Built for fast-packers who push hard over technical terrain, the Katabatic Mid is our pick when you need trail-runner speed without sacrificing ankle protection. A breathable mesh upper with TPU overlays and an ESS rock plate keep debris and sharp rocks out of the equation, while the dual-density EVA midsole cushions the miles without weighing you down.

• Abrasion-resistant mesh upper with lightweight TPU overlays — ventilated enough for Southern summer heat, tough enough for rocky singletrack
• ESS rock plate and integrated shank protect your midfoot from sharp rocks and roots without killing ground feel
• Mid-cut collar with O FIT Insole® delivers real ankle support and biomechanically tuned arch cushioning on uneven ground
• Dual-density EVA midsole balances lightweight cushioning with consistent energy return — critical on long fast-pack days
• Aggressive Trail Tread rubber outsole bites into loose dirt, wet roots, and slick granite — the kind of mixed conditions you hit all over the Southeast