THE NORTH FACE - Men's Hedgehog Fastpack Shoes - Waterproof Hiking & Outdoor Trekking Shoes

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As we sit in dusty, windswept Ulgii, one of Mongolia’s westernmost cities, and await our delayed flight back to the capital city of Ulaanbaatar. It is one the easiest ways to get outdoors for people of all experience levels, and simply put, any time spent on the trail has a way of soothing the. Mesh-heavy, non-waterproof designs like the Merrell Moab 2 Vent or Salomon X Ultra 3 Aero easily outdo it when temperatures break into the 70s Fahrenheit, but the Hedgehog’s performance is typical for a waterproof model. Built with a unique lug pattern that allows the foot to flex more naturally, the specially-designed soles give you greater balance and comfort when exploring uneven terrain. I have read mixed reviews about their comfort and longevity so it will be interesting to see how I get on with them.

But of all the shoes I’ve tested over the past few years—including other The North Face products like the well-loved Ultra 110—the Hedgehog Fastpack is among the least comfortable I’ve worn. As with most of our experiences with the brand, it’s another solid design: the small lugs bite into everything from hardpack dirt to mud and rock, and the substantial heel does a nice job with braking on steep downhills. An essential for your next weekend rambling, the Hedgehog Fastpack II boots are incredibly versatile, able to handle wet, muddy and boggy as well as dry and stony and uneven terrain. The Men's Hedgehog Fastpack Walking Shoe from The North Face have a GORE-TEX® membrane, a water resistant upper and a Vibram rubber outsole for excellent grip.ounces on our scale (The North Face lists them at 1 pound 14 ounces), which lands right in the middle of the waterproof hiking shoe market.

Salomon’s X Ultra line of hiking footwear is one of our long-time favorites for all types of uses from day hikes to lightweight backpacking trips. And while I can understand the Hedgehog’s appeal, particularly for those with flat feet, it disappointed overall due to consistent issues with foot soreness. The Men's Hedgehog Fastpack Hiking Shoe from The North Face maintains its structure through a TPU quarter weld and a TPU shank. The initial stiffness underfoot and around the collar did loosen up fairly quickly, but the lightweight cushioning and TPU shanks failed to provide sufficient protection and shock absorption.And as touched on above, the Vibram outsole is holding up very well and should have a long lifespan. From hard-packed snow and forest floors to bare rock and loose rubble terrains, there's not a corner of the world that Vibram hasn't already conquered.

Brought these on a recommendation from a member of staff in Millets who told me he had brought several pairs over the years. The North Face also makes a women’s version, which has a similar upper, midsole, and outsole construction. The North Face Hedgehog Fast Pack is both light to wear making it an ideal choice for fats and light trail runs or walks while the north face hedgehog men’s also boasts a Gore-Tex waterproof membrane ensuring your feet stay dry too.Highly abrasion and water-resistant, over 70 years of outerwear knowledge and experience have gone into this design. The Hedgehogs are our classic, tried and tested hiking shoes built for versatility and comfort balanced with a lower profile and weight than boots. due to the extreme heat he has issues with his feet swelling and says that these are roomy and comfortable for all day wear.

We've divided up all of the sustainable features we've identified across our product ranges and grouped them into three so you know how your purchase is making an impact: Think Nature, Think Welfare, Think People. My experience has been similar to nearly every GTX shoe and boot I’ve tested: the Hedgehog does a fine job repelling light rain, dewy grass, and the occasional stream dunk.To be clear, comfort and fit often go hand-in-hand and the Hedgehog Fastpack has been around long enough to have its legions of fans. The North Face products are high quality, long lasting, and have classic designs, so you can enjoy your purchases for years to come.