User Review: Garmont Eclipse XCR

Garmont Eclipse XCR
Above: The current Eclipse XCR, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Rating: rated 4 of 5 stars
Use: Rough trail with 25-pound pack; week+ hikes
Break-in Period: None
Weight: 30 ounces

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.

My biggest gripe is that, once wet, they take forever to dry given the Gore-tex lining. I love the lighter weight of these boots over traditional leather mid-tops, yet the toe rand can still hold up to rocks, unlike many trail runners. I may check out the new Garmont Nova version to see how that works (http://campmor.stores.yahoo.net/10348.html).

Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Eclipse XCR at 6 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$97.46Buy Now
Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe - Men's$116.96Buy Now

Backcountry Outlet
Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoe - Women's$97.46Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
Eclipse GTX XCR- Men's$99.95Buy Now

EMS
Eclipse XCR Hiking Shoes, Men's$120.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
2 purchase options:
Eclipse XCR - Women's$63.95Buy Now
Eclipse XCR Trail Hike Shoes$124.95Buy Now

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