Description of END Stumptown LT Hiking Shoe - Women's:
The End (EnvironmentallyNeutralDesign) Women’s Stumptown LT Hiking Shoe treads lightly on the earth—both figuratively and literally. End made this lightweight hiking shoe out of a combination of recycled fabrics in the midsole, outsole, webbings, and laces, bamboo-infused linings. The patterns and use of textiles in place of molded plastic eliminates the need for excess material and allows your foot to naturally flex. A roomy forefoot width, heel and medial support, and torsional stability combine to bring you a comfortable, breathable hiking shoe.
i teach 6th grade outdoor ed camp and wear these things literally from 7 am - 9:40 pm monday - friday with two 3 hr hikes tuesday, wednesday, and thursday in mountaineous terrain. Not only do they have a true fit, but are considerably more girly/nice/stylish than many other womens hiking shoes. when i wore these shoes for the first time they needed no breaking in. best of all this company is all about sustainability! the sole reason i purchased these among any competitors was because they are the only vegan hiking shoe to be found. i couldnt be happier with my decision and recommend this shoe as well as this company (they manufacture several running shoes as well) to any and all.
ps) i was a little worried about the "light hiking shoe" title thinking it wouldnt hold up for what i needed, but dont hesitate this shoe is no light hiking shoe, only in the sense of its weight in pounds or grams, is it not heavy duty
