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• Blundstone All-Terrain
Designed for light hiking and uneven ground, the All-Terrain
Series is available in ermal and regular styles. e classic
Blundstone Chelsea boots feature Vibram outsoles that are grippy
and self-cleaning, ideal for trail use or street wear.
• Ridgemont Monty Hi
is light hiker is at home on the trail or in town with its classic
retro style. Monty, $119, comes in Hi and Lo versions and
waterproof options. e upper is Ballistic Ripstop Nylon with
Hydroguard Lining. Monty also has an EVA cush footbed.
• Rieker R-Evolution Deborah 66
is stylish outdoor standout from Rieker's Fall '23 R-Evolution
lifestyle collection has a leather upper and "TEX" lining making it
water resistant. e $185 boot has a Lamb's wool membrane lining
and a so, removable insole. It also has a Walk Safe fiber grip sole.
• Arcopedico Physis
is Fall 2023 "shootie" style is vegan, machine washable, and
water-resistant, and features recycled and eco-friendly materials.
A PU outsole boasts a textured bottom for additional grip.
Physis, $135, is lightweight and a good choice for travel.
• Alegria Chevon
Boasting a fashion-forward outdoor vibe, the Chevon offers a
feminine twist on a classic outdoor boot silhouette with small
tassels and embossed detail on the leather. And the boot also
offers the utility of the rugged lug outsole with slip-resistance.
• Astral Brewer 2.0
With its super-sticky G Rubber outsole, Balanced Geometry
midsole, and water-ready upper, the new Brewer 2.0 ($125) is a
versatile, performance sneaker style. And it uses less oil during
construction, conserving soil and water during production. n
