A Sneak Peek At Columbia’s Spring 2012 Footwear Line
- By Mario Fraioli
- Published Sep. 7, 2011
- Updated Sep. 15, 2011 at 5:38 PM UTC
Columbia Ravenous Race--6.5 oz
Columbia's lightest offering, the Ravenous Race is built for speed--both off the road and on. It's lightweight, non-intrusive upper really wraps thew foot well and allows it to move freely. Available: February 1, 2012. Photo: Mario Fraioli
Columbia Drainsock--7.0 oz
Lightweight and fully drainable, the Drainsock has drainage ports in the heel and midfoot to keep your feet dry in and out of water. Available: February 1, 2012. Photo: Mario Fraioli
Columbia Drainmaker Slip--7.6 oz
A fully drainable hybrid shoe capable of performing in and out of water, the Drainmaker Slip is equipped with outsole lugs for extra traction. Available: February 1, 2012. Photo: Mario Fraioli
Columbia Master Fly--8.2 oz
The Master Fly is lightweight, low to the ground and will move quickly over all types of terrain. Featuring a 5/10 forefoot to heel off-set, the Master Fly will win favor with minimalists. Available: February 1, 2012. Photo: Mario Fraioli
Columbia Descender--8.4 oz
The Descender is a lightweight trail running shoe inspired by rock climbing. Featuring a minimal, lightweight design, it slips on like a sock and will provide maximum traction over tricky terrain. Available: February 1, 2012. Photo: Mario Fraioli
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Mario Fraioli
Mario Fraioli is a senior editor at Competitor magazine. A cross-country All-American at Stonehill College in 2003, he now coaches the Prado Women's Racing Team in San Diego and was the men's marathon coach for Costa Rica's 2012 Olympic team. His first book, The Official Rock 'n' Roll Guide To Marathon & Half-Marathon Training (VeloPress, 2013) is available in bookstores, running shops and online.
