Footwear Insight

44 • Footwear Insight ~ July/August 2023 footwearinsight.com Baffin / Brook New for Spring 2024, Brook is a rubber boot for women, adding a lifestyle option to the mix for Baffin. e brand says it was created in response to the call for an on-trend lifestyle boot that meets the quality level of Baffin footwear. By combining Baffin's proven technology with fashion forward styling, Brook provides the same protection from the elements that Baffin is known for to the customer who needs to work, play and function in the wettest of environments. Rieker / Anthony 69 is Fall '23 boot ($175) from the brand's R-Evolution line has a leather upper with Rieker's "TEX" water resistant membrane, along with a lamb's wool lining and a so removable insole. A lightweight EVA rubber outsole with a walk safe fiber grip ice slip grip sole delivers traction. Rocky Boots / MTN Stalker Pro Made to tackle rugged terrain, this backcountry hunting and hiking boot has a waterproof full grain leather upper along with Rocky SHIELD technology that reinforces high abrasion areas for added durability. Rocky Vapor Pass waterproofing keeps feet dry, and a Vibram Mountaineering outsole keeps feet secure when scrambling. Styles include various insulation packages to offer a range of protection. Two new lace-up styles include: RKS0643 (brown), and RKS0644 (charcoal). Oboz / Cottonwood Mid e Spring '24 Cottonwood Collection includes Oboz's most responsibly sourced hikers to date. Its waterproof upper features ISA LITE full-grain nubuck leather with the lining, breathable mesh, laces and webbing made from 100% recycled polyester. Its sole features ACT Eco single density, bio-EVA, made of 30% sugarcane, paired with a slip-resistant Trail Tread outsole made with 20% regrind rubber. Available in mid and low waterproof styles for men and women, $165. BOOT BOOK ON THE TRAIL

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