-Lightweight nubuck leather uppers with GORE-TEX waterproof/breathable membranes seal out wet weather -PFC-free durable water repellent (DWR) treatment helps moisture bead up on the surface of footwear -Quick-lace hook hardware secures your fit fast -Gusseted tongues help mitigate trail debris -Achilles-cradling pull tabs offer easy on/off -Molded polyurethane sockliners—derived from 50% soybean oil—offer comfort -Compression-molded EVA midsoles provide a balanced, cushioned ride -Extended heel geometry allows for smoother heel-to-toe transitions -Vibram® Megagrip rubber outsoles offer superior traction on uneven terrain -Polyester in the collar, mesh and laces is recycled -Leather certified by the Leather Working Group