summer gear guide 2022
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ADVERTISING FEATURE<br />
Footwear<br />
Take your feet to the next level this <strong>summer</strong>,<br />
and unlock incredible days out.<br />
THE MASTERCLASS<br />
SCARPA<br />
RUSH TRK GTX<br />
Is ‘the perfect walking boot’ a myth? Well sort of,<br />
because everyone’s feet are different and<br />
there’s no magic boot or shoe that will<br />
suit every walker. What does exist is<br />
the perfect walking boot for you, as<br />
long as you shop carefully, try<br />
before you buy, and listen to what<br />
your feet are telling you. That said,<br />
the Scarpa Rush TRK is pretty close<br />
to a perfect walking boot. Here’s<br />
why we’ve chosen it to illustrate<br />
what makes a really good walking<br />
boot tick…<br />
TREAD LIGHTLY<br />
Weighing in at only 1100g<br />
per pair (size 42), the Rush<br />
TRK boots feel light while<br />
still being protective<br />
and durable.<br />
COMFORT IS KEY<br />
The Rush TRK is built for<br />
comfort even on long,<br />
all-day walks. The padded<br />
fabric of the Autofit 3D<br />
collar stabilises the entire<br />
foot without pressure<br />
points and wraps the<br />
ankle to allow it to stay<br />
supported but flexible.<br />
The Interactive Kinetic<br />
System in the sole is<br />
designed to support the<br />
weight of your body while<br />
walking to keep you going<br />
all day long.<br />
…AND AWARD<br />
WINNING<br />
The Rush TRK was<br />
Country Walking Product<br />
of the Year 2021, thanks<br />
to its lightweight build,<br />
grippy traction and<br />
precision roll from<br />
heelstrike to toe-off – and<br />
sheer value for money too.<br />
GREAT LOOKS<br />
The Rush TRK looks<br />
utterly modern, with<br />
great design to stand<br />
out on the hills, yet it<br />
comes with the<br />
pedigree of over 90<br />
years of Italian<br />
craftmanship. That’s<br />
what makes it a<br />
superb all-rounder.<br />
HEART AND SOLE<br />
The Presa sole (developed by<br />
Scarpa’s in-house R&D team)<br />
is made with a high-grip<br />
Supergum rubber compound<br />
giving you excellent grip and<br />
durability. The pronounced<br />
heel and hiking-oriented lugs<br />
aid braking on descents, while<br />
providing grip on climbs.<br />
TOUGH BUT COOL<br />
The Rush TRK’s tough upper<br />
is made from 1.6-1.8 mm<br />
leather, providing great<br />
durability. But it’s also<br />
flexible and breathable,<br />
making it ideal for <strong>summer</strong><br />
walking. There’s Gore-Tex to<br />
keep it waterproof while also<br />
dispersing heat effectively. It<br />
keeps water out, while sweat<br />
that is created inside the<br />
boot quickly evaporates.<br />
How much &<br />
where from?<br />
£185; find more details<br />
and the full Scarpa<br />
range at scarpa.co.uk<br />
Turn over for more<br />
quality footwear<br />
options…<br />
SUMMER GEAR GUIDE <strong>2022</strong> 13
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