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First Impressions:
My first impression of the Switchback™ right out of the shoebox they are amazingly lightweight. These are a trail running or street shoe, we will use predominantly as everyday footwear. The Switchback™ Omni-Tech™ has a waterproof upper the Switchback™ does not. Both offer Techlite® a stabilizing heel that provides cushion to alleviate pain for trail runners. A closer look at the shoe shows a Gusseted tongue, the tongue of the shoe is stitched to the upper of the shoe. This attribute protects small stones, sticks, and outside debris from entering your instep. We are not trail runners but I can sense from wearing just for a short time that the heel does encompass stability and cushion. We will test on the street, light hiking, camping, and let you know.
Switchback™
Slip into the Switchback™ for low-profile support that looks as good on the street as it does on the singletrack.
Our revolutionary new Techlite® heel moves dense stabilizing elements to the outside (putting softer material directly against your foot) to provide a cushioned and conforming fit to alleviate pain and irritation where trail runners told us they felt it most. Omni-Grip® traction on the rubber sole grips rocks, dirt, mud and just about anything else you encounter on off-road adventures. Breathable mesh and a soft material in the flex zones mean superior comfort with great agility and ease of movement. The gusseted tongue keeps out rocks, sticks, and dirt while light, sinewy overlays offer additional protection without adding unnecessary bulk.
FEATURES:
Open breathable mesh tongue and vamp.
Gusseted tongue to keep out unwanted debris.
Light and sinewy synthetic overlays for support and protection
Contour Comfort™ 1D footbed with AgION® anti-odor treatment
Removable contoured, single-density EVA footbed, which provides cushioning, comfort and support
Low profile Techlite midsole for nimble, flexible feel in a lightweight package
Non-marking Omni-Grip rubber compound with a rugged trail design
Weight: Size 9, ½ pair = 13.9 oz/395g
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Testers
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Pat Stinson
Chris Stinson |
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Suggested Retail
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Switchback™...$75.00 |
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Backoffice Friendly
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Great...very best folks to work with! |
