Meet Merrell's latest revolution in hiking footwear, the SpeedARC Matis. This fast hiking shoe features breathable mesh and TPU uppers, along with a padded collar and molded TPU heel counter. All of that, plus the toggle lace (for convenience), keeps them securely on your feet. The FlexPlate™ keeps the shoe from twisting too much as well as provides stability and forefoot flexibility. That plate splits the two-part FloatPro Foam™ midsole which promises ample cushion and support. To finish it off is the Vibram MegaGrip outsole, which delivers incredible grip on pretty much any non-ice surface. All of this put together, and somehow a pair only weighs about 1.5 lbs.

Available at Glebe Trotters.