Escape Thrive Titanium Mid Outdry women's

Use:

• Designed for technical hiking and fast hiking, where agility, protection, and grip are essential for moving quickly and safely through the mountains.
• Ideal for mountain trails in variable weather conditions, including wet terrain, streams, or rain, thanks to their fully waterproof and breathable construction.
• Perfect as multi-sport footwear for a wide range of outdoor activities requiring robust, stable footwear with excellent cushioning.
• Excellent for explorations in uneven, rocky, and steep terrain, where mid-cut ankle support and chassis stability are crucial.
• Appropriate for traverses and day hikes, ensuring long-lasting comfort and high energy return to minimize fatigue on long walks.

Features:

• Part of the Columbia Titanium line, representing the pinnacle of performance for outdoor activities in the most demanding conditions, integrating the best fit, most advanced features, and cutting-edge technologies of the brand.
• The Omni-MAX™ system provides relentless energy underfoot by combining adaptive cushioning, enhanced stability, and superior traction for a fusion performance on variable terrain.
• OutDry™ waterproof and breathable construction that blocks moisture with an impenetrable membrane laminated directly to the outer layer, keeping feet dry and comfortable in any rainy conditions.
• Navic Fit™ system offers exceptional comfort and stability, using a unique interlaced lacing system that locks the heel in place for a more secure fit during hiking.
• Seamless toe cap and heel provide greater durability and stability on uneven terrain, protecting the foot without adding weight or bulk.
• Mid-cut design provides additional ankle support and protection, essential for technical routes and steep descents.
• The Adapt Trax™ outsole delivers exceptional traction in both dry and wet conditions, thanks to a unique compound and a specific hiking lug pattern that ensures stability on any terrain.
• Lightweight of 10.3 oz / 292 g per shoe (based on women's size 7), optimizing agility and reducing fatigue.
• Total ride height of 34 mm at the heel and 24 mm at the forefoot, with a 10 mm heel-to-toe drop, balancing cushioning and ground feel.
• 5 mm lug height on the outsole ensures deep penetration and grip on soft or loose surfaces.
• Shaft height of 11 mm, offering adequate ankle coverage and protection.

Materials:

• Upper made with a combination of mixed materials, including lightweight synthetic meshes for maximum breathability and seamless protective overlays for increased strength and structural support.
• OutDry™ waterproof and breathable membrane, a one-piece system laminated directly to the outer fabric of the upper that completely seals seams and water entry points, creating a fully watertight barrier.
• TechLite™ Eco molded footbed, made with 20% recycled content, designed to offer lasting support, shock absorption, and superior all-day comfort.
• Midsole with Techlite+™ technology, a single-density cushioning foam that is extraordinarily lightweight and provides excellent responsiveness, high energy return, and long-lasting comfort.
• Outsole made with Adapt Trax™ rubber compound, designed to offer exceptional grip and durability on a wide variety of surfaces, both dry and wet, with a 5 mm lug height pattern.

Eco-Certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• Specific design without PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances): This product has been intentionally formulated without the use of PFAS chemicals, contributing to reducing the persistence of these substances in the environment.
• RISE Program (formerly HERproject): This footwear has been manufactured in collaboration with an industrial partner actively participating in Columbia's RISE program, which focuses on empowering and improving the well-being of women in the supply chain through training in health, finance, and respect.
• bluesign® System Partner: As a bluesign® system partner, Columbia is committed to applying its standards for sustainable textile production, which involves responsible resource management, consumer safety, and reducing the impact on people and the environment during material manufacturing.
• Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP): The production of this footwear aligns with Columbia's code of conduct (SMP), which establishes fair, safe, and healthy labor standards throughout its supply chain, regularly audited.
• Additionally, the brand demonstrates its commitment to sustainability and transparency through its participation in various global initiatives and industry programs such as the Higg Index (FEM), the Social & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP), the AFIRM Group for chemical management (RSL), the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps, and the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii), as well as by publishing its Supply Chain Transparency Statement and partnering with foundations for conservation and water access such as Planet Water Foundation and the National Park Foundation.