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Soles by MICHELIN and Garmont team up again: AKRON GTX®, a technical trekking shoe for uneven terrain, is born.

di - 19/02/2026

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A consolidated collaboration for outdoor excellence

Garmont and Michelin are strengthening their already established performance partnership with the launch of AKRON GTX®, a technical hiking shoe designed to tackle uneven terrain, challenging trails, and variable weather conditions. Designed for expert hikers and those who demand high standards of stability, protection, and precision, AKRON GTX® is engineered to ensure confident stride control even on uneven terrain and technical sections, offering structural support, long-lasting comfort, and responsiveness for a smooth ride even during long, high-intensity outings.

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The heart of the project: the Michelin technical sole

Grip, durability and lightness

The heart of the project is the Michelin outsole, developed for approach and technical hiking. The dual-compound construction optimizes the balance between grip and durability, improving traction on rocky and uneven surfaces and increasing safety during landing. The integration of Fiberlite technology helps reduce the shoe’s overall weight while maintaining flexibility, dynamic comfort, and reliable traction even during prolonged use.

Garmont Akron GTX

Waterproofness and comfort thanks to the GORE-TEX® membrane

AKRON GTX® also features a waterproof Gore-Tex membrane, which provides protection from rain and moisture without compromising breathability, ensuring constant comfort during outdoor activities, even on long hikes. Designed for those who actively and consciously experience the mountains, Garmont AKRON GTX® represents an ideal balance between technical know-how, premium materials, and design that is attentive to the needs of the modern hiker, positioning itself as a reliable option for those seeking grip, durability, and safety on complex terrain.

Garmont Akron Low
Garmont Akron GTX Sole by Michelin

Akron GTX Mid – Price: 220,00 euro

Akron GTX LowPrice: 195,00 euro

Garmont Akron Mid
Garmont Akron GTX Sole by Michelin

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