# All-Terrain Hiking Boots The Vasque Breeze AT GTX Mid is Waterproof and Breathable By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeze-at-gtx-mid References: [rei](https://www.rei.com/product/163527/vasque-breeze-at-mid-gtx-hiking-boots-mens) & [rei](https://www.rei.com/product/163527/vasque-breeze-at-mid-gtx-hiking-boots-mens) With spring just around the corner, [Vasque](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reconnect-collection) Trail Footwear has debuted the new BREEZE AT GTX—an all-terrain, waterproof hiking boot to suit all your outdoor needs. The new footwear is being launched early exclusively at [REI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-tomato-plants) until April 2020. Available in both men and women's styles, the BREEZE AT GTX was designed to withstand the elements to provide all-around protection. Made with a 2mm waterproof nubuck leathers and a GORE-TEX [waterproof and breathable membrane](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-collection) seal, you can successfully weather any storm. Moreover, the Vasque-exclusive Vibra Contact Grip with Megagrip compound outsoles ensures you have substantial traction on varied terrain while the ATC midsoles with EVA cushioning pods will enhance your comfort for all-day support. Image Credit: Vasque ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Waterproof Hiking Boots:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced materials and technologies to create even stronger and more durable waterproof hiking boots for outdoor enthusiasts. - **All-terrain Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart technologies into all-terrain footwear to enhance performance and provide real-time feedback for hikers. - **Gender-inclusive Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce inclusive outdoor gear that is customizable and caters to the specific needs of both men and women hikers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement augmented reality (AR) solutions in outdoor retail spaces to enrich the shopping experience and allow customers to virtually test the products. - **Sporting Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sustainable materials and eco-friendly manufacturing processes in the production of sporting goods, including hiking boots, to cater to environmentally-conscious consumers. - **Wearable Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate IoT (Internet of Things) capabilities into hiking boots to track and monitor hikers' biometrics, location, and emergency situations for enhanced safety and convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Weatherproof Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-mte-crosspath-xc-gtx-sneaker.md) - [Quick-Lace Winter Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerios-nivalis-gtx.md) - [Versatile Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-terrex-skychaser-ax5-goretex.md) - [Winter-Ready GORE-Tex Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertex-gtx.md) - [Multi-Season Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baffins-terrain.md) - [Chunky Autumnal Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-x-hoka-stinson-evo-gtx.md) - [Earthy Toned Waterproof Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/targhee-iv.md) - [Waterproof Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mizuno-hiking-shoes.md) - [Protective Italian Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-sportiva-tx4-evo-mid-gtx.md)