Salomon OUTback 500 GORE-TEX Walking Boots

An ultra-lightweight backpacking boot with best-in-class mobility. With a clean, modern look, the OUTBACK 500 GTX expresses its lightweight even before you slide your foot into it. And with a sculpted collar and Advanced Chassis with EnergyCell, it offers superior mobility as well. OUTBACK still provides all the protection you need for rugged trails, with more comfort and less weight.

GORE-TEX Upper

Mesh linings will encase each foot in breathable comfort. Perforations in the fabric increase airflow to create a better, healthier environment for your feet to thrive in. To avoid damp feet, and therefore dampened spirits, a GORE-TEX membrane resides inside the shoe; it supplies a combination of durable waterproofing and optimised breathability. Sometimes it's hard to stay dry without developing that distracting clammy feeling, but GORE-TEX keeps water on the outside while letting perspiration escape from the inside, keeping sweat to a minimum and you, cool and comfy. Proven performance in many tough environments, a Condura textile fabrication is built to last. Rugged and strong, the performance fabric is abrasion resistant and tear-free to ensure a high level of durability. A sculpted collar enables maximum mobility, while the upper won't bind or pinch as you move whilst a protective toe cap protects your feet from loose rocks. Completing the upper is a gusseted tongue which sits comfortably against the skin and prevents loose debris from entering.

EnergyCell Midsole

Within the midsole, the shoe has injected and compressed EVA which forms the EnergyCell Midsole. This multi-functional midsole will provide both comfort and protection, as it has dual-density EVA. Towards the bottom, the EVA is extremely firm, which will absorb shocks instantly and effectively, preventing them from causing any damage to the sole of the foot. Energy produced from this will also be returned as rebound, which will give you an added spring in your step. The higher you get in the midsole, the EVA becomes less densely packed, which will make every step feel comfortable. In addition to this, between the outsole and the midsole, there is a low profile advanced chassis. This will maximise security, motion control and assist energy management, resulting in a high-performing stable and responsive ride.

Contagrip Outsole

Tackle any trails in supreme confidence that you won't be let down by your shoe's grip. Using Contagrip, the outsole is able to form a solid grip between shoe and terrain. The rubber is also extremely durable and abrasion resistant, which means long-term control is guaranteed. When you are running on the wet and muddy ground, the shoe's deep lugs dig into the ground, which will anchor you in place. This will also benefit you by acting as a solid base for you to push off from when taking a stride, as well as digging into the ground when braking and changing direction.