Chaco Tedinho Hiking Boots

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Chaco puts a modern twist on a classic style with their new Tedinho Waterproof Hiking boot, and they do it well. The Tedinho is a magnificent combination of performance, comfort, and style. The first thing I noticed? The hard footbed. But as I began to walk around, I realized that it wasn’t the footbed. It was the ultra-supportive “LuvSeat” Platform around which this boot is built. This support really shined on long hikes and steep scrambles. I found myself going for miles and miles without ever paying any attention to my feet.  The entire outer of the Tedinho is made of leather, which adds loads of durability and ensures that these boots look as good after months of hiking. The leather is lined with a waterproof membrane that helps keep your feet dry and warm, and also enables the shoes to dry much quicker than most hikers, as moisture doesn’t permeate deep into the fabric. For traction, Chaco departs from the traditional Vibram sole in favor of a proprietary EcoTread sole that enlists 25% recycled materials while at the same time provides great traction on all surfaces.
-Chris Boyle