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Gear Shed: Winter Boot Preview

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ML staff and gear partners highlight some rad new winter footwear, ski boots and socks, in alpha order.

Dahlgren Socks

DAHLGREN has pioneered and patented a system that absorbs moisture created by your foot and continually moves it up and out of the sock to where it can evaporate, leading to drier, more comfortable feet. Available in a ton of great gender-neutral colour combos, you can’t go wrong with these ones as a holiday gift. Toasty toes for the win! www.dahlgrensocks.ca 

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Photo: Dahlgren

Dri-Stride Tech

Dri-Stride Tech
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“Dri-Stride® Technology uses Alpaca fiber and Merino wool in our Absorption Zones at the heel and toe, a mix of both in the Transfer zone to both absorb and channel moisture and Therma-Dri™ synthetic fiber in the Evaporation zone to wick and remove moisture quickly and efficiently.” www.dahlgrensocks.ca
“Dri-Stride® Technology uses Alpaca fiber and Merino wool in our Absorption Zones at the heel and toe, a mix of both in the Transfer zone to both absorb and channel moisture and Therma-Dri™ synthetic fiber in the Evaporation zone to wick and remove moisture quickly and efficiently.” www.dahlgrensocks.ca
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Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra

The HILLSOUND TRAIL CRAMPON ULTRA is a lightweight, reliable and comfortable option for winter trail running, hiking and fastpacking in the mountains. They provide the confidence to focus on your performance and the experience, rather than worrying whether next step will be a slippery one. www.hillsound.ca 

Hillsound Equipment Trail Crampon Ultra Front
Photo: Hillsound

Durability

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With stainless steel spikes, chains and toe balls, plus a flexible-but-tough elastomer harness, these crampons are built to last—and covered by a two year limited warranty.
With stainless steel spikes, chains and toe balls, plus a flexible-but-tough elastomer harness, these crampons are built to last—and covered by a two year limited warranty.
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LOWA Trident III GTX Winter Boot

The sporty-but-burly TRIDENT III GTX (available for men and women) includes some new exclusive technologies including the LOWA Monowrap frame and the warm, featherweight GORE-TEX Partelana lining. And with the LOWA Snow Trac outsole (boasting a grippy triangle-shaped stud profile and optimized rubber compound), this waterproof-breathable boot will serve for late-autumn or early-spring strolls (and won’t overheat) or ploughing through the deep during a hike or snowshoe. www.lowa.ca

Lowa Trident III GTX men black side
Photo: Lowa

Winter-Ready Outsole

Winter-Ready Outsole
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The Trident III’s outsole profile design is made from an optimized rubber compound resulting in better traction on snowy, uneven surfaces. There is no question about where the LOWA Snow Trac should be put to work: snow, any form of it. The proven rubber compound and serrated studs are unbeatable on the coldest trails.
The Trident III’s outsole profile design is made from an optimized rubber compound resulting in better traction on snowy, uneven surfaces. There is no question about where the LOWA Snow Trac should be put to work: snow, any form of it. The proven rubber compound and serrated studs are unbeatable on the coldest trails.
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Merrell Bravada 2 Thermo

Winter-capable and trail-ready, the MERRELL BRAVADA 2 THERMO is a women-specific hiker that fits like a sneaker and hugs the ankle with added insulation to keep you warm and confident throughout winter. The waterproof-breathable membrane and nubuck-and-nylon upper lets you stride in all-conditions comfort.
www.merrell.com

Merrell Bravada Thermo Front 20Moonbeam
Photo: Merrell

Eco-Forward Choice

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The Bravada features 100% recycled webbing, 100% recycled fleece lining, 50% recycled removable EVA foam footbed and 100% recycled fleece footbed cover.
The Bravada features 100% recycled webbing, 100% recycled fleece lining, 50% recycled removable EVA foam footbed and 100% recycled fleece footbed cover.
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Muck Apex Pro

With a Vibram Arctic Grip All Terrain outsole, MUCK’s APEX PRO offers way more traction and stability than your average slip-on boot. It’s lined with 4mm CR Flex-Foam neoprene for flexibility, shock absorption and heat retention, and a dual-density footbed with memory foam adjusts to the contours of your foot to resist blisters and chafing. Meanwhile, the breathable mesh lining reduces moisture buildup and overheating. Comfort range: -30°C to 10°C. www.muckbootcompany.ca

Muck Boot Apex Pro vibram collage
Photos: Muck Boot

Grip

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The Apex combines Vibram’s Arctic Grip All Terrain outsole with XS Trek Evo compound and Traction Lug Technology for added durability and grip on wet and dry surfaces, and on loose terrain.
The Apex combines Vibram’s Arctic Grip All Terrain outsole with XS Trek Evo compound and Traction Lug Technology for added durability and grip on wet and dry surfaces, and on loose terrain.
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Pulse ProFit Liner

Manufactured in Italy’s Dolomites, the customized PULSE PROFIT LINER fills the gaps between the skier’s foot and the shell providing unparalleled performance, control and comfort. The fitters at Pulse work with every skier to find the perfect balance, backed by the industry’s best guarantee. For a boot lab near you, check www.pulsebootlab.com 

Pulse Liner
Photo: Pulse Boot Lab

Footbed Support

Footbed Support
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Supporting the foot inside the shell reduces hot spots, improves control and increases circulation. In the same way a well built house relies on it’s foundation, your feet rely on support.
Supporting the foot inside the shell reduces hot spots, improves control and increases circulation. In the same way a well built house relies on it’s foundation, your feet rely on support.
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Tecnica Mach1 MV 130

With its revolutionary carbon-fibre shell, the TECNICA MACH1 MV 130 is the benchmark for performance, fit and customization in the high-performance medium-volume, all-mountain boot world. www.blizzard-tecnica.com

TECNICA MACH1 MV 130
Photo: Tecnica

Adaptable Fit

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Fit is priority number one for hard-chargers and Custom Adaptive Shape C.A.S. technology is the way Tecnica achieves it. Developed with a medium volume anatomically shaped shell and liner, the C.A.S. technology provides an ideal fit right out of the box but allows the boots to be fully customized if need be.
Fit is priority number one for hard-chargers and Custom Adaptive Shape C.A.S. technology is the way Tecnica achieves it. Developed with a medium volume anatomically shaped shell and liner, the C.A.S. technology provides an ideal fit right out of the box but allows the boots to be fully customized if need be.
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