User Review: Hi-Tec Altitude II

Hi-Tec Altitude II
Above: The current Altitude II, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed March 5, 2006 by an anonymous hiker

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Price Paid: $70

These are EXCELLENT boots for the money. I bought them for a hike up Mount Washington's Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail, which is a very rough and rocky trail with a number of stream crossings, and these boots handled the trip without a problem. The waterproofing is as advertised. While some others in my group ended up with wet feet, my toes were nice and dry. I didn't have any issues with the grip of the soles while scrambling over rocks and boulders, and I didn't have a single blister. I like the fact that the boots are lightweight, so I didn't feel like I was hiking with weights attached to me feet. However, the ankle support was excellent, even with a 30 pound pack.

My only minor complaint was that I found that the arch support wasn't good for my feet, so I ended up swapping out the insoles for a pair of Spencos. However, I have "problem" feet, so I am a little more picky than the average person.

I would definitely recommend trying them on in a store first, since boots are such a personal thing. Also, you definitely have to break them in with a few short hikes, although the leather is rather supple so you really don't have to break them in too much. Overall, these boots are definitely worth a look, especially at the price.

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