APEX HIKE TEXAPORE LOW W

The grip on these shoes is fantastic on loose gravel; they handled the rocky descent without any slipping. They felt broken-in right out of the box, which made the first hike much more enjoyable.

The waterproof membrane worked perfectly through a sudden downpour, keeping my feet completely dry while the sole gripped wet rocks with surprising confidence. My ankles didn't ache at all after a 10-mile hike.

These shoes are so light I actually forgot I was wearing hiking boots halfway up the trail. The grip on loose dirt was fantastic and my feet stayed completely dry after stepping through a few puddles.