The BIOM 2.1 X Country from ECCO is a new trail runner/speed hiker shoe by the Danish shoemaker. To say this shoe can handle a lot would be an understatement. The upper is made up of three (3) different layers: a soft, flexible sock construction to wrap the foot, a unique ribbon lacing system to customize the fit, and lightweight, semi-transparent mesh top-layer to help with breathability. The aformentioned sock construction means you can slip these on and off if the laces aren't done up too tight (with help from the heel pull-tab).

The removable OrthoLite® UltraLite insole contributes plenty of lightweight comfort, while the low-profile design of the shoe keeps you low to the ground and stable. ECCO's own PHORENE™ midsole provides plenty of cushion and bounce-back, even when it gets cold. The proverbial cherry on top is the new EPR outsole that ECCO has spent several years working on with leading rubber experts. This new tread pattern is made of several different rubber compounds that increase skid resistance and durability, all while remaining very light.

Available at Glebe Trotters.