Hoka Elite Terrain System Tor Ultra Lo
These Hoka Elite Terrain System Tor Ultra Lo didn’t show up in any online search results for waterproof hiking shoes. However, I remembered a craze for this model a few years back and decided to check them out.
The Tor Ultra Lo features a Vibram Megagrip outsole and is actually waterproof. The product description mentions a “GORE-TEX bootie for splash-proof performance” so not sure how waterproof these really are.
But hey, these shoes look different in a cool way, definitely melding urban lifestyle with the outdoor elements. I do like these although I would pick a different color way if available (it looks like this green colorway is no longer available from Hoka’s web site).
The biggest downside to this shoe is its sheer weight. One Tor Ultra Lo weighs 508 grams whereas the New Balance Hierro trail runner weighs 327 grams. Does it matter? I think it would if wearing these all day while walking/hiking around. And if the upper did absorb some water, that extra weight would further deaden the weight. I think these would be fine for casual outings with sendentary moments.
Details
- Hoka Elite Terrain System Tor Ultra Lo
- Size 10 (true to size)
- Green (forgot to write down the actual color)
- $225