New technologies are enhancing a host of outdoor footwear in 2010. Among the innovations shoe shoppers will see in the months ahead: grippier outsoles, more durable cushioning, and asymmetrical and form-fitting lacing designs.
Today, Trailspace is previewing new boots for hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering along with a sampling of the latest climbing shoes. Next Monday we'll devote a page to trail shoes, multi-sport shoes, and miscellaneous footwear; then, we'll close Jan. 18 with trail running shoes and outdoor socks.
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 Asolo Advance GTX
Light hiker in new Power Lite series.
Materials: Suede, Gore-Tex
Sizes: Women's 6-11
Weight: 1.1 pounds per boot (women's 6.5)
MSRP: $230
Available: March 2010
More in the Gear Guide
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 Asolo Ergo GTX
High-end leather entry in Power Lite series.
Materials: Full grain leather, Gore-Tex.
Sizes: Men's 7-12 (half sizes), 13, 14; Women's 6-11 (half sizes)
Weight: 1.1 pounds per boot (women's 6.5)
MSRP: $250
Available: March 2010
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 Inov-8 Roclite 288 GTX
Inov-8 says it's the lightest waterproof boot on the market.
Materials: Synthetic mesh, Gore-Tex
Sizes: Men's 5-13, 14; Women's 6.5-11 (half sizes)
Weight: 10.1 ounces per boot (Men's size 9)
MSRP: $130
Available: Now
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 Kamik SnowpassX
Insulated winter hiker with
OutDry waterproofing.
Materials: Suede and nylon
Sizes: Men's 7-14 (whole sizes)
Weight: 1.41 pounds per boot
MSRP: $130
Available: Now
More in the Gear Guide
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 Merrell Col Mid Waterproof
New Col collection weds classic hiking performance with the latest technologies.
Materials: Full grain leather
Sizes: Men's 7-12 (half sizes), 13, 14, 15; Women's 5-11 (half sizes)
Weight:1.3 pounds per boot
MSRP: $145
Available: Spring 2010
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 Montrail Jawbone
Built for shorter, faster hikes with low-profile design and aggressive lugs on the outsole.
Materials: Synthetic leather and nylon mesh
Sizes: Men's 7-12 (half sizes), 13, 14, 15; Women's 5-11 (half sizes)
Weight: 13.5 ounces per boot (women); 15.6 ounces (men)
MSRP: $140
Available: Spring 2010
More in the Gear Guide
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 Montrail Sabino Trail Mid GTX
Designed for endurance runners and thru-hikers.
Materials: Synthetic leather and nylon mesh
Sizes: Men's 7-12 (half sizes), 13, 14, 15; women's 5-11 (half sizes)
Weights: 15.6 ounces per boot (men); 13.5 ounces per boot (women)
MSRP: $140
Available: Now
More in the Gear Guide
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 Oboz Sawtooth Mid
Three-season boots with Oboz BDry membrane.
Materials: Nubuck leather; BDry waterproof membrane
Sizes: Men's 8-12 (half sizes), 13, 14; Women's 6-11 (half sizes)
Weights: 1.5 pounds per boot (men's size 9); 1 pound per boot (women's size 7)
MSRP: $135
Available: Now
More in the Gear Guide
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 Wenger All Terrain
Mid-cut hiker with aggressive outsole.
Materials: Abrasion resistant polyester
Sizes: Men's 6-12 (half sizes), 13; Women's 5-10 (half sizes), 11
Weight: 1.4 pounds per boot
MSRP: $79
Available: Spring 2010
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 Kayland Contact Rev
Lightweight, breathable boot inspired by Kayland's Contact.
Materials: Water repellent suede and microfiber
Sizes: Men's 8-13 (half sizes), 14; Women's 6-10 (half sizes)
Weight: 1.7 pounds per boot
MSRP: $249.95
Available: March 2010
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 Montrail Feather Peak Vent Cordura
Warm-weather version of new Feather Peak line of long-distance backpacking boots.
Materials: Nylon mesh and Nubuck leather
Sizes: Men's 7-12 (half sizes), 13, 14,15; Women's 5-11 (half sizes)
Weight: 1.4 pounds per boot (women); 1.7 pounds per boot (men)
MSRP: $140
Available: Spring 2010
More in the Gear Guide
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 Montrail Feather Peak GTX
Premium waterproof model in Feather Peak line.
Materials: Synthetic leather and nylon mesh
Sizes: Men's 7-12 (half sizes), 13, 14,15; Women's 5-11 (half sizes)
Weight: 1.4 pounds per boot (women); 1.7 pounds per boot (men)
MSRP: $190
Available: Spring 2010
More in the Gear Guide
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 Scarpa Bhutan GTX
Full-leather construction in a contemporary design that molds quickly to the feet for comfortable break-in.
Sizes: Euro 39-47, 48 (half sizes); Wides: Euro 39-47 (half sizes); Women's: 36-43 (half sizes)
Weight: 1.7 pounds per boot (men's); 1.3 pounds per boot (women's)
MSRP: $199
Available: Early 2010
More in the Gear Guide
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 Scarpa Mistral GTX
Cushioned ride with a softer impact on the wallet.
Sizes: Euro men's 39-47 (whole sizes); Euro women's 36-43 (whole sizes)
Weight: 1.3 pounds per boot (men); 1 pound per boot (women)
MSRP: $149
Available: Early 2010
More in the Gear Guide
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 Scarpa Phantom 6000
Lightweight alpine boot designed for warmth, comfort at extreme altitudes.
Materials: Micro-porous polyurethane midsole inserts
Sizes: 39-48 (whole sizes)
Weight: 2.2 pounds per boot
MSRP: $679
Available: Early 2010
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 Scarpa Phantom Guide
Lighter version of Phantom series alpine boots.
Materials: Micro-porous polyurethane midsole inserts
Sizes: 38-47, 48 (half sizes)
Weight: 2 pounds per boot
MSRP: $525
Available: Early 2010
More in the Gear Guide
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 Team Five Ten Team Shoe
Designed for intricate foot work, high-level bouldering, and competitions.
Materials: Stealth Mystique outsole, microfiber upper
Sizes: Men's 6-12
Weight: 7.2 ounces per shoe (size 9).
MSRP: $144.95
Available: Now
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 La Sportiva TC Pro
Dubbed the ultimate technical big-wall free-climbing shoes, TC Pros are designed to provide powerful technical edging.
Materials: Leather/Vibram rubber rands
Sizes: Euro 33-46 (half sizes)
Weight: 8.7 ounces per shoe
MSRP: $170
Available: Now
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Scarpa Geko Guide
 Ultralight approach shoe for climbers who carry footwear for the descent up and over on big walls or multi-pitch routes.
Materials: Suede and webbing
Sizes: Euro 39-47, 48 (half sizes)
Weight: 13 ounces per shoe (Euro size 42)
MSRP: $169
Available: Early 2010
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Scarpa Force
 A a sensitive, versatile shoe for climbers who value comfort and performance.
Materials: Lorica and leather
Sizes: Euro men's 36-47 (half sizes); Euro women's 34-41 (half sizes)
Weight: 9 ounces per shoe (men's size 40).
MSRP: $130
Available: Now
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Scarpa Instinct
 Scarpa's most versatile climber is suited to steep sport climbing, bouldering or gym climbing.
Materials: Suede
Sizes: Euro 34-45 (half sizes)
Weight: 8.2 ounces per shoe
MSRP: $139
Available: February 2010
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Scarpa Vapor V
 Designed with an asymmetric last to enhance performance, the Vapor V features Velcro enclosures and 2 mm Vibram Grip 2 roles
Materials: Lorica and suede
Sizes: Euro 34-45 (half sizes)
Weight: 9.1 ounces per shoe
MSRP: $140
Available: February 2010
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Coming up
Jan. 11: New trail shoes, multi-sport shoes, and miscellaneous footwear
Jan. 18: New trail-runners and outdoor socks.
by Mackenzie Lobby
