Waterproof Trail Footwear Deals
New trail footwear guides highlight essential waterproof options and seasonal retail discounts.
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The Hoka Speedgoat 7 uses a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs and is aimed at wet rock, roots and loose dirt, while its 37 mm heel and 32 mm forefoot place it near the maximum-cushion end of the trail-running category.
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Nike’s Air Max 95 Gore-Tex is the first Gore-Tex version of the model. It retains the original 1995 design’s wavy panels and large Air units but replaces the usual mesh with Light Bone ripstop nylon and adds Campfire Orange accents, reflective details and a Gore-Tex toe marking; its listed price is £180.
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The Air Max 95’s design was inspired by human anatomy: the mesh represents skin, the layered panels represent muscles, the lace loops reference ribs and the midsole acts as the spine.
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Zappos is offering up to 30% off Arc’teryx footwear, including trail runners and hiking boots built with Gore-Tex uppers and Vibram soles; the sale is framed as a seasonal opportunity for wet-weather outdoor use.
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REI’s discounts reflect the retailer’s seasonal liquidation of summer inventory ahead of winter, and the sale includes products that may be discontinued or restricted to limited sizes and colorways. The Merrell Moab Speed 2, for example, is discounted 30% in only one men’s and one women’s colorway.
Trail runners and hikers have expanded waterproof options this season, with brands emphasizing traction and weather protection for wet terrain. The Hoka Speedgoat 7 features a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5mm lugs designed for wet rock, roots, and loose dirt, while Nike's Air Max 95 Gore-Tex marks the first waterproof version of the classic 1995 silhouette, priced at £180 Travel and Leisure. Retailers like Zappos and REI are offering seasonal discounts on waterproof footwear, with Arc'teryx and Merrell models featuring Gore-Tex uppers and Vibram soles available at up to 30% off.
How to Choose Trail Shoes for Wet Conditions
Matching your shoe to the terrain matters. Shallow lugs and moderate cushioning work well on hardpack and mixed trails. But mud, wet rock, and technical terrain demand deeper lugs, waterproofing, and extra foot protection Shopping Yahoo. The Hoka Speedgoat 7 sits at the maximum-cushion end with 37mm heel and 32mm forefoot height, making it ideal for high-impact wet terrain.
Nike's Air Max 95 Gets Its First Gore-Tex Upgrade
Nike replaced the mesh on its iconic Air Max 95 with Light Bone ripstop nylon and added Gore-Tex protection for 2024. The shoe keeps the original 1995 wavy panels and large Air cushioning units but gains Campfire Orange accents and reflective details Travel and Leisure. The design was inspired by human anatomy: mesh represents skin, panels represent muscles, lace loops reference ribs, and the midsole acts as the spine. This version appeals more to style-conscious commuters than serious hikers.
Seasonal Sales on Premium Waterproof Brands
Zappos is offering up to 30% off Arc'teryx trail runners and hiking boots, all built with Gore-Tex uppers and Vibram soles for wet-weather use Shopping Yahoo. REI is clearing summer inventory ahead of winter, with discounts on Merrell models like the Moab Speed 2 at 30% off—though sizes and colorways are limited. The Merrell SpeedArc Surge Boa, a fast hiking shoe with adjustable Boa closure, is selling for over 60% off its $290 retail price.
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