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If you’re wondering what’s next in approach shoes, this is it – Salewa's new Wild Fire NXT.
With its NXT collection, Salewa has engineered shoes to meet the demands of fast mountaineering, where the aim is to move quickly while carrying less weight through varied and challenging alpine terrain – exactly the kind of landscape found in the mountain backcountry of the South Island of New Zealand.
Salewa is headquartered in the spectacular Dolomite Mountain region of Italy, and for almost 100 years, they’ve been producing innovative mountaineering equipment. The NXT range is the latest expression of their progressive approach. Salewa sees NXT as a combination of the alpine disciplines of mountaineering, climbing, and speed hiking, which all require complementary skills:
High endurance levels of a trail runner or speed hiker to cover long distances and vertical meters during the approach.
Precision, agility, and control of a climber to move quickly and securely in rocky terrain.
Mental strength of an alpinist to cope with exposed situations and difficult conditions.
Salewa's new Wildfire NXT is a technical approach shoe engineered to make steep and rugged alpine environments more accessible in less time.
There’s a lot packed into the new Salewa Wildfire NXT, so let’s take a look from the ground up.
A moderately stiff sole with a 10mm heel-to-toe drop and sticky Vibram Megagrip rubber for exceptional traction on rocky and slippery surfaces. A smeary toe edge adds superior grip on steep pitches.
Vibram All-Terrain Megagrip is designed to perform in both wet and dry conditions, so you can take on adventures in all weather, confident that your footing is secure.
A durable yet lightweight TPU rand wraps around the shoe, adding an extra layer of defense against rough, abrasive terrain. TPU is highly resistant to heavy use in harsh alpine environments.
A plush, cushioned midsole provides all-day comfort and enough shock absorption to handle trail running without discomfort.
A Kevlar Matryx upper—borrowed from high-end running shoes—delivers exceptional durability, low stretch, and breathability. Kevlar fibers woven into the mesh resist abrasion, keeping your foot locked down while allowing moisture to escape. A stretch gaiter helps keep debris out of the shoe.
You'll see Salewa mountaineering products worn by many Outside Sports team members on their adventures in the Southern Alps and around the world. When you need total confidence in your gear, you can always rely on Salewa.
