Salewa Wildfire Edge Approach Shoes - java blue/black 8769

The Wildfire Edge is a shoe for technical approaches that can be transformed from a hiking shoe into a climbing shoe. The Salewa Switchfit system is as simple as it is clever and was developed together with mountain guides and top climbers in the Dolomites: Simply pull the laces together at the back eyelet and up. This pulls your foot forward into the toe box, compressing your toes like in a climbing shoe.

After climbing, you can loosen the laces at the back eyelet, this will widen the toe box and provide greater comfort while hiking. To improve climbing precision, the Wildfire Edge is also equipped with an Edging Plate, an insole plate under the forefoot that provides additional rigidity under the toes.

The Pomoca Speed MTN sole works with improved grip and higher friction in dry and wet weather thanks to Pomoca butyl composite. The sole has a precision climbing zone in the toe area, good edging performance and aggressive lugs for improved traction in muddy and soft surfaces.

For better torsional strength, the outer material is made of Exa Shell, which combined with the 3-F system wraps around the foot for flexibility, fit and support. The climbing shoe lacing system goes all the way to the toes to deliver a more precise fit and more customization options. The Multi Fit Footbed Plus (MFF+) uses interchangeable layers so you can customize it to the individual shape of your foot.

 Features of the Salewa Wildfire Edge Approach Shoes

• 3F System - connects lacing system, sole and heel - for the perfect combination of fit, flexibility, support.

• Climbing Lacing - provides precise lacing in the toe area of the shoe, for more support and performance in difficult terrain.

• MFF+ Insole

• EXA-SHELL Structure - wraps the foot laterally, providing a precise fit and perfect forefoot balance. It also minimizes wear and tear on the upper.

• Anti-Rock heel counter

• Stretch gaiter

• POMOCA® S Path - corresponds to foot pressure points on the ground and supports the natural rolling of the foot.

• Pomoca Outsole

• Switchfit Technology - To quickly switch from hiking to climbing mode. By tying in the extra lace hole, the heel is pulled in and the foot is pushed forward towards the toes. This constricts the toes, just as is common for climbing shoes, to provide a secure grip on small footholds.