Outdoor Retailer is great for checking out new gear from favorite brands, but I also enjoy discovering companies I’ve never even heard of, despite the fact that they’ve been around forever. ECCO is one such brand, and I’m happy to have visited their booth for the first time. ECCO is from Denmark, and they produce high-quality outdoor boots and shoes. Here’s a small sampling of what they introduced this year at Outdoor Retailer:
Biom Hike
The Biom hike is a good looking pair of boots. They say they’re based on the anatomical BIOM last, to ensure ground control and stability needed on serious hikes. The boots feature yak nubuck leather uppers, GORE-TEX® waterproof construction, direct-injected PU midsole foam and roomy BIOM last, external PU heel counter for enhanced stability on uneven paths, and a rugged rubber outsole profile for grip and traction on mountainous terrain. They come in both men and women’s versions and will be available fall, 2014.
Biom Terrain
The ECCO Biom Terrain boots are lightweight, athletic hiking kicks suitable for all kinds of active outdoor adventures. The company says they are powered by BIOM NATURAL MOTION® technology. These shoes also feature Yak nubuck uppers, GORE-TEX® waterproof construction, and direct-injected PU midsole foam and BIOM last. There’s also mobile ankle rubber inserts to enhance individual fit and comfort. These will also be ready for hikers to sport this fall.
The above is just a small sample of what you can expect from ECCO. if you can’t wait until fall, check them out at http://us.shop.ecco.com/ to peruse their current offerings.