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The North Face Hedgehog XCR

north-face-shoe.jpgThe North Face Hedgehog XCR – A Low hiking shoe for fast paced activities.

Designed for a number of outdoor activities, the North Face Hedgehog XCR is ultra light weight, multi-sport, adventure shoe. The North Face Hedgehog XCR is built for varying activites on a variety of terrain. No matter if you are hiking, running, or just walking, the North Face Hedgehog XCR is comfortable and secure.

The outsole on the North Face Hedgehog XCR is made from high quality Vibram. This Vibram outsole gives the North Face Hedgehog XCR unbeatable traction on just about any terrain or surface. Go bouldering with confidence or running down switchbacks without slipping.

Made with light weight EVA midsoles, the North Face Hedgehog XCR feels virtually weightless on your feet. The outside of the North Face Hedgehog XCR has a waterproof mesh sandwich to help increase the shoes breathability. The abrasion resistant upper helps to add strength and support while the waterproof Gore Tex XCR membrane keeps you dry.

The quick & dirty:

Where you can get one:
Backcountry: $104

Why it rocks:

  • Streamlined, ultra lightweight, waterproof, breathable
  • Gore-Tex XCR low-cut with exclusive Vibram outsole
  • UPPER Gore-Tex XCR waterproof, breathable membrane
  • Abrasion- resistant, bomber synthetic nubuck
  • waterproof, breathable sandwich-mesh
  • Gusseted tongue
  • AgION antimicrobial X-2 footbed
  • BOTTOM Compression-molded, lightweight EVA midsole
  • Heel X-2 O2 air pod
  • Injection molded TPU shank plate
  • Exclusive, lightweight Vibram rubber outsole

Why it bites:

  • Cushioning tends to go out after extend use

Seat-of-the-pants rating: 7 out of 10

If you need a shoe for all your outdoor activities, but don’t feel like buying a pair for each individual sport, check out the North Face Hedgehog. These guys should keep your dogs dry and comfortable in any activity you wear them in.

Looking to buy? Check out these sites:
Backcountry: $104