With four in 10 (43%) women starting hiking during the pandemic*, adidas TERREX is driven to develop products that are specifically designed for this growing community. The latest step on this journey is the launch of the new adidas TERREX WMN Hiker Mid Rain.Rdy – a hiking shoe developed specifically for the female anatomy.
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Informed by women-specific insights and tested alongside one of the largest women hiking communities in Europe, the shoe allows female hikers to connect with nature in comfort. Alongside the shoe, adidas launches an all-new apparel range.
“Our research shows that being outdoors in nature motivates 96% of women across countries to hike, as they look to connect with nature and escape the everyday” says Rebecca MacKay, Product Manager at adidas TERREX. “Working alongside our internal last-specific team to gain insights from thousands of foot scans, we were able to analyse and design a shoe that matches what our research showed women are looking for: hiking products that are comfortable, durable, and importantly, offer performance. We hope this new range will continue to help women all over the world to experience the transformative power of the outdoors.”
During the development process, adidas TERREX’s design team explored the ways the female foot hits the ground whilst hiking and the impact this has on the Achilles tendon. The insight from groups in the mountains, anatomic foot specifications, and women’s testing feedback made this hiking shoe superior in comfort and support.
With these insights in mind, the team created a number of potential female-specific lasts and gathered the thoughts on these from a selection of members from the Munich Mountain Girls, a community of over 24,000 mountain-loving women, who connect and empower women, digitally and in real life. Their invaluable insight allowed the team to assess which placement of cushioning and support provided the most effective hiking experience, as well as tracking durability between prototypes.
“The TERREX WMN Hiker RAIN.RDY is sleek, very comfortable, extremely durable and sturdy–making me feel super confident and empowered on approaches to crags whether it’s a dirt hill or talus rock hopping,” says Brooke Raboutou, adidas TERREX climbing athlete who often wears the brand’s hiking silhouettes to reach her climbing destinations outdoors. “Comfort and durability in hiking shoes are important to me because it allows me to spend the whole day outside and not think twice about my feet being tired, sore or wet.”
She adds, “I’m so proud to be a part of the adidas TERREX family because they are inclusive and supportive to female athletes around the world. There are many strong women representing the brand and supporting us on the inside. Having this level of support helps us reach our own goals, push the limits within our sport and inspire young girls across the world to do the same.”
Leveraging these unique insights, the adidas TERREX WMN Hiker Mid Rain.Rdy was formed making it the perfect shoe for women looking to enjoy the outdoors, from casual walks to weekend hike trips. Key features of the shoe include:
- Waterproof: Hikers can feel dry even when the weather surprises, thanks to the RAIN.RDY waterproof materials and construction.
- Continental™ Rubber outsole: For extraordinary traction in wet and dry conditions.
- Comfort meets protection: The stretchy collar material and padding provides an extra layer of comfort while helping keep hiker’s ankles protected.
- Made with recycled materials: Made with at least 50% recycled content, this product represents just one of adidas’ solutions to help End Plastic Waste.
Launching alongside the adidas TERREX WMN Hiker Mid Rain.Rdy is an all-new women-focussed adidas TERREX apparel range, ensuring hikers are equipped with the latest technology from head to toe. The apparel range is all made in part with recycled materials and features:
- Women XPLORIC RAIN RDY. JACKET – A waterproof jacket that features a hidden zippered security pocket and a two-way front zipper. $320.
- Women MT Full Zip Fleece – The breathable grid fleece jacket for layering includes an extra soft collar lining for a nice stand and soft feel. $70.
- Women MT Tee – Design inspired by the outdoors, this tee features layered back shoulder seams and a longer back hem drop. $42.
- Women MT All Over Printed Tights – With its subtle print, these tights include an extra wide waistband together with reflective branding. $75.
The adidas TERREX WMN Hiker Mid Rain.Rdy ($160) and apparel range releases globally on March 8th on the adidas app and select retailers. Within the United States, the footwear and apparel will be available for purchase starting March 28th via /www.adidas.com/us/women-outdoor-shoes, on the adidas app and select retailers.
* 1,301 of women between the ages of 18 and 35 living in Germany, UK, and US were questioned. The research was conducted by GroupSolver® online platform between April 30th – May 12th.
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If nature could talk, it’d tell us all to get out more.
It’d say whoever you are, wherever you’re from, you belong out here. It’d say you’re all welcome so come adventure, destress, feel better. It’d ask us to please be kinder. To have its back like it has ours. It’d say protect me, be conscious and work together – because we owe it all to the great outdoors.
It’d say bring your friends, your community and bring your family, let’s all connect. Let’s come together and tell the world what we believe nature wants them to hear. Let’s go, unite and keep pushing what’s possible. Let’s inspire every human being to find their own individual summits.
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