Inov-8 Rocfly G 390
Inov-8 has made it a hattrick, topping our footwear charts for three years in a row. In 2019 the Roclite G345 GTX took the crown, in 2020 the Roclite Pro G 400 GTX won top spot and this year the new Rocfly G 390 has won Gold. Released in October 2021, it is a cushioned boot with the world’s first graphene foam midsole. It also features a grippy graphene outsole and a breathable, quick-drying upper (without waterproofing), and weighs in at an ultralight 390g per boot. Judge David Lintern said: “A really practical balance between comfort and ground-responsiveness from a brand better known until recently for its minimalist running shoes, the Rocfly is perfectly dialled for big backpacking days in warmer conditions, with a wide forefoot, no membrane and a very durable sole unit.”