Red Wing, MN – July 26, 2010 – Developed with unique patterned uppers and dynamic colorways, Vasque will debut a new multisport collection for spring ’11 at the upcoming Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. The new styles, designed for the active trail ready lifestyle, offer optimum performance in a distinct look that is competitively priced.

The new Jule is the women’s companion to the very successful men’s multisport shoe, the Juxt. With baseball stitching on the upper and an aggressive bottom package, the Jule provides excellent stability and grip on the trail. In addition, the men’s best office-to-the-trail companion, the Juxt, will be offered in an additional color next spring. The MSRP on the Jule and the Juxt is $95.

Thewomen’s specificMedley features a clean and sporty design. The lower profile midsole gives a fresh look while providing the support and cushioning you expect from Vasque. With a MSRP of $100, the Medley is ideal for a quick jaunt on your favorite trail and cheering from the sidelines of the soccer field.

A breathable mesh upper makes the Swoop comfortable on the trail and in town, especially during the spring and summer heat. The women’s specific design and eye catching colors ensure you look as good as you feel. The Swoop will retail for $90.

The women’s models feature the women’s specific Arc Tempo last for a superior fit. The Arc Tempo is designed to meet the distinct needs of a female foot by narrowing the heels, offering a higher instep and lowering the center of gravity.

“For the spring collection we really strived to mesh simple and unique designs with high performance attributes,” noted Product Manager Chantelle Schneider. “Placing an emphasis on fashionable new colors and styles, we feel this collection offers the best choice for an all day go anywhere shoe.”

Vasque will also continue with multisport champions Opportunist Low, Opportunist UD (Ultra Dry) and Opportunist UD Mid for spring ’11. The Opportunist modelswill be offered in fresh color stories, while maintaining the distinctive styling customers have raved about this spring.

About Vasque

Vasque footwear, a family-owned company rich in heritage and deeply rooted in the outdoor community, understands the outdoors is a state of mind and specializes in creating trail ready footwear for trail ready lives. For more than 45 years, their focus has been thoughtfully designed and carefully built performance footwear to take the next generation of trail users wherever the trail goes. Vasque focuses on fit and world-class performance as the core pillars in every backpacking, hiking, multisport, trail running and kids shoe they produce. Vasque’s authentic footwear withstands harsh conditions, rugged wear and the tests of time. www.vasque.com