Merrell Men's Nova Sneaker Moc Walking Shoe, 15

Product Information

The type of shoe that the Nova/Antora 3 is aiming to be is one that appeals to many of us, whether as a multi-purpose outdoor shoe, trail running shoe for training, or a runner’s first pair. The Nova 3 is made from quite a lot of recycled material but we’ve said before that Merrell has been quite vague about its overall sustainability goals, and that it’s not been rated very well by independent industry watchdogs like Good On You, and the Fashion Transparency Index.

On the terrain it prefers, the Nova 3 feels agile. We liked the confidence the toe protection gave us too. SustainabilityMerrell is owned by Wolverine Worldwide and in its latest annual Corporate Responsibility report (2022), Merrell is mentioned a lot in its work on diversity, equity, and inclusion. But there is little detail regarding sustainable materials or emissions reductions. For example, Merrell has pledged all its products will ‘contain’ organic, recycled, or renewable materials by 2025 but doesn’t specify what ‘contain’ means. The outsole is made of durable rubber and features 5mm lugs that provide excellent traction on a variety of surfaces. The M Select GRIP technology enhances the shoe's grip and ensures you stay stable on any terrain.

The upper is made of a durable yet breathable textile with overlays for structural support. I appreciate the way that the upper wraps around my feet and to snugly hold them in place. Overall, the Merrell Moab Adventure Luna Lace looks and feels ready for adventure. The Merrell Nova fits just rightI appreciated the lightweight design, overall flexibility, cushioning pods in the heel and forefoot, and excellent traction that this model provides.

It includes a few reflective strips for visibility in low-light conditions. The padding inside the heel is soft and comfortable, keeping the heels blister-free. The Merrell Nova is a versatile and comfortable hiking shoe that's perfect for any trail. With a combination of durability, support, and breathability, this shoe is designed to keep your feet comfortable and protected during long hikes. Featuring sneaker-light comfort and hiker-like durability, the Nova Sneaker Boot offers the perfect cold-weather escape vehicle for when you're ready to answer the call of the wild.

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The Merrell Nova is designed as a trail runner, and it works well for this purpose. The features that make it so great for hiking also weigh in its favor as a trail runner. The shoe includes a durable toe bumper for protection as well. I can attest that, without the bumper, I would have probably experienced a toe stub on at least one of my hikes or runs. Reflective strips on the Nova