# Durable Winter-Ready Hiking Boots The Vasque Breeze WT GTX is the Brand's Most Durable Boot Yet By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-09-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vasque-breeze-wt-gtx References: [vasque](https://www.vasque.com/mens-hiking-footwear/breeze-wt-gtx-07868.html?cgid=mens) & [vasque](https://www.vasque.com/womens-hiking-footwear/breeze-wt-gtx-07867.html?cgid=womens) With fall and winter right around the corner, consumers are "gearing" up to tackle the beautiful landscapes, and Vasque's new [ultra-durable boot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-winter-boot) — the Breeze WT GTX — "steps up as our most premium winter boot" to date. The utilitarian new boot is aviaalble for men and women alike and will keep wearer's warm through the depts of winter. The [Vasque Breeze](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skywalk-vtx-boots) WT GTX features a Nubuck outer, Gore-Tex waterproofing, and 200 grams of 3M Thinsulate insulation, giving wearer's the ultimate protection from the rought winter elements without the bulk of traditional insulation boots. Moreover, its lightweight composition means wearer's can overcame any outdoor obstacle quickly and efficiently. The Vasque Breeze WT GTX boot, alongside other [exceptional hiking boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx), are now available to purchase online and in select stores. Image Credit: Vasque ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Durable Winter-ready Hiking Boots:** Opportunity for brands to develop innovative and durable hiking boots specifically designed for winter conditions. - **Gore-tex Waterproofing:** Potential for brands to incorporate Gore-Tex waterproofing into various products, providing superior protection against wet and cold environments. - **Lightweight Insulation Technology:** Opportunity for brands to create lightweight insulation technology that offers warmth without adding bulk. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for outdoor footwear brands to create durable and winter-ready hiking boots with advanced features. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Opportunity for outdoor apparel brands to incorporate Gore-Tex waterproofing in their products, ensuring maximum protection and comfort for consumers. - **Technology and Material Manufacturing:** Potential for technology and material manufacturing industries to develop lightweight insulation technologies that can be applied to various products, improving performance and comfort in cold climates. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Quick-Lace Winter Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerios-nivalis-gtx.md) - [Winter-Ready GORE-Tex Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertex-gtx.md) - [Long-Distance Alpine Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norvan-nivalis-gtx.md) - [Ultra-Durable Urban Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skywalk-vtx-boots.md) - [Cold Weather Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-norvan-nivalis-shoe.md) - [Fire-Resistant Hiker Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-x-danner-light-ii.md) - [Branded Weatherproof Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-mte-crosspath-xc-gtx-sneaker.md) - [High-Performance Sleek Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrain-collections.md) - [Winterized Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-offtrail-hike-goretex-shoes.md)