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Part 2 MERRELL, FIVE TEN, ALTRA, HI-TEC Pops of color-in laces and outsoles...upper trims with metallic shine, quilted tops or in good ole' full grain leather -durably welted hiker hybrids and waterproof boots are practical for all week wear-ideal for urban dwellers with limited closet space and budgets. MERRELL 's retro hikers in the Waitsfield Collection-including pictured  the SUGARBUSH XCD Waterproof (there's a guy version too)...hails the company's 35th year anniversary with bright blue laces-a brand signature color-but tech featurs-bringing these kicks into the 21st century. FIVE TEN -has a new approach shoe collection...that brings a snazzy urban influence to this bunch of kicks-from the now Adidas owned company that invented this category of footwear. IMO-appeals to climbers, cross fit types as well as Yeezy addicted wearers- with the hydrophobic water worthy Eddy $100 (also an Eddy Pro $120 with an exo skeleton)- eye candy mix of breathable  upp...

Hi-Tec Sports Introduces New Fall ’16 Women’s Lifestyle Footwear  With urban dwellers gravitated toward performance brands like The North Face for their winter city outerwear, it makes sense that  the same consumers...women and men  that want dry/warm feet that keep them upright and moving-on any slick surface, sidewalk or park trail...would check out  technical footwear brands that are packing their new lifestyle selections with their DNA functional attributes.  Highlights from Hi TEC SPORTS  Fall'16: Sierra Tarma i WP $110 -EZ care nubuck, combined with a super soft yet durable suede upper provides long lasting comfort, Dri-Tec waterproof, breathable membrane keeps feet dry , i-shield repels water and dirt and is stain resistant, micro-fleece moisture wicking lining keeps the foot dry, leaving it feeling fresher for longer, , OrthoLite® Impressions sockliner with slow recovery foam delivers superior cushioning and has anti-odor and an...

Custom Hi-Tec Ortholite® Impressions footbeds-odor help, moisture wicking + cushioning-arch cradle/arch support HI-TEC boots -a founded in England brand- is functional at great prices-delivering footwear gear for hard core backpackers and day hikers alike. The winning mix of light weight selections with top of the line tech features...for Spring include features like... Vibram XS Trek Outsoles-durable-stable and responsive on uneven terrain... Dri-Tec waterproof/windproof/breathable... Vibram Rolling Gait system construction that transfers use of small feet  muscles to larger calf/thigh ones- reducing fatigue on uphill treks, superior centered lasting...and PU midsole that is compression resistant for longer life-provides superior underfoot cushioning no matter the terrain. V-Litw Flash Fast Hike iWP Men's Fast Hike $160 18.2oz-impressive for the price -with V-Lite technology-perfect balance of performance/durability, DRI-Tec waterproof, padded collar OrthoLite Impressi...