SALATHE GTX - Dark Grey

Wore these straight from the car to a muddy summit trail and never once felt a rock through the sole. The grip on wet granite is what sold me, and the ankle support is stiff enough for a loaded pack without feeling clunky on the drive home.

The waterproofing is no joke—walked through several streams and my feet stayed completely dry. The grip on wet rocks felt reassuringly secure, and they're comfortable enough for all-day wear right out of the box.

Wore these straight out of the box on a wet granite scramble and the grip never slipped once. The Gore-Tex kept my socks dry through two hours of steady rain, and they still feel stiff enough for a loaded pack.