From Nike to Salomon, These Are the Best GORE-TEX Sneakers for Wet Weather Protection
GORE-TEX ain't just for extreme climates. But for anyone heading out on a fall-time hike or navigating a city dotted with puddles and mud, its layered membrane provides necessary protection against unwanted soakings. GORE-TEX isn't just for functional outerwear. It can shape a a suave top-to-bottom weather-proof wardrobe, down to the sneakers.
Especially in recent years, GORE-TEX has become a familiar sight inside even casual daily shoes, resulting in weather-ready silhouettes that don't look nearly as bulky as mountain boots. The waterproof tech has even become a component of higher-end footwear.
Below, we've curated a a selection of footwear that put W. L. Gore's pioneering technology to use, from purist trail runners to pricey statement shoes useful for combining with other fall essentials like cardigans, packable jackets and oversized shirts.
Shop the best GORE-TEX sneakers on the market below.
Moncler Trailgrip GTX Sneaker
Moncler’s Trailgrip GTX sneakers are engineered with equal parts outdoor performance and fashion in mind. The chunky, spike-like silhouette, lined entirely with GORE-TEX, recalls classic mountaineering styles down to its fast-lacing and Vibram sole. Yet, despite its rugged design, the lightweight shoe has the easy feel of a true sports sneaker.
Merrell Moab 3 GORE-TEX
The all-purpose Moab 3 GORE-TEX, available in warm shades of brown and stone, embodies Merrell’s rugged philosophy while offering one of its best designs to date. It’s a smart, dependable pick for everything from mountain trails to metropolitan strolls.
HOKA Kaha 2 Frost Moc GTX
HOKA's tall trekking shoe merges the specs of a high-performance hiking boot with the warmth of a puffer jacket, and looks a bit like both. Hyper-cushioned, windproof, waterproof, and grounded by a thick Vibram sole, this GORE-TEX hybrid is pure comfort for your feet through the coldest months.
adidas Terrex Skychaser GORE-TEX
adidas Terrex, the German sportswear giant’s outdoor line, delivers major upgrades to its signature Skychaser sneaker. A chunkier outsole, enhanced midsole cushioning, and streamlined lacing modernize the design, while the GORE-TEX upper guarantees dryness. A sleek fusion of performance tech and casual style.
Nike V2K Run GORE-TEX
This classic Nike running sneaker, infused with retro Y2K design cues, is now fitted with GORE-TEX for enhanced performance in less-than-ideal conditions. If the OG Nike V2K was built for everyday running, this updated version is a better choice for doing miles in winter.
Salomon XT-Pathway GORE-TEX
Part of the archetypal Salomon XT family, the Pathway retains familiar series hallmarks—Quicklace system, mesh lining, and that low, streamlined silhouette—but adds GORE-TEX protection and modern design details that render it as something entirely new.
Merrell SpeedArc Matis GORE-TEX
Named after one of Merrell’s founders, the SpeedArc Matis GORE-TEX packs elite hiking credentials: a Vibram sole, cushioned foam layers, and waterproof lining. Its bulbous shape, defined by spherical foam inserts along the midsole, gives the shoe a progressive twist that takes it from reliable all-season shoe to a universal statement sneaker.
HOKA Clifton 9 Recycled-GORE-TEX Sneakers
Deceptively lightweight despite an armor of weatherproof materials, this fortified version of the Clifton 9, fitted from mostly recycled GORE-TEX, stands out in stealthy all-black. Or, rather, it doesn't stand out at all. And that's the point.
Nike Pegasus 41 GORE-TEX
Take one of Nike’s most popular running sneakers and reengineer it with a GORE-TEX lining and rugged, dented outsole that ensures steadiness even on slippery terrain and you have the Pegasus 41 GORE-TEX. Run, hike, or stroll: win in any condition.
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