FIVE TEN® Climbing, Approach, Bike Shoes Fall 2013

Five Ten-Brand Of The Brave ---and climbers, bikers, strollers---Five Ten is now part of mega company Adidas...but we didn't notice much of a change to a label beloved by wearers. We figure the distribution is def going worldwide...but that's a good thing. And new kicks for Fall 2013-are technically performing-making use of the different proprietary rubber outsoles this brand is known for...

Highlights:

New---a new midsole/outsole package-breathable mesh toe, lateral and medial arch support, 2 piece molded EVA midsole-great support and stability. Nice looking too.

ASCENT ($120)...

Proprietary Stealth 1 rubber sole-high friction and grippy

riders ride in all kinds of weather-the new Freerider Vxi Elements

Stealth MI6 rubber with shock absorption/grip

Outsole---with pedals...

FREERIDER VXi Elements-new winterized all mountain shoe for riders---with a DWR synthetic upper, PUR foam insulation inside with moisture wicking properties,

Bike BMX-Spitfires are all around shoes---

Spitfire -street savvy shoe -fashion forward upper with classic skate profile-low top, lightly cushioned cuff $90

Stealth Marathon sole traction for slacklining, skateboarding, and BMX

Spitfire-"party on top, business on the bottom"

GIUDE TENNIE-breathable and durable Canvas ($110) or Split Grain/Nubuck ($120) uppers-new colors for the most "popular approach shoe in the world."=one solution shoe for hiking and climbing-with an internal rocker to promote healthier stride , proprietary midsole, climb-friendly toe, stable and flexible outsole.

C4 Dotty Tread outsole

Durable canvas upper Guide TENNIE -VEGAN FRIENDLY SHOE

HIGH FRICTION STEALTH C4 DOTTY TREAD OUTSOLES

Stonelands Lace-up high performance-with a synthetic sock for all day comfort, underneath is a supportive midsole for edging precision-lateral and medial control. New last cradle in a flat toe position for power and comfort

Stonelands Lace-Up ($135), Stonelands VCS ($140), Stonelands Slipper ($130)--with Stealth C4 rubber outsoles.

Stonelands VCS-all new last, split grain leather upper, with new Stonelands Heel Cup and Midsole Stiffner

Stonelands Slipper-with supportive midsole for edge control and lateral stability-for indoor training, outdoor bouldering and narrow cracks

ROGUE-climbing shoes $90-$125, kid's shoe $55

TEAM VXi-neon/charcoal...with new MI6 rand that is more sensitive and supple... comfort and form fitting-with Active Arch Support and a velcro closure system-easy on/off, with soft/ lightweight Clarion® performance synthetic suede upper. 5.10 oz

Stealth Mi6 rubber

New: Rogue Lace-up/Rogue VCS

Built on Stonelands last-for all day comfort and excellent gym to rock performance. Under $100....full leather upper, Active Arch Technology -reinforced arch with synthetic cradle works with proprietary Comfort Range Slingshot-for recreational climbers

ENFORCERS Boots-developed for the military, SWAT, fire and rescue-first responders...mid and high tops with non-marking outsoles, non-squeak, rugged and protective non-reflective uppers....uppers of slit grain/nubuck or split grain/mesh.