Article by Dominique Winebaum
Merrell Agility Peak 5 X Janji ($150)
Introduction
I received the “Janji” version of the Agility Peak 5 in early August, a limited edition and colorful collaboration between Merrell and Janji highlighting a top seller trail shoe with an artful print from the Mongolian artist, Gawaa. This was my first introduction to Janji, a running apparel brand based in Boston, whose mission is to design responsibly, inspire people to run, and to support global water access. This collaborative effort was part of the Janji “artist series” featuring a print designed by an artist from a diverse region with 2% of sales supporting clean water in that place of the world.
Pros:
Comfortable, well cushioned with great rebound, fit true to size/ Dominique
Does double duty as a comfortable and sturdy hiker in the low top category Dominique
Vibram® Megagrip® 0utsole with great traction Dominique
All day comfort when walking and hiking Dominique
Roomy toebox though not a wide toebox Dominique
Well priced Dominique
“Janji” limited edition is a wonderful collaboration with Merrell Dominique
Special Edition features an original print that is dirt resistant to boot Dominique
Cons:
Heelhold is not super secure Dominique