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62 High-Performance Outdoor Footwear Examples

From Sand Sport Sneakers to Second Skin Soccer Shoes

— June 26, 2015 — Fashion
Regardless of the sport you play or athletic pursuit you undertake, if you are exercising and being active outside, high-performance outdoor footwear makes an enormous difference. Not only will you need something seasonally appropriate and elements-combatting, but preventing injury is also of the utmost importance.

For runners, especially those who prefer to run outside, high-performance outdoor footwear often needs to feel lightweight and as if the runner isn't wearing shoes at all.

In sports like tennis, soccer and golf, getting the right grip is important. There is no shortage of football boots and soccer cleats out there that are designed to give competitors an edge on the field.

When it comes to hiking and more rugged activity on the trail, nature becomes a bigger component, including durable and waterproof fabric choices.
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Featherweight Soccer Shoes
Featherweight Soccer Shoes
The Puma evoPOWER Boots Provide Power, Accuracy and Comfort
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Featherweight Running Shoes
Featherweight Running Shoes
The Nike Air Zoom Elite 7 Shoes Are Designed for Speedy Runs
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Turbocharged Soccer Shoes
Turbocharged Soccer Shoes
The Adidas Nitrocharge Cleats are Designed to Enhance Players' Energy
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Fiery Soccer Shoes
Fiery Soccer Shoes
The Nike Intense Heat Pack Embodies Tension and Pressure
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Breathable Golf Kicks
Breathable Golf Kicks
The Nike TW' 14 Mesh Shoes Feature Ventilated Mesh Uppers
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Lightweight Golf Shoes
Lightweight Golf Shoes
Rory McIlroy's Input Shaped the Nike Lunar Control 3
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Revived Soccer Shoes
Revived Soccer Shoes
The Tiempo Legend V Premium Revives a Retired Line
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Dynamic Training Shoes
Dynamic Training Shoes
The Nike Free TR 5 Flyknit is Designed For Female Athletes
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Signature Soccer God Shoes
Signature Soccer God Shoes
The Adizero F50 Messi Boot is Inspired By Messi and Barcelona
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Wrap-Around Footwear
Wrap-Around Footwear
'Vibram' Created This Perfect-Fitting Shoe Called 'Furoshik'
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High-Performance Golf Shoes
High-Performance Golf Shoes
The Lightweight Nike Golf Limited Edition Shoes Blend Comfort & Style
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Parisian Pro Tennis Kicks
Parisian Pro Tennis Kicks
The colette x NikeLab Celebrates the Return of Maria Sharapova
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Reborn Soccer Boots
Reborn Soccer Boots
The Adidas Predator Classic Mania is Being Reintroduced After a 12-Year Hiatus
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Energetic Football Cleats
Energetic Football Cleats
The Nike Shine Through Collection Focuses on Bright Festive Colors
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Light-Up Snowboarding Boots
Light-Up Snowboarding Boots
The Nike LunarEndor QS Design is as Funtional as it is Cool
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Breakthrough Golf Shoes
Breakthrough Golf Shoes
The Nike TW '15s Raise the Bar For Golf Shoe Innovation
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Yellow-Drenched Soccer Boots
Yellow-Drenched Soccer Boots
These Adizero F50 Messi Shoes Reflect Lionel Messi's Magic
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Gradient Golf Shoes
Gradient Golf Shoes
This Limited Edition Nike Lunar Control 3 Features a Stylish Gradient
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Energy-Boosting Running Shoes
Energy-Boosting Running Shoes
The Energy Boost 2.0 Gives You an Added Bounce in Every Step
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Relentless Training Shoes
Relentless Training Shoes
The Kobe X Blackout is Inspired By Kobe Bryant's Determination
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Youthful Soccer Boots
Youthful Soccer Boots
The Hypervenom Liquid Diamond Pack Inspires Kids to Express Themselves
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Customizable Women's Golf Shoes
Customizable Women's Golf Shoes
The Women's Nike Lunar Control Features Lunarlon Technology
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Protective Barrier Biking Boots
Protective Barrier Biking Boots
The Pearl iZUMi Cycling Shoe Covers Keep Feet Toasty Warm
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Slide-Friendly Tennis Shoes
Slide-Friendly Tennis Shoes
The Nike Zoom Cage 2 Makes Sliding Into Shots Easier
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Mercurial Soccer Shoes
Mercurial Soccer Shoes
The Nike Mercurial Vapor Fast Forward ‘10 Shoe is Both High-Tech & Stylish
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Foam-Cushioned Skate Kicks
Foam-Cushioned Skate Kicks
These Nike SB Lunar Shoes Minimize the Impact of Harsh Landings
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Skater-Inspired Jogging Shoes
Skater-Inspired Jogging Shoes
Kingpins Supreme and Nike Collaborate On the Nike Flyknit Lunar1+
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Shock-Absorbing Shoes
Shock-Absorbing Shoes
The Enko Shoes Are Loaded With Spring-Coils
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Blacked Out Soccer Shoes
Blacked Out Soccer Shoes
The Nike Academy Black Pack Pays Tribute to Academy Players
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Reflective Winter Running Shoes
Reflective Winter Running Shoes
The Nike Flash Pack Keeps Cold Weather Runners Visible and Dry
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Rugged Outdoor Sneakers
Rugged Outdoor Sneakers
The Converse All Star Chuck '70 Polartec Shoes Can Be Worn All Year-Round
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Undercover Multi-Colored Cleats
Undercover Multi-Colored Cleats
Michael Grabtree Dons Air Jordan Cleats in Vibrant Red
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Shiny White Soccer Shoes
Shiny White Soccer Shoes
The Nike Shine Through Collection Stands Out in the Crowd
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Energy-Enhancing Sneakers
Energy-Enhancing Sneakers
Adidas Boost Running Shoes Increase Speed and Bounce
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Feminine Training Footwear
Feminine Training Footwear
The Nike Zoom Fit Agility Provides Enhanced Cushioning & Responsiveness
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Energy-Boosting Running Shoes
Energy-Boosting Running Shoes
The Adidas Ultra Boosts Are the Most High-Tech Running Shoes Ever
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High-Tech Soccer Shoes
High-Tech Soccer Shoes
Nike's Updated 'Hypervenom II Boot' Features Futuristic New Materials
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99 Gram Soccer Shoes
99 Gram Soccer Shoes
The adizero 99g is the Lightest Soccer Boot Ever Created
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Sparkling Soccer Shoes
Sparkling Soccer Shoes
Nike's Mercurial Superfly CR7 Silverware Celebrates the Pursuit of Glory
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Second-Skin Soccer Shoes
Second-Skin Soccer Shoes
The NIKE Vapor Cleats are the Latest from the Forward-Thinking Company
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Evolved Running Shoes
Evolved Running Shoes
The Nike Free Collection Harnesses a Runner's Natural Motion
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Cushioned Running Shoes
Cushioned Running Shoes
The Nike Flyknit Lunar 3 is Extremely Lightweight and Supportive
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Trail Running Shoes
Trail Running Shoes
The Nike Trail Running Collection is Designed for Cross-Country Runs
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Stability-Focused Running Shoes
Stability-Focused Running Shoes
The Nike Air Zoom Structure 18 is Stylish and Structured
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Shimmering Soccer Shoes
Shimmering Soccer Shoes
The Mercurial Superfly CR7 Gala Honors the World's Best Soccer Player
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Rainbow Running Shoes
Rainbow Running Shoes
The Nike Flyknit Racer Multicolor 2.0 is Sleek, Fast and Colorful
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Courtside Wilderness Boots
Courtside Wilderness Boots
Nike LeBron 2011 Holiday Footwear Offers New Looks from the NBA Player
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Blizzard-Banishing Boots
Blizzard-Banishing Boots
The Timberland GT Scramble Waterproof Hi Tops Encourage Epic Travels
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Fluorescent Hiking Footwear
Fluorescent Hiking Footwear
The Nike ACG Zoom Meriwether is a Stylish All-Terrain Boot
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Sand Sport Sneakers
Sand Sport Sneakers
4Beach Soccer Shoes Make Coastal Kicking Comfortable for the Feet
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Rubber Boot Basketball Sneakers
Rubber Boot Basketball Sneakers
The Air Jordan XX8 Shoe is Two Shoes in One
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Urban-Infused Outdoor Footwear
Urban-Infused Outdoor Footwear
The Supreme x Timberland Euro Hiker Boot Holds Up Under all Terrain
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Unrestricted Running Sandals
Unrestricted Running Sandals
The NikeLab Free Rift Sandal is a Flexible Footwear Hybrid
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Lightweight Summer Shoes
Lightweight Summer Shoes
The Jordan Eclipse is Inspired By Classic Jordan Shoes
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Ground-Sensitive Footwear
Ground-Sensitive Footwear
The Nike Free Hyperfeel Does Away With Extra Padding on the Sole
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Haute Hiking Boots
Haute Hiking Boots
The Louis Vuitton Alpinist Mountain Ankle Boot Offers an Air of Elegance
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Barefoot-Mimicking Footwear
Barefoot-Mimicking Footwear
The AdiPure Training Shoes are Perfect for Avid Runners
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Shock-Absorbing Running Shoes
Shock-Absorbing Running Shoes
Enko Sneakers Conserve the Energy You Put into Each Stride and Step
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Hybrid Barefoot Trainers
Hybrid Barefoot Trainers
The Nike Sock Dart Aims to Make You Ditch Wearing Socks Altogether
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Split-Toe Warrior Trainers
Split-Toe Warrior Trainers
The ZemGear 360 Ninja Runners Bring Comfort & High Performance
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Lightweight Foldable Hiking Boots
Lightweight Foldable Hiking Boots
These Boulder Boots are Easy to Carry to Get to Your Destination
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Split-Toe Running Shoes
Split-Toe Running Shoes
The Nike Air Rift is Inspired By Kenyan Runners' Barefoot Style
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