Danner’s First Recraftable Breathable Hiker, N45, Leads New Family of Breathable Hikers
Available now for Spring/Summer 2025, Danner introduces a brand-new Breathable Hikers family, built for warm-weather adventures wherever the trail may lead.
At the pinnacle of the pack is Danner’s first recraftable, breathable low hiker, the N45, followed by the women-specific Trail Trainer. These new styles are versatile, stylish, and packed with technologies suited for city streets to mountain peaks.
N45
At the forefront of the new Breathable Hikers family is the recraftable N45 ($200 USD) for men and women, designed to beat the heat for those willing to sweat in search of their edge. Weighing in at just 22oz (men’s 10) and 19oz (women’s 7) per pair, the N45 features an ultralight and durable nitrogen-infused Endurofoam midsole for a high-energy return that feels like walking on air.
Additional materials include a Perspair® quick-drying upper, Ariaprene® gusset, recycled polyester lining, and exclusive resoleable Vibram® N45 outsole with Megagrip and Traction Lug technology. With women’s Precision Fit technology, the women’s N45 styles are engineered specifically for female feet and provide a truly comfortable fit with optimal support. Additionally, the N45 is vegan.
- Recraftable – this shoe is eligible to be resoled and reconditioned
- Vegan construction – no animal products used
- Perspair® upper is quick-drying and provides superior abrasion resistance/durability in a lightweight construction
- Recycled polyester lining
- Ariaprene® gusset wraps the foot for a comfortable, snug fit
- Cushioning open-cell OrthoLite® footbed
- Precision Fit – Women’s styles are built with Precision Fit, providing a better-supported heel and roomier toe box to ensure optimal comfort for women
- TPU rockplate
- EnduroFoam – Nitrogen-infused supercritical foam midsole provides high energy return and long-lasting, lightweight comfort
- Exclusive Vibram® N45 outsole with Megagrip technology offers superior grip on wet and dry surfaces
- Men’s Size D: 7-14 (1/2 thru 12) and Women’s Size M: 5-11 (1/2 thru 10)
Trail Trainer
Next, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Trail Trainer ($140 USD) for women redefines the way women’s shoes are built with Danner’s Precision Fit technology, tailored to the unique shape of women’s feet to ensure a comfortable and customized fit from the first step.
A cushioned Danner Resurge foam midsole and breathable mesh upper provide the feel of your favorite athletic shoe, while a stable nylon shank and a rugged outsole with multidirectional ridges deliver the capability you expect from Danner. Ideal for light hikes and walks, hit the dirt or streets without hesitation and confidently blaze your trail.
- Lightweight suede and textile upper
- Resurge midsole for comfort and energy return
- TPU kick-off for easy on/off
- Danner® Strobilus outsole for superior traction
- Unlined for breathability
For more information, visit www.danner.com/breathable-hikers. Please reach out with any additional questions or editorial requests.
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