Gateway emphasizes walking comfort, even in the lower models. The stride feel is light and flexible. A cool looking choice for rainy city streets! The manufacturer recommends this model to be used at temperatures down to 0ºC. The cuff area has soft neoprene, for easy on and off. - Strong G1 70 rubber compound for a long service life - Light liner dries fast - 3 mm neoprene insulation - Fiber glass shank for a touch of stability - G1 Stage1 insoles have shock absorbing pads under the heel and ball of foot