When wild places and unknown paths call, you need a backpacking shoe designed for adventures. With premium Nubuck leather, GORE-TEX protection and a higher cut, the women's QUEST ELEMENT GORE-TEX protects you from obstacles and the elements. While the lightweight construction and stabilizing chassis keep you agile at every step.

Athletic inspiration
A backpacking shoe that draws on the lightness and flexibility of our iconic QUEST model.

All-terrain stability
The patented ADV-C chassis keeps you stable on uneven terrain – the tougher the better.

Outdoor essentials
Be ready anything with durable nubuck leather, a Gore-Tex membrane and higher, more protective cut.

GORE-TEX
GORE-TEX keeps your feet dry -from the outside as well as from the inside.

Contagrip® TD
For maximum traction on mixed terrain and extended durability, Contagrip® TD combines a deep, aggressive lug pattern with our most durable compound.

ADV-C 4D Chassis
Protecting ankle articulations on the outer foot, this chassis provides extra stability, as well as more support around the heel to reduce fatigue when wearing a heavy backpack.