Danner Transformed One of Its Best Tactical Boots into an Easy-Wearing Adventure Sandal

Gorpcore has its merits, sure. But not everyone wants to look like they make their own trail mix from wild-gathered fruits and nuts when they’re actually out on the trail.

That said, hiking boots (and, let’s be honest, most shoes) aren’t super comfortable for summer outings. When the weather gets hot, the breathability of a sandal becomes a lot more alluring.

Danner has found the perfect compromise. An evolution of one of the Portland outfit’s best tactical boots, the Danner FullBore Sandal combines more aggressive styling with exceptional comfort and breathability.

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Redefining “tacticool”

At first glance, confusing the FullBore Sandals for hiking shoes is pretty easy. After all, because they lack strappiness and an open-toe design, they genuinely look more like sneakers than sandals.

But take a closer gander, and you’ll find that they’re loaded with outstanding, semi-hidden features to help keep your feet cool outdoors. For instance, the leather upper is broken up with mesh panels, allowing your feet to breathe much better than a shoe or boot would.

Furthermore, the heel has a more open design, adding to the breathability and summer friendliness. Better still, the upper is quick-drying. So, if you decide to dip or cross a body of water, you won’t be bogged down with soggy footwear.

Of course, with its ultra-grippy Vibram Fuga outsole and cushy Danner Plyolite midsole, these sandals are capable of much more than just casual coastal cruises. They’re legit hikers, built for all manner of adventure.

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Achilles’ heel

To add to the sandals’ tactical nature, they have a quick-release lacing system. That means you can slip into and out of these boot-like sandals in the blink of an eye — essential for anyone who values speed and agility.

However, they’re not just hardcore hikers. The FullBore Sandals have a secret power that transforms them from capable to casual in seconds.

The breathable heel? Yeah, it’s collapsible. When you need it to stay secure and steady, you can. However, if you return to the campsite and don’t want to stress about putting them on properly, you can just drop the heel and turn them into slides.

As you can see, these are some of the most formidable, capable, versatile hiking sandals on the market today. Teva, eat your heart out.

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Available now

The Danner Fullbore Sandals are now available on the brand’s site in three colorways (Olive, Smoke Gray and Black) for $150 apiece.

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Danner FullBore Sandal

• $150 at Danner

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