My trail-running shoes took in sand and grit through fine ventilation panels, creating an environment of friction against my foot that birthed blisters the size of poker chips.The PT-03 Desert Shoe was built to make moving through the desert more comfortable and effective. It can help keep your feet sand-free. An upper of canvas and Mont Blanc replica watches synthetic suede absorbs no grit or sand grains, yet they are not overly warm. Detachable gaiters seal your ankles off.Add a heat-resistant outsole with tread made to grip better on hot suces, and you have the s of an ultimate shoe for desert adventures.
Add the optional gaiters and the price is about $150 for the pair. The PT-03 shoes are a bit bulky for long-distance running. My test pair of size 13s weighed about 19 ounces per foot with the gaiters attached. (Many trail-running shoes in the same size weigh around 12to 14 ounces per foot.)But despite their weight, I found the PT-03 shoes to be Vacheron Constantin replica watches fine for running. They are not overly padded in the midsole, allowing your foot to naturally react with the ground.The gaiters attach to the shoes with tabs of Velcro and seal closed with a zipper.
They are made of a stretchy fabric and do a good job sealing off the opening at the ankle.I did not trek 50 miles through the desert again to test the PT-03 shoes. But in my hikes and trials running in sand, the shoes performed well. With the gaiters on, grit and sand struggled to find any way inside.According to UK Gear, the British Army Physical Training Replica Audemars Piguet watches Corps helped develop the PT-03 shoes in the harsh terrains of Afghanistan. The shoes were a year onsite and in development, the company touts. For your next hike in Death Valley or near Moab, the PT-03 shoes should do the job just fine.--Stephen Regenold writes a daily blog on outdoors gear at .
