Asolo AFX 535

Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Branden, Apr 21, 2005

"The only hiker I will ever own. The pair I am currently wearing is seven years old and has been worn extensively. The only problems I have had is to change the laces and treat them for waterproofness."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Dave Stutesman, Feb 18, 2004

"Great boots. Most comfortable boot I have ever owned, ONCE I replaced the cheap insoles with some good ones. I plan on buying another pair or having my old ones resoled. They are great."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Trey, Dec 09, 2003

"Hands down the best looking and performing boot I've ever owned for the price. These boots are perfect for someone that likes versatility in a boot. The shock absorbtion is awesome. When I longboard around town in the winter I prefer to wear my Asolos because the Vibram soles grip very well and my feet are well supported."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Dirk "Prospector", Jul 03, 1999

"I currently have 66 miles on these boots. Moderate to strenuous hiking on rocky trails. They are holding up great other than the factory insoles. They will be replaced soon. They fit and feel as well as any boot I have ever worn and I work in boots."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Paul Magnanti, Apr 08, 1999

"I wore a pair of these for over 1000 miles on the AT, and still use them now. They are very durable boots. The toe box is more narrow than what I was used to, and the tongue flares out a bit. But other than these two minor complaints, I would give a thumbs up to them. I use Sno-seal on my boots to good effect."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Jim, Oct 12, 1998

"I use these boots mainly hiking the White Mountains in N. H. As always I wear polypro liner socks with Smartwool or Thorlo hiking socks. The 535's are THE most comfortable hiking boots that my feet have slipped into. My feet feel great even after a hard 15 mile climb."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Dave Stratton, Jan 15, 1998

"Most comfortable boots I've ever owned, yet still heavy-duty enough for backpacking (in the Whites at least). A good coat of waterproofing makes them as good as rubber but the seam at the sole leaks a bit. I recomend replacing the laces with ones more durable. My original laces rotted out in rain and mud. FIts wide feet well."

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AFX 535
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Sep 20, 1997

"In the store they were very comfortable. They continued to be comfortable until they broke in. A few good points: very waterproof w/ adequate treatings (every 30 miles), very sturdy sole, good traction, nice looking, one-piece leather uppers.

A few bad points: too much room in the toe area, loses support in the ankle region, can't tighten down easily as Asolos w/pulley systems, too much tongue, unless you have really big and wide feet you need two pairs of hiking socks."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Mark Hannah, Aug 16, 1997

"Seam durability is the main problem. The reason that I'm returning these is that the seam that connects the piece of leather that contains the eyelets to the boots itself is coming apart. The seam is simply breaking and coming undone. The boots used to be extremely waterproof, but now water easily leaks in."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Chris, Jun 20, 1997

"I've hiked a bunch of miles in mine. Took a while to break in, but they feel great to me now. Still feel good to get off by the end of the day though. I ignored the waterproofing suggestions and used Sno-seal, that stuff is great. Haven't had any problems with durability. I recommend them."

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Men's AFX 535
Reviewed by Ian Gamble, May 23, 1997

I just took these boots back to the store. The inner sole footpad delaminated in only a couple of hours and was bunching up under my toes. And the thicker foam padding beneath the footpad began to crumble away. Pretty crummy for a $150 boot.

I will now get serious and purchase a pair of One Sport Moraines, which felt incredibly burly and comfy when I tried them on in the store after i took the junky Asolos back.

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AFX 535
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Oct 07, 1996

"You can probably guess I hate these boots. Avoid them at all costs. I had a pair for four weeks before the toes blew out. My friend had his 530's for six before his did. Then they came out withe the 535's so my other friend got them. They lasted him seven weeks before his toes came apart to."

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AFX 535
Reviewed by mr6494@..., May 17, 1996

"Don't let the weight or price fool you, they're awesome. I had a pair of Merrells that turned out to be garbage!!! Make sure you get a good silicone based waterproofer."

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