Merrell is one outdoor clothing manufacturer that has really put a lot of effort into designing equipment that recognizes the differences between men and women. Their Chameleon Arcs XCR shoes are an excellent example of that. These high end shoes for trekking show that Merrell have recognised most of the ways in which women’s feet are different from men’s, and that’s true of the rest of their range too. Merrell’s women’s range is made using a last that’s narrower at the heel and the ball of the foot than men’s.
The shoes are both higher in the arch and longer at the toes. While this doesn’t mean that all variances among women are catered for, it does mean that on the whole they’re far more likely to prove comfortable for the vast majority of women. Aside from this gender sensitive aspect of Merrell’s approach to designing outdoor clothing, the Chameleon Arcs XCR have a lot else going for them. Women trekking through particularly wet conditions will find that these shoes keep feet dry whatever they’re faced with. This is due to the XCR technology. Lightweight given their strength and durability, Merrell Chameleon Arcs XCR are great for serious female enthusiasts.