Xero Scrambler Trail Low Waterproof Hiking Shoe - Women's Dove/Asphalt, 7.0

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""Most waterproof hikers solve the wet-foot problem by adding bulk and stiffness. The Scrambler Trail Low WP doesn't do that. The XeroTex membrane keeps water out through creek crossings and muddy singletrack, but the sole stays flexible and the ground feel stays intact—which is what Xero hikers are for. The gusseted tongue keeps debris out on loose terrain, and the lugs handle wet rock and soft dirt without slipping.""The trail you planned for and the trail you actually get are often two different things. A creek crossing that wasn't on the map, a switchback that turned to mud after yesterday's rain—the Scrambler Trail Low WP from Xero Shoes handles the revision without slowing you down. The XeroTex waterproof membrane and gusseted tongue keep water and trail debris out, while the moisture-wicking liner prevents the damp interior that sealed shoes often trap. What sets these apart from conventional waterproof hikers is the sole. Rather than stacking cushion under a rigid platform, Xero keeps the construction thin and flexible so your foot still reads the terrain beneath it and adjusts naturally with every step. The wider, foot-shaped toe box gives your forefoot room to work on uneven ground, and the zero-drop heel keeps your posture aligned over long days. The lugged rubber outsole grips wet rock and soft trail with confidence."

Price: $159.99 from Backcountry