"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grabbed this pair for days when I’m bouncing between pavement, parks, and light trails. The FloatMax foam feels surprisingly plush without getting sloppy, and the outsole gives consistent grip on wet or dusty paths. It’s become an easy shoe to keep in my weekly rotation.""We reach for the Cham Redux Ghost SE Hiking Shoe from Merrell when our day blends city miles with stretches of quiet green space. Its synthetic-and-mesh build gives us a breathable, low-profile feel that slips into our routine effortlessly, and the shoe settles into a smooth stride the moment we step out the door. The FloatMax™ midsole softens each landing while maintaining enough structure to stay stable through longer walks or quick detours up uneven paths. A durable rubber outsole adds the reliable traction we need when transitioning from hard pavement to loose ground, letting us move with confidence as our route shifts. With the Cham Redux Ghost SE, we’re free to explore whichever terrain calls next."