Patagonia Ranger Smith Shoes: Because Eco Doesn’t Have to Mean Tofu Flip-Flops
By Rocky Thompson on July 10th, 2007
While other companies wave green flags over their crappy boots, Patagonia’s quietly marketing their pigskin Ranger Smith Shoes. They won’t meet the needs of people who’ve sworn off animal products, but they also won’t fall apart after a week—and if you want a balance between ecological and longevity, this is it. Patagonia’s Ranger Smith Shoes use a recycled polyester liner and Vibram’s EcoStep outsoles, and the carbon-embedded cork footbeds keep down the foot funk. The hiking boots/fashion kicks will set you back $140.
