Salomon xa lite gore-tex trail running shoes get out onto any terrain in any weather with a light foot & a clear head. No need for compromises. The xa lite gore-tex shoe is your ideal partner, providing longlasting waterproof protection. Gore tex upper engineered with a durable, waterproof gore-tex membrane providing greater flex, better cushion & less weight. The gore-tex membrane is an extremely thin layer of expanded polytetrafluorethylene (eptfe). It has over 9 billion pores per square inch & the pores give the gore-tex fabric its characteristics. Wet fabrics rob your body of warmth. The gore-tex fabrics allow you to stay dry & enjoy your activity in comfort. The upper of the salomon xa lite gtx is constructed with an open mesh which offers enhanced ventilation to keep the feet feeling cool, dry & comfortable. Fitted with sensifit which works to cradle the foot, while providing a precise & secure fit. The salomon xa lite gtx is equipped with a quicklace system which is a minimalistic & strong lace for one-pull tightening for easy on & off the shoe, while the lace pocket provides easy storage for the lacing system. Additionally, the friction free lace eyelet also helps for quick & easy one pull lacing. Lastly, for protection on the loose rocky trails, the shoe has a mud guard which offers protective material all around the base of the shoe. Moulded eva midsole developed with a moulded eva midsole, it provides lightweight cushioning & enhances stability. Found in the forefoot is the injected eva which also offers underfoot cushioning while running. A shoe for every terrain does not have to be heavy. Salomon has lightened the chassis for extra comfort & freedom of movement in all directions. Less weight means longer playtime. High abrasion & high traction contagrip outsole. Salomon developed contagrip because they wanted to be 100% certain their footwear offered flawless performance come rain, shine, asphalt or rock. It Is A Car