from a time when people were rugged, the land was rugged, and the gear they depended on had to be, too. the spring 2011 abington collection by timberland recalls an era when man turned to nature for adventure and discovery. he sought out wilderness where he could be self-reliant and reinvigorated by the challenge of living off the land. inspired by canoeing, hiking and guiding, these classics with modern details are rooted in a tradition of exceptional performance. the abington collection by timberland uses premium leathers and suedes from the horween leather company of america and charles f. stead & co. ltd. of england for superior quality and vibram soles for unsurpassed traction.

our first season (fall 2011) with the abington collection by timberland saw immediate sell-through on each and every style. combining exceptional quality with authentic styling and excellent price points had a lot of our still life men getting geared up in rugged outdoor footwear from the legendary american boot company. accompanying some scene-setting photography from in and around moosehead lake in greenville, maine we've got images of all three currently available styles from the abington collection to keep you comfortable in the great outdoors.

• 7-eyelet moc boot in black smooth leather: as rugged as a summer boot gets. lightweight and durable, with details inspired and required by a canoe guide's life along the water's edge. lightweight construction for warm weather comfort, leather rand for abrasion protection, breathable leather lining and high-traction vibram outsoles. includes two lace choices.
• moccasin in black smooth leather: authentic styling with a handcrafted heritage. they deliver sure footing in wet or dry conditions, indoors and out. glove-soft leather gets even more comfortable over time. handsewn construction, 360° lace system for customized fit, breathable leather lining and a non-marking siped outsole.
• boat chukka in brown smooth leather: a modern variation on a handcrafted classic. built for rugged dependability and traction to withstand the rigours of lakeside living. handsewn construction, leather welting and lining and vibram outsoles for durability.