Technological feets

IT’S that time of year when everyone starts to have a bit of a spring in their step, so we’ve found you the very latest feets in technology to keep you dry and enjoy the showery season.

Dubbed the Spiderman shoe these ultra-grippy trainers will suit virtually every urban pursuit including cycling, skate boarding or the ultra trendy “free running”.

The Mammut Obelisk DLXs offer superb grip, thanks to their innovative Spider Grip sole. These ensure maximum contact with which ever surface you are hoping to stick to thanks to large rubbery smooth areas and web-like flexible ribs.

A flexible velour leather lining with functional Dri-Lex ensures feet stay dry, while a light sole and excellent cushioning ensures maximum comfort.

Cotswold Outdoor is expecting these shoes to run off the shelves. cotswoldoutdoor.com, £80.

Heading further afield? You  won’t find more comfort and protection for your feet that a pair of stout walking boots like Meindls.

But these Vakuum GTXs go one step further by learning the shape of you foot from the minute you start wearing them and then remembering it for next time. So there should be no painful wearing-in period with this 3-season Nubuck leather trekking boot.

The full Memory Foam System moulds to the contours of the foot. And the breathable Gor-tex membrane keeps your feet nice and dry too. cotswoldoutdoor.com, £155 

Hi-Tech have introduced  a new stay-dry nano technology called Ion Mask. These walking boots are treated in a special chamber where they are blasted with a super fine non-toxic plasma which coats the entire boot making them completely waterproof.

Every fibre is covered so no water will get to your feet. They’re ultra light and will and set you back £90 but should last for years. www.wetisdry.com 

 

These Nike Air Span 6+ are just what you need if you plan to start training for one of the many fun  runs this year—or even a marathon.

With “Cushlon foam” to stop you pounding your feet into the ground and Flywire panels which act like mini suspension bridges for strong support, they’re also pretty stylish.

Be sure to visit London's Niketown store for an expert fitting and gait analysis of your running style. You can even custom-design your own Nikeid footwear at www.nike.com