Salomon Quest 4D Forces HIGH GTX EN, Black

Salomon Quest 4D Forces HIGH GTX EN, Black. Are these sneakers, hiking boots, or combat boots? They are a bit of everything. If you want shoes that provide the support of combat boots but have the step and weight of sneakers, the Salomon Quest is an excellent choice.

The footwear has a sleek design, lightweight military sneaker with a relatively stiff rubber sole. The wear-prone areas are made of nubuck leather, while the less wear-prone areas are made of nylon to maintain a lightweight and breathable feel.

The shoe's sole is made of rubber with a gripping pattern. The sole rises at the front to slightly protect the toes, although there is no safety toe. The model also features a comfortable midsole to support the foot and absorb shock, ensuring comfort during extended wear!

The lacing system is quite standard, featuring a combination of four bottom loops that are closed loops and two top rows of metal closed loops. These are flanked by locking metal lacing loops, allowing the foot and ankle area to be tightened separately. The tongue of the shoe has an elastic pouch for tucking away extra laces.

The Salomon Quest 4D GTX Forces EN may have a long name, but every component has its purpose, outlined below!

Quest refers to the model name; the civilian counterpart has long been popular among hikers known for being lightweight trail running shoes. The 4D points to Salomon's proprietary chassis, offering the right support for tougher terrain and effective shock absorption to protect hips and knees during long treks; the sole also features good traction, though don’t run on ice in these! GTX refers to the Gore-Tex membrane, indicating they are waterproof, keeping your toes dry even in the rain. Despite the membrane, they breathe reasonably well, but prepare for some foot sweating in the summer.

Forces refers to Salomon's military and law enforcement line. The Forces models typically take a popular civilian hiking model and incorporate necessary features for more serious environments while omitting bright logos for a tactical look, ooh!

The model includes puncture protection (EN ISO 20344:2011), which is referenced by the EN in the name. The inner side has reinforcement to prevent wear from cables when descending.

All Terrain Contagrip® Durable and gripping sole.

4D Advanced Chassis™ Active cushioning in the sole.

GORE-TEX Waterproof membrane.

SensiFit™ Supports the foot from midsole to lacing for better fit.

Manufacturer: Salomon 

Country of Manufacture: Cambodia