A soft, breathable lining for extreme comfort A special treatment is applied to provide extra protection, ensuring that the fabric does not absorb water during light rain and showers A single layer of Mesh, close to the foot, for maximum feel Quality full-grain leather material for longer wear and durability Built to be discrete and non-reflective for Tactical use Tight mesh that prevents debris from being trapped between your foot and the footbed A high performance EVA foam that provides shock attenuation. Combining foams with two different densities, this midsole provides superior cushioning, stability, and motion control GORE-TEX keeps your feet dry -from the outside as well as from the inside.This stable chassis construction harnesses two different midsole components for enhanced foot control and active comfort It delivers durability & confidence on wet, dry, hard or loose surfaces All Terrain Contagrip is built for the widest variety of surfaces.These help wick sweat off your feet, dry quickly, and maintain fantastic levels of comfort.Features of Salomon Forces Quest 4D GTX Forces Boots - Men's: I recommend a good pair of merino wool socks like those you can find from the folks at Smartwool. No matter what you decide, it is important that you choose a good sock. With virtually no cons (other than a slight price bump) and plenty of pros, going with GTX-equipped footwear highly increases functionality. 2 3 Salomon constitutes a part of Amer Sports, owned since 2019 by the Chinese group ANTA Sports 4 with sister brands Wilson, Atomic, Sports Tracker, Suunto, Precor, Arcteryx.' So it looks as though they are now. If your plan is to use the shoes for more rugged use then I strongly recommend giving the GTX version some serious consideration. It was founded in 1947 by François Salomon in the heart of the French Alps and is a major brand in outdoor sports equipment. If your plan is just to wear out on the town with casual use, then maybe the non-GTX version is for you. When picking your footwear, consider what your intended use is actually going to be. In my opinion and experience, this difference is completely negligible and unnoticeable. The Lowa Zephyr GTX Mid TF shouldn’t be overlooked either, weighing in at just 2lbs 6.4oz for a pair. For example, the difference in weight between the Salomon Quest 4D GTX, which weighs in at 655 grams per shoe (2lbs 7oz for a pair). Well let me tell you, it’s less than you think or can probably even notice. Now GORE-TEX® does have some insulated versions, as found in the Salomon Forces Toundra MID WP, that are designed to keep your feet warm while keeping the elements out, and are insulated using their Insulated Comfort Footwear technology, but that’s a good thing!Īnother common concern is how much the weight of a shoe increases when adding GTX. What the GTX version does is enable the wearer to have increased water protection while maintaining breathability. Rest assured: breathability is at the heart of these two technologies. There seems to be somewhat of a general misconception that a GTX boot has no breathability, thus causing your feet to get extra hot and sweat more. * Images courtesy of These are ideal for all-season comfort. Elite, they use their Performance Comfort Footwear and Extended Comfort Footwear technologies. Specifically in the Salomon and Lowa footwear we sell here at U.S. First things first, GORE-TEX® is a brand with several types of products. I had the opportunity to chat with Andy Mcquerrey from GORE-TEX® to get a firm grasp on the more technical side of things. What is GORE-TEX® and do I need to buy the GTX version of this footwear? Won’t my feet get super hot? Won’t it make the boots extra heavy? These are questions we get all the time, especially now in the winter months. We asked our Gear Guru, Mike Baldwin, to share his expertise on the magic behind the GTX. But our customers often ask us what it means to have GORE-TEX® technology. One of the reasons why we love Salomon so much is their GORE-TEX® versions of some of their best shoes. We made a guide to the Salomon FORCES line for you, including a little info on each. For example, the difference in weight between the Salomon Quest 4D GTX, which weighs in at 655 grams per shoe (2lbs 7oz for a pair). Earlier this month, Salomon premiered their new line of FORCES, including two new styles and a new color.
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