The Vasque Breeze GTX is a lightweight, waterproof hiking boot suitable for any length day hike on maintained trails in easy to medium terrain. The boots fabric and leather construction offers a comfortable fit with little to no break-in period and a speed lacing system at the ankle of this boot allows for quick lacing and fit adjustments. GORE-TEX construction makes the Breeze GTX waterproof and the fabric panels increase the effectiveness of this breathability. Under foot you’ll find a TPU plate to protect the bottom of your foot from the impact of roots and rocks as well as a thick layer of EVA rubber to help cushion your foot on long hikes. The outsole of the Breeze GTX is a Vasque exclusive called Vibram Contact which features aggressive, high traction lugs at the heel and toe area. A prominent heel edge provides better traction on steep descents. This is a model of the Breeze GTX outsole. So this is your Vibram outsole that’s the bottom layer and underneath of that is the TPU plate. It’s pretty stiff, it’s rigid and offers from flexibility as well. That’s what’s protecting your foot from hard objects like roots and rocks. And then finally you have that EVA midsole. It’s quite thick so offers you lots of cushioning and still flexible enough to be comfortable.