User Review: Vasque Sundowner GTX

Vasque Sundowner GTX
Above: The current Sundowner GTX, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Rating: rated 4.5 of 5 stars
Use: long and heavy pack days
Break-in Period: 1-2 weeks
Price Paid: ~$190

I have had 3 pairs of Sundowners over the years. Yes, the Italian made boots lasted the longest in time. A pair I bought in 2002 lasted 1700 miles! I still have them to prove it. I wore that pair out on a AT thruhike in 2002.

The pros are that the boot is simple construction, durable soles, wide widths, and completely waterproof.

The cons are that the soles are not as grippy as the newer models and failure is usually in the front sole separation. Also the Chinese models seem to have an issue with the upper lace grommet sitting on your ankle bone. I fixed that with a Superfeet liner that is now in all my boots.

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Sundowner GTX at 5 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:
Sundowner GTX Backpacking Boot - Men's$125.97Buy Now
Sundowner GTX Backpacking Boot - Women's$125.97Buy Now

Moosejaw
Men's Sundowner GTX Shoe$180.00Buy Now

CampSaver.com
Vasque Sundowner GTX Boot - Mens$179.95Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor
Men's Sundowner GTX$179.95Buy Now

RockCreek
2 purchase options:
Sundowner Black GTX (Men's)$179.95Buy Now
Sundowner Brown GTX (Men's)$179.95Buy Now

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