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Sustainability<\/h2>\n
As a change-maker partnering with brands in the outdoor industry and beyond, ACBC uses scientific data on the sustainability process to help create products with smaller environmental footprints. The SKPR 2.0 is the output of one of its many successful collaborations. This shoe integrates responsible materials with the comfort and cushion necessary for light day hikes and trail runs, or just everyday use around town. The upper is made of a breathable mesh, providing a light, airy fit that doesn\u2019t hold sweat or moisture. But most importantly, it\u2019s made with a recycled material: 100 percent recycled polyester that is, in part, created from recycled water bottles. Plus, the midsole is 45 percent bio-EVA based on food industry waste. Even the outsole does its part in creating Rossignol\u2019s most eco-conscious active shoe yet. Made with 25 percent recycled rubber, the outsole integrates pre-consumer factory waste material like that from automotive tires. All of these strategic choices result in a shoe that\u2019s made from 50 percent bio-based and recycled material.<\/p>\n
Performance<\/h2>\n
A sustainably made shoe wouldn\u2019t be worth anything if it didn\u2019t fit and perform well. As an expert in alpine and Nordic ski boot engineering, Rossignol has spent decades studying foot mechanics, providing a nice head start when moving into active footwear. And the brand\u2019s expertise shines in the SKPR 2.0 Active Shoe. The outsole features a lugged, multi-angle tread to give you solid grip on steep terrain and loose gravel. Rossignol also employs Sensor 3 technology, which bolsters comfort and shock absorption. It works by using three different densities of sole material that are overlaid against the three pressure points of the foot. The result is a supremely cushioned ground feel that will keep your feet comfortable on short-and-fast hikes or runs. And an 8-millimeter drop between the heel and forefoot encourages an ergonomic posture that propels you forward with every step.<\/p>\n Responsibility for protecting the environment falls to both the consumer and the gear maker. Outdoor recreation shouldn\u2019t be a paradox\u2014the gear you choose can help protect where you use it. With ACBC methodology and Rossignol\u2019s industry expertise, the SKPR 2.0 promises the no-compromise, environmentally conscious gear that all brands should aspire to.<\/p>\n![\"Rossignol](\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/ROSSIGNOL-PYRENEES.SEPT23-BLANCHARD-SELECTS-0143-scaled.jpg?width=730\")