Danner, Inc. 453 GTX
Supportive, comfortable trail sandals with great traction.
Brand: Danner, Inc.
Model: 453 GTX
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How do you improve one of the grippiest, most durable, most supportive sandals out there? Make it even more grippy, durable, and supportive. That’s what Chaco has done with the Pro, and if you want an open-air hiker, this is it. In collaboration with Vibram, Chaco developed a new rubber formula with less elasticity. The result: a sole that bites into micro nooks and crannies underfoot—in and out of water—almost as well as a climbing shoe, and is even more durable than previous models.
And a polyurethane midsole gives the sandal the underfoot feel of a light hiker that has exceptional arch support. On New Zealand’s Inland Pack Track, one tester reported that it had more support and better traction than the lightweight boots he left at home. “And I didn’t have to take off shoes and socks at each of the 22 river crossings,” he says. “It held even on underwater boulders when I was getting pushed off balance by the current.”
Desert hikers also loved the Pro, since there’s no upper to trap sand and dirt (but keep an eye out for thorns). It comes in two models: Z/1 (no toe strap) and Z/2 (pictured). $105; 2 lbs.; m’s 7-15, w’s 5-12These boots offer athletic performance with traditional Danner stability. The full-grain nubuc leather upper offers comfort and durability and the GORE-TEX® lining provides waterproof, breathable protection. Danners patented TERRA FORCE® support system with TFX outsole keeps the boot light and comfortable while delivering outstanding traction on long expeditions.
BOOT FEATURES
100% waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® liner is engineered to keep your feet dry, comfortable and never sweaty – even in extreme conditions.
TERRA FORCE X platform provides lightweight, durable traction, heel-to-toe energy transfer, side support to enhance maneuverability, and protection from arch overwork and fatigue.
Full-grain nubuck leather upper offers better protection in cold and wet environments while offering the some of the best abrasion- and scuff-resistance of all of our leather options.
Scuff-proof toe cap provides protection where boots tend to show wear.
Lightweight, yet rugged Danner Approach TFX outsole for superior traction with aggressively sculpted tread pattern begs to be put to the test. Improves accesleration, downhill braking, and sidehill traction whil preventing debris build-up.
5.5″ height offers the ankle support and stability needed for off the trail while still maintaining a comfortable, athletic feel.
Extremely lightweight at 48 oz.
IDEAL USES
Hiking
Backpacking
Trekking