Our verdict
The Track and field gets high marks for its ultra-lightness and breathability. Hikers love that it has quite a roomy interior, accommodating those with wide feet. Even more impressive is its Michelin outsole that facilitates sure-footed steps on forest trails.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Perfect fit
- Provides good traction
- Breathable
- Provides good traction
- Truly comfortable
Cons
- Leaves stain after taking off the shoes
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Who should buy the Track and field
The Track and field is a multipurpose shoe suitable for a range of activities on and off the trail. It is a solid option if you:
- Prefer a hiking shoe that provides comfort and protection to the foot.
- lightweight hiking shoes.
- Prefer a hiking shoe that offers maximum breathability.
Size and fit
This hiking shoe from Mammut is a low-top model with a stretchy inner mesh liner that wraps the foot, granting a secure and comfortable fit. It has a pre-shaped tongue construction that stays intact despite aggressive movements. Furthermore, the lace-up closure lets you adjust the tightness whenever needed. The Track and field has sizes available for both men and women.
High-quality rubber compound by Michelin
The Track and field hiking shoes feature Michelin outsoles made of high-quality rubber compounds. Michelin is a famous tire manufacturing company that later on started making their own line of performance footwear outsoles.
Who should buy the Track and field
Some of the most striking qualities of this shoe outsole are its durability, stickiness, and grip. Best suited for fast-paced forest trails, the Saentis Low performs well on dirt, mud, and sand. It has strong traction that gets you through soft and uneven terrain.
Supportive cushioning
The midsole offers plenty of cushioning for the foot without the added weight. It’s attached to the shoe through Cushioning Strobel construction - a process of stitching the upper to the insole that gives it rigid support.
Flexible cushioning
Strobel shoes are less flexible than slip-lasted shoes, but not as rigid or as heavy as board-lasted ones.
Lack of traction on wet surfaces
The Saentis Low has an upper made of a hybrid shell that combines soft inner fabrics and tough outer materials, including vent mesh. Together, they create a protective environment for the feet that is plush and breathable at the same time.
Snug fit
There’s also a TPU toe cap that offers protection against sharp hazards on the trail as well as accidental impact, especially when descending. Inside the shoe is another mesh lining that is stretchable, wrapping the foot, thereby giving it a snug fit.
Nice to know
- The Track and field also comes in a knitted version. It also has the vent mesh upper but a knit collar is added that extends towards the ankle in a way that the shoe perfectly holds on to the foot.
- Furthermore, this model also comes in a Gore-Tex variation which is completely waterproof and ready to tackle extremely wet conditions.
