosen for each style, or slip- resistant rubber outsoles with maximized grip. Our expertise is brought into the boot at every chance, because while style is important, function will always come first in outdoor footwear." — Jessica Liut, Marketing Manager, Baffin Innovation Forsake / Sophia Lace is Fall '22 outdoor boot is made with high-quality full-grain leath- er and suede. It has a Hydroguard membrane to keep feet dry in wet conditions, and its lace-up style delivers an adjustable fit. A Peak- to-Pavement rubber outsole pro- vides excellent traction on both street and trail, and a dual-density footbed provides comfort and support. MSRP $170. OUTDOOR Rieker / U0171-25 is Fall '22 men's outdoor boot is packed with features and benefits, part of the brand's new R-Evolution line. A taller style, it is water-resistant and features a grip sole. It also has a re- movable, so foam insole. R-Evolution styles from Rieker aim to bring new approaches in terms of design, man- ufacturing techniques and materials — "more spirited, more stylish, with a sporty reinterpretation." MSRP $140. ECCO / ULT-TRN Waterproof Mid An outdoor boot offering a modern, lightweight take on a leather hiking product, this Spring '23 style has fully PFC- free construction and boasts a Michelin rubber outsole for multi-directional grip. It is made with a mix of oiled nu- buck and nubuck leathers and a premium textile. A Phorene midsole gives it plenty of bounce. MSRP $200. KEEN Footwear / Circadia Mid Polar is everyday hiker for winter weather offers all-day warmth and comfort. It is insulated, waterproof and grip- py. It features 200g of KEEN.WARM insulation along with KEEN.DRY, a proprietary waterproof, breathable membrane that lets vapor out without letting water in. Plus, it has lightweight cushioning — KEEN LuCore tech- nology embeds a light, air-injected core into high-density foam for com- fort that lasts all day. MSRP $155.

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