Merrell MQM Flex 2 GORE-TEX Walking Shoes
Fast in the forefoot and protective in the rearfoot, the second iteration of MQM features tear-resistant athletic uppers, a flexible cushioned midsole and Merrell's mountain-grade outsole. It combines all the best features of a trail runner and a hiker into one and doesn't compromise on either.
GORE-TEX® Waterproof InvisibleFit Construction
This waterproof upper is designed to protect your feet from water, whilst feeling so lightweight you hardly notice you're wearing a shoe at all. The advanced GORE-TEX® membrane allows vapour and moisture to escape from the shoe inner, whilst simultaneously protecting the foot from water ingress, for happy, dry, comfortable feet. The waterproof mesh construction allows for optimum moisture and temperature control, as hot stuffy air and sweat can escape through the mini perforations, and cool air can enter. A bellows tongue prevents dirt, debris and water from entering the shoe, and the tongue-integrated lacing system ensures an incredibly secure, stable fit that can take on whatever the trail throw at it. Complete with a protective TPU toe cap to protect your feet from rocks, debris and other potential hazards out in the elements, so you can go forth confidently and comfortably.
EVA Midsole
The midsole has been constructed using different technologies to ensure long-lasting comfort and increased cushioning. EVA within the midsole offers supreme cushioning and support to key areas like the arch and heel, holding the foot securely in place for a smoother transition and wear. By supporting these key areas of the foot, the midsole material can also help to offer enough support to help prevent discomfort and possible injury. As well as this, Merrell's signature flexConnect technology has been used within the midsole to ensure enhanced ground connection. FlexConnects dual-directional flex grooves ensure a secure fit as well as natural and serious grip to deliver agility and stability on any terrain. An air cushion also features in the midsole to provide shock absorption and stability. The air cushion features in the heel to reduce stress on the foot with each step; this, in turn, lessens the impact during heel strikes and helps to cradle the heel to maintain proper alignment. Completing the midsole is a kinetic fit base removable insole which provides flexible support for all-day wear. Contoured to your foot, the insole provides flexible intuitive support for connected and protected movements. Designed to gently support the foot in key areas of the foot to encourage muscles to stay in a relaxed athletic position. this helps to reduce fatigue.
Quantum Grip Rubber Outsole
Developed to provide traction and grip, the MQM Flex 2 GORE-TEX has been constructed using a mountain-grade durable rubber compound. Multi-directional grip the outsole ensures traction on varied terrain ensuring confident footing. The durable rubber provides a strong grip on the most challenging terrain; it works to protect itself from damage, and protect users from losing control and slipping. It is also highly durable meaning no matter what you throw at it, the MQM Flex will perform time and time again. The outsole enables confidence in the most extreme trail environments to keep you grounded at all times. Completing the outsole is a rock plate which provides added underfoot protection. The rock plate protects the feet from rocks and harsh terrain, so you can focus on your adventures.
