We lace into the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro GTX Mid Trail Running Shoe for our winter and alpine strides. The supple yet strong leather upper resists tears and abrasions in rugged conditions and won't wear thin underneath our spikes, while the GORE-TEX membrane shuts out snow and rain, keeping our feet dry from trailhead to summit and back again. The plush foam and gummy sole underfoot conform to the ground, stabilizing our footing along roots and rocks, and the multi-directional lugs bite hard on soft terrain for reliable traction on both the climb and the descent.
