When things get steep... step it up. Palm Equipment have released their new Gradient 3.0 boots, winner of The Paddlesports Show 2025 Apparel of the Year Award.
After two years of development and rigorous testing, every element of the Gradient is designed for water. The custom Vibram sole is made from ultra-sticky Idrogrip rubber, with traction lugs to keep your feet secure, ascending, descending, or running. The dual-density foam midsole adds cushioning to the heel and stability, with denser foam in the forefoot for control in your boat, on the bank, or on the move. The durable upper includes a neoprene cuff to prevent debris, and the large toe box with a removable insole makes extra room for winter socks.
Along with footwear designer Mike Boston, the team at Vibram and staff at Palm, team athlete Bren Orton oversaw every detail of the Gradient 3.0, from concept to design to putting them through countless hours of testing. With vibrant, movie-inspired colours and a touch of his own waterfall art, the Sherbet+Turquoise Gradient 3.0 is more than just a river shoe — it’s Bren’s dream realised. Cool, bold, and unmistakably stylish, it’s his signature version.
Tragically, we lost Bren to the river in May 2024. Honouring his memory, a portion of every sale goes to a cause for his family and legacy.
FEATURES
- Vibram Idrogrip compound (IV UIAA)
- Traction lug sole pattern
- Low profile heel
- Dual density EVA midsole
- Double stitched seams
- Welded rubber rand
- Scratch rubber heel counter
- Rip-stop mesh upper
- Velcro neoprene ankle collar
- Open tongue
- Pull tabs
- Removable insole
- Lace up
MATERIALS: 3 mm CR neoprene • nylon
WEIGHT: 825 g (UK 8)