Hiking Boots

• Mar 2, 2012

• #1

-Z/28-

I wanna go fast

Dec 6, 2011

10,661

Harford Co

So I've finally reached the point where I need to buy new boots. I never thought I'd become attached to a pair of shoes, but I love my boots. I've had them for years and beat the piss out of them but they've stayed warm and dry. Anyway I've popped some seams, some of the leather is cracking, and the worn out tread is starting to peel off the bottom so it's time to move on.

My current ones are North Face Gore-tex XCRs with Vibram soles. I was looking at getting the updated version of them but I see several other similar options in the same price range including Merrell and Columbia. So what brand/models do y'all wear and recommend?

 

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• Mar 2, 2012

• #2

XxNitr0xX

Tacticool

Apr 11, 2011

480

My computer

Subscribed. Also interested in this.

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• Mar 2, 2012

• #3

rondon600

Active Member

Mar 16, 2009

741

Ive been sporting the Keen Targhee II Mids. very comfy. especially the toe area. picked them up at REI. Loved my Merrells as well.


http://www.keenfootwear.com/us/en/

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #4

JamesBailey

Form Factor'ed!

Jan 28, 2010

873

Arlington VA

I personally love my Asolo GTX Morans. Yes, they are on the expensive side, but they will last a long time and they are the best combo of lightweight and support I have found. I never use my Danners anymore. Asolo more comfortable and lighter. I'm training up for a 30 mile adventure race this summer thru mountains of Northern Utah and would not wear anything but my Asolos.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #5

DZ

Ultimate Member

Oct 9, 2005

4,091

Mount Airy, MD

I have worn Asolo 520's for years and have been happy with them for longer hikes. For day hikes I have a pair of Merrell Chameleon II's that have been going strong.

Most important thing is to try a bunch on to see which fits your foot best. Doesn't matter if its the best boot in the world if it doesn't fit.

ETA: Here is a pic:

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #6

Cis-Lunar

Active Member

Jun 27, 2008

159

ive been using asolos too. they are a litle heavier than i like but good boots.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #7

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atblis

Ultimate Member

May 23, 2010

2,036

Lowa. For some reason the Asolos don't fit me.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #8

Dave MP

Retired USA

Jun 13, 2010

10,610

Farmland, PA

There is a Merrell outlet at Arundel Mills.

Picked up a pair of their Moab boots ~$100

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #9

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HappyCamper

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May 13, 2005

2,771

I used to swear by Technicas, but that was 20 years ago when they had some top end stuff. I paid about $300 for mine back in the early 90's. They did me well in both Northern Minnesota and desert mountain southwest for decades, BUT then I went to get a new pair and the new Technicas don't look all that good comparatively.

I'm in the market for a new top end rugged as shit, granite bashing pair so I will consider this as my starting point for the research.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #10

randyho

Ultimate Member

MDS Supporter

Feb 21, 2009

1,544

Not His Happy Place

I had a few pairs of Merrel's. The last two have just not held up.

I switched over to Asolo FSN85's and FSN95's (w/goretex). Night and day difference in quality.

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/s~asolo-fsn-95/?perPage=24

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #11

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Xfade

Member

Dec 26, 2011

31

Anne Arundel Co.

I like the Oboz. I have the beartooth's which are more of a backpacking boot. They get excellent reviews and everybody I know that has them can't say enough good things about them. Plus they are made right here in the USA.

http://www.obozfootwear.com/site/index.html

I was lied too! they are made in Asia.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #12

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mdram

Banned

BANNED!!!

Nov 2, 2011

2,014

Eastern Shore of Maryland

redwing

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #13

Dave MP

Retired USA

Jun 13, 2010

10,610

Farmland, PA

Belleville TR-555 Range Runner

Don't know how they fit or wear.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #14

50bmg

Active Member

Sep 24, 2011

226

Towson, MD

I second the Asolo fsn95s. Great boots.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #15

joppaj

Sheepdog

Staff member

Moderator

Apr 11, 2008

46,718

MD

rondon600 said:

Ive been sporting the Keen Targhee II Mids. very comfy. especially the toe area. picked them up at REI. Loved my Merrells as well.


http://www.keenfootwear.com/us/en/

Click to expand...

Oddly enough I wear the exact same style. Very comfortable but took me a while to get the laces tight enough so that they didn't rub my ankles.

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #16

JRoCc

Active Member

MDS Supporter

Jun 2, 2010

923

Earth

I'm looking at these.

http://www.danner.com/boots/explorertm-mens-womens-hiking-boots.html

 

• Mar 2, 2012

• #17

coopermania

Banned

BANNED!!!

Aug 20, 2011

3,815

Indiana

Plus 1 on Danner's 30 + yrs and never a bad boot.

 

• Mar 23, 2012

• #18

Rockerspsl

Active Member

Apr 10, 2011

230

Glen Burnie, MD

Went from 1st gen Hi-Tec Altitudes to Hi-Tec Altitude IV after 10 years.

 

• Mar 23, 2012

• #19

ALBY

Active Member

Jan 5, 2008

652

I have a set of Asolo Moran's and I love them. never a blister, and i've walked all over kansas, wyoming, utah and Az and upstate ny in them. I need a new set also.

 

• Mar 23, 2012

• #20

Nelben

Member

Jan 11, 2010

58

Baltimore

I like regular old running shoes myself