Asolo 520 GTX

Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Soloist, Sep 03, 2006

"Very durable, I've recently returned from a two-week backpacking trip in the Northern Cascades. I summited three peaks with these boots so far and they preformed suberbly.

I would recommend these boots to anyone."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Luke D., Dec 16, 2005

"Best pair of boots I've owned!!!! They usually last me over two years for heavy use and backpacking for long trips (week long)!! I'm purchasing my third pair this XMas ('05). Excellent BOOT!!"

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Mike Fassler, Aug 24, 2004

"I have narrow feet; I generally wear an A width. I tried a ton of boots on at REI and finally decided on these along with SuperFeet insoles. These boots are absolutly awesome, on and off the trail they can take a pounding and keep your feet protected perfectly."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by David S., Jun 05, 2004

"Some of the best boots on the market. Been using them for 9 years+. Everything else falls apart. Work on a ski hill cutting/trimming trails and other Rocky Mtn Ski area stuff (it's some rough stuff under all that snow). We wear out the sole before the leather."

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520 GTX
Reviewed by CC, May 12, 2004

"Absolutely the best feeling boots you will ever put on your feet. Your feet stay perfectly dry in any weather. I have worn mine all winter and they are still good for another season, at least."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Doug Dean, Jan 11, 2004

"I use these boots for everyday use on the job and for hiking somewhat. They broke in easily and conform to your foot which makes them very comfortable. Best boots I ever owned and that's lots. They are four years old now and need a resoling, but uppers are in good condition. Highly recommend!"

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by George, May 11, 2003

"I used the Asolos in the Spanish Pyrennes and they performed wonderfully. The toe area on the outside of the boots are somewhat scuffed up but I guess that's to be expected. I've really enjoyed my Asolo 520 GTX's however. They're the most comfortable boot I've worn."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Damascus Cain, Feb 28, 2003

"This boot is everything an outdoorsmen is looking for in a boot. When I put these heavy duty leather monsters on I feel like I can kick holes in trees. . . My pair have taken me to the PEAK of the Gudalupe Mountains and the Continental Divide. My Asolo GTX 520's still look brand new and my feet have been warm dry and happy all along."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Mike D., Jul 27, 2002

"Worst pair of boots I've ever owned. Caused bruising and abrasions on the front of my ankles and I had to dump them out after moderate rain.Finally returned them. Very surprised and disappointed due to the reputatiuon of Asoslo boots."

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520 GTX
Reviewed by M. Freyman, Jul 20, 1999

"These are great boots! Among other duty, these boots just returned from two weeks in the Canadian Rockies where it even snowed on July 3 (50-60cm), along with plenty of rain. Many of the trails were still snow-covered and most were very wet and/or muddy -- my feet stayed bone-dry."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Kevin Whited, Dec 28, 1998

"My feet blister easily and I have a high, but these boots felt great right out of the box (I did add superfeet insoles). I did blister on my first trip out in them, but that was due more to the sock I was using. After switching to a polypropylene liner with wool sock, I haven't had any problems."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Tim Palka, Aug 15, 1998

"I bought these boots last year for a volunteer postion at Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area. They performed great with no problems or blisters ever. I put 700 miles on them in three months. Then off to Gates of the Arctic NP in the Brooks Range."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Keith, Feb 12, 1998

"WOW! Through the bogs of the outer Hebrides to the lower altitudes of the Jim Bridger range these boots take it all. Although still a little funky on wet snow (better than previous Asolo soles) this boot chews up the worst of terrain and keeps you BONE dry."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Scott Conner, Jan 26, 1998

"These boots are superb! I bought my first pair in '95 and hiked about 800 miles on the AT. My partner wore a pair of Sundowners and complained of soggy feet and blisters often. I stayed dry and had NO blisters. After putting over a thousand miles on that pair, just caught a sale and bought my second pair for $130! Can't wait for spring!"

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520 GTX
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Dec 24, 1997

"I have a fairly narrow foot, so finding the right boot was difficult, until I found Asolo. I knew I wanted a Gore-Tex liner and the 520 GTX was just what I was looking for. Fortunately for me, the color I was looking for (dark brown), wasn't going to be made again until spring."

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520 GTX
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Jul 03, 1997

"-Beautifully crafted Italian boot with Gore-Tex bootie

-Easy break in and good support, very comfortable

-Extremely waterproof and durable

-Good for 2 to 7 day backpacking trips

-Needs better footbeds though such as Spenco etc.

I have C width feet and am stuck between regular and narrow sized boots."

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Men's 520 GTX
Reviewed by Robert.Stank@..., Aug 28, 1996

"I've trashed a pair of Vasque leather boots in the Adirondacks in one season. So far these boots support and wear better than the Vasques. They are absolutely waterproof which is a real plus when you hike in Adirondack mud."

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520 GTX
Reviewed by overbey@..., Aug 16, 1996

"I hiked Isle Royal in these. Simply perfect. The best hiking boot there is."

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520 GTX
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Jun 10, 1996

"Great boots. Very comfortable, needed no break-in period. Very waterproof -- I crossed streams and even stepped in the Chesapeake Bay without even a drop seeping thru.

Great support -- my feet felt fine even after a 4-mile uphill hike with a pack! No blisters, either."

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