Outdoor Retailer, SLC
Words/Images Judith Ecochard
With a ten years old “WALKABILITY” mantra---Rockport still incorporates its athletic technologies into its outdoor and walking shoes…with comfort and function supporting the stylish uppers.
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| Desert Boot---versatile $210 Day to Night |
For do it in a day hiker types, “every style is walkable” ---and for urban office types who are in their cubicles everyday ---we thought many selections are work ready too.
Never underestimate the desirability of comfort and function---particularly in a city where walking the streets is the main mode of transportation.
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| Katja Clogs wood bottom with flex...$130-$150 |
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| $250 |
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| Break Trail Collection |
…Rockport has been in business over 40 years-since 1971- engineering shoes for the best fit using the latest technology.
Now owned by Adidas---that company’s adiPRENE® --- a highly shock absorbing material for outsoles and insoles…and adiPRENE® Plus returns energy to the forefoot amd insole ---is extensively used.
Other details…flex screws in the outsole, a "truwalk” collection---meant to encourage natural movement via constant contact with the ground, and easy flexible toes with spring.
PLUS: Use of performance materials like Gore-Tex® and proprietary Hydro-shield for water resistant and breathable kickers.
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| Apres Ski $200-Waterproof. |
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| Rain boot with moisture wicking liner |
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| Day to Night Buckle High $230 |
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| LORRAINE Waterproof lace-up $150 |
INFO: www.rockport.com