Garmont Eclipse XCR

Garmont Eclipse XCR

Average Rating: rated 3.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 4 Trailspace users

Description

The Eclipse XCR is a trail shoe made by Garmont. It has an average rating of 3 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Garmont Men's Eclipse XCR Shoe (Fall 2007) - 2007 Reader's Choice - Blue Ridge Outdoors The Men's Eclipse XCR Shoe by Garmont is for hiking and off-trail adventuring. Features Waterproof/breathable Gore-Tex XCR upper Polyurethane midsole for durability and all day comfort G3+ Spine - stable with smooth gait Outside Magazine 2005 Gear of the Year Backpacker Magazine says, For big-load backpacking, this burly shoe is the best choice. - June 2006 Specifications Upper: Suede+ Mesh Lining: Gore-Tex XCR Structure: G3+ Insole: TPU Midsole: Polyurethane Weight: 480 (1/2 pr. Men s 8.5) Weight: 17 oz."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Eclipse is comfortable and supportive for day hikes, light overnights, and casual wear. The nubuk control straps at the ball of the foot and instep support the foot. Gore® XCR™ keeps feet dry. Available In: Dark Forest Features Waterproof/breathable Gore-Tex XCR upper Polyurethane midsole for durability and all day comfort G3+ Spine - stable with smooth gait Outside Magazine 2005 Gear of the Year Backpacker Magazine says, “For big-load backpacking, this burly shoe is the best choice.” - June 2006 OMC Shoe Buyer says: The Eclipse is a burly low cut hiker. The stiff torsional resistance makes this a top choice low cut backpacking shoe. No wonder Outside Magazine chose it as it's 2005 Gear of the Year."

From Backcountry.com:
"Slip into a winner when you tie on the Garmont Men's Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe winner of Outside Magazine's 2005 Gear of the Year Award. This day hiking shoe promises to keep your foot as dry as a bone with the waterproof breathable Gore-Tex XCR insert. If your foot is the thing creating the wetness, and not the weather, Garmont's QDS lining wicks sweat, which wards of hot spots and blisters. A grippy Vibram sole sticks to slippery rocks and muddy trails."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"If you've often wished that your heavy hiking boots felt as comfortable as your running shoes, then it's time you tried the Garmont Men's Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe. While the G3 Spine midsole offers excellent underfoot stability, it's also designed to provide a smooth gait, with easy forefoot flex. This gives it a feel similar to a running shoe yet the Vibram outsole adds a dimension of toughness that makes the Garmont Men's Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe feel secure on uneven paths, whether rocky or muddy. The tread pattern has forefoot lugs that are oriented rearward for ascent, and pointed forward in the heel area for confident descent. And speaking of muddy conditions, a waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex XCR upper keeps the feet dry when forced to dodge puddles on a rainforest trail. Garmont's innovative Anatomically Directed Design also contributes to the Men's Eclipse Hiking Shoe's all-day comfort. This series of features includes asymmetrical forefoot lacing that crosses the shoe at an angle similar to the foot's natural forward flex, and a roomier toe box that's specifically meant to eliminate any constriction of the big toe. Carving out a little more room here improves stability, comfort, and propulsion."

User Reviews

rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Eclipse XCR
Reviewed by Blue Mule, Apr 14, 2008

"I am a big fan of Garmont shoes. I am generally pleased with this model. After about 6 months I was getting a 'squeak' in one sole from what I'd guess is initial separation. I RMA'd them to Garmont USA and they sent back a brand new pair, no questions asked. The new ones seem fine and I have experienced no issues going forward."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Eclipse XCR
Reviewed by Kerosene, Mar 15, 2007

"Unlike the previous reviewers, I have not had any problems with the quality of these boots. I purchased them in 2004 and have used them on 3 annual 100+ mile Appalachian Trail section hikes. They fit my feet quite well, although I had to replace the insoles with orthotics to accommodate my higher arches."

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rated 2 of 5 stars Men's Eclipse XCR
Reviewed by Tom, Sep 05, 2006

"Like the other review, the shoe was great at first. After about 11 months the shoe started to fall apart. Now after one year I have a crack in the sole of each shoe running from the ball of my foot across. I can only use them for yard work."

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rated 1 of 5 stars Men's Eclipse XCR
Reviewed by Damian, Apr 17, 2006

"Initially I was quite taken by this shoe - it fit from the start and was well suited to day hiking. After one year of use, however, the soles fell off and there is no way of replacing it. Garmont told me that they could not supply new soles, and that a repair in any case would cost more than a new pair."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Eclipse XCR at 5 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw
2 purchase options:
Men's Eclipse XCR Shoe (Fall 2007) - 2007 Reader's Choice - Blue Ridge Outdoors$90.96Buy Now
Women's Eclipse XCR Shoe (Fall 2007) - 2007 Reader's Choice - Blue Ridge Outdoors$90.96Buy Now

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:
Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe - Women's$77.97Buy Now
Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe - Men's$116.96Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
4 purchase options:
Men's Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe$119.95Buy Now
Women's Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe$119.95Buy Now
Men's Eclipse lll XCR Hiking Shoe$124.95Buy Now
Women's Eclipse lll XCR Hiking Shoe$124.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
Eclipse XCR- Men's$124.95Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
Eclipse XCR - Women's$89.95Buy Now

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