Mens Footwear

As the outdoor industry has boomed in the last 2 decades, LOWA has been around much longer than that. They birthed their first outdoor boots in 1923 and have continued to be a mainstay in the outdoor industry. I was excited to write a review for this company and specifically for this mountaineering boot. Given the last decade of using an old double plastic hardshell by Koflach, it was time to give the new technology a whirl and see how it compares in extreme temperatures, technical capabilities and

SOLE has designed these impressive insoles for the active consumer regardless of activity.  Choose your sport, and SOLE will find the perfect insole to match its need.  As for my test review of the Signature EV Ultra insoles, I was pleased from the first step forward.  The quick steps for customizing your footbed was as easy as turning on the oven, waiting till the indicator symbol on the insole to turn black, standing on them inside your preference

If you are ready to blaze snowy trails or slosh through wet fields then these shoes are for you.  My first experience with these shoes was on a eight mile run in the mountains.  Since the terrain warranted either snowshoes or chancing the plunge into deep snow, I threw on gaiters over the Patagonia shoes and went for it.  Patagonia has always provided high quality base layers and outerwear,  hence I was a little reluctant when they entered the gore-tex trail running world.

Appearance:  These boots should be a staple in your gear bag.  This smoothly designed hiking boot looks made for harsh conditions. Scrambling up a (scree) field, partaking on a multi-day backcountry trip, or snowshoeing through some fresh deep powder,  this boot embibes the sentiment of versatility.   The wrap-around Molded TPU Abrasion Resistant Full Length Toe and Heel Bumper shows off the ruggedness while Merrell adds their personal design for a great looking boot.

I remember when toe socks were popular in the 1970’s. I don’t remember that there was actually a true purpose for the socks other than they were a bright rainbow color, fun, slumber party sock worn by young girls. They made quite a fashion statement, too!