It is common to slip on roads that have been compacted and frozen, or on ice slopes where it is hard to tell that the snow is frozen. Columbia's sneaker-type ``Sapland Two Low Waterproof'' is recommended when you go out in the winter. The soles are designed to be non-slip, and the sneaker shape makes them easy to take off and put on. Recommended for those who want winter shoes but don't like boots because they are a hassle to put on and take off.
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Sneaker-type so you can put them on and take them off without stress
When Columbia's Sapland was first released, only boots were available. However, although it would be nice if it were non-slip, there was a request to make a sneaker-shaped version because it was troublesome to put on and take off, so it seems that a sneaker-shaped "Sapland Two Low Waterproof" was also made. With boots, you have to pull down the zipper or hold them down with your hands when putting them on and taking them off, but there is no such hassle and you can put them on and take them off smoothly.
Also, sneakers are easy to match with a variety of outfits, so they are also recommended for those who don't have many clothes that go well with boots. Another good point is that it is unisex and has a design that is easy to wear by both men and women.
Sizes are available from 23cm to 29cm
The sizes are unisex, ranging from 23cm (US5) to 29cm (US11). It's good to have a wide range of options available. It is also sold on Amazon, but the size notation is a mix of cm and US notation, so please be careful not to get the wrong size. The correspondence between cm notation and US notation is as shown in the table below.
| cm | 23 | 23.5 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 |
| US | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 9.0 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 |
Available in 4 colors: black, gray, savory, and mercury.
There are 4 colors available: black, gray, savory, and mercury (blue). I think black or gray would be better if you want it to be easy to match with various fashions. No matter which color you choose, the sizes range from 23cm to 29cm, so you can choose your favorite color.
Arctic grip on the sole for increased grip
The soles feature Vibram's Arctic Grip for added grip on ice. The Arctic Grip has small protrusions that increase friction on both dry and wet ice, making it less slippery. This sole is a big difference from regular shoes and is the most attractive feature of Sapland.
Insole with good waterproof performance and breathability
As they are winter shoes, they are made with waterproof fabric and have high waterproof performance. Even when walking on snow-covered roads, you can rest assured that it will prevent water from seeping in. However, compared to boots, snow is more likely to get in through the ankle area, so they may be difficult to use in areas that get heavy snow.
The insole inside the shoe is made of Ortholite, which provides high cushioning and good breathability. Boots have poor breathability and can make your feet stuffy, but sneakers have better breathability than boots, and the soles have small holes for better ventilation. I think it's very hard to get stuffy.
Impressions after actually wearing them
I also purchased "Sapland Two Low Waterproof" on Amazon and have actually worn it, so I will briefly summarize my impressions.
I purchased the 26.5cm black one. When I buy shoes, I usually buy 26cm or 26.5cm depending on the shoe, but this time I bought them on Amazon without trying them on in a store. When it arrived and I tried it on, it felt like it had a little extra room, so 26cm might have been fine. It's not too bulky, so I can wear it without any problems. Please refer to this when choosing the size.
It's comfortable to put on and take off, just like any other sneaker. I think the ankle part is a little narrow, but it doesn't feel that difficult to wear, so I think it's okay.
Regarding the issue of slipperiness, I think they are clearly less slippery than other shoes. I once tried it on ice to see how much it would slide, and was surprised at how much grip it had. I think I regretted buying them because they were expensive and felt like they were as slippery as regular shoes, but now I don't regret them at all.
Recommended for people who live in areas where it snows easily or who don't want to slip and fall in winter, so if you're interested, please give it a try!
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