Vasque Sundowner MX2

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The Sundowner MX2 is a backpacking boot made by Vasque. It has an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5), based on 12 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Vasque Men's Sundowner MX2 GTX Boot (Fall 2005) An updated version of the classic Sundowner, the Sundowner MX2 GTX by Vasque, is mid-weight backpacking boot is most comfortable logging miles on the A.T., P.C.T., and Continental Divide trails. Thicker leather uppers and resilient polyurethane midsole provide comfort on extended journeys. Upper: 2.8mm Waterproof Smoothout Leather Insole: Trailweight Monoflex Midsole: Contoured PU Outsole: Skywalk Trekking High Carbon Rubber Lining: 3-Bar Knit Nylon Footbed: Tri-Wick Contoured Pegasus Winged Tongue Padded Collar Weight: 3lb. 1oz. (Size 9)"

From Sierra Trading Post:
"The MX2 takes the legendary Sundowner series one step further for an even sturdier, stabler and more comfortable boot. Contoured footbed and trailweight insole with steel shank offer load-bearing comfort, mile after mile. Knit nylon lining. Winged tongue. Polyurethane cushioned midsole. Skywalk(R) trekking outsole is a long lasting, durable sole with amazing traction. Nubuck and leather upper. Ht. 5 , 2 lb. 14 oz. pr. CLOSEOUTS . Italy."

From Massey's:
"An updated version of the classic Sundowner, this mid-weight backpacking boot is most comfortable logging miles on the A.T., P.C.T., and Continental Divide trails. Thicker leather uppers and resilient polyurethane midsole provde comfort on extended journeys. Upper: 2.8mm Waterproof Smoothout Leather Insole: Trailweight Monoflex Midsole: Contoured PU Plate: Outsole: Skywalk Trekking High Carbon Rubber Lining: 3-Bar Knit Nylon Footbed: Tri-Wick Contoured Other: Pegasus Winged Tongue; Padded Collar"

User Reviews

Men's Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by Pirateben, Jan 30, 2008

"Haven't yet taken these on the trail, as I was trying to make sure they were broken in first. (Stiff leather + long trip = hurts, too often. ) I got them to replace some worn-out, rather blah boots (Asolos?) and I'm very happy.

The break-in was taking forever until I bought round laces to replace the stock flat ones."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by Dj, Jan 14, 2006

"Best fit boots. But, they only lasted for six months. The Vibram soles parted from the midsoles after less than 60 km volcanos climb in Java island, Indonesia."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by R, Jan 10, 2006

"I owned a pair of Sundowner Classics for eight years and wore them nearly every day, They are a great boot. The MX2 on the other hand is a piece of garbage. They have begun to unravell after only nine months, and they are also uncomfortable and don't fit right. Stick to the Classic."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by ?, Sep 02, 2005

"First off. . . they should not call this a Sundowner anything. It's not the same boot at all. It's much bigger and chunkier than the normal Sundowner. It's not really a bad boot, it just doesn't compare or come close to the orginal Sundowner. I found the fit to be a little off, it didn't really fit like my old Sundowners."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by A. Avery, Jun 04, 2004

"The boots have been great--my feet never get wet or uncomfortable. Using liners and wool socks, I have never had any blisters or hotspots. They have been used for weekend backpack trips with the family for the last two years, meaning lower mileage, but a heavy pack."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by Brian, Feb 18, 2004

"I bought these boots as a replacement for my old Sundowners. All in all I like these boots. I have outlined my thoughts on the boots below:

Positives:
Good support
Good protection
Good looks

Negatives:
Long break in period (compared to Sundowners)
Minimal heal slippage unless I wear 2 pairs of socks
If the lace them tight, I will get a sore spot on the top of my foot

I did upgrade the insoles, first with a Spenco, and later with a green Superfeet insole."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Jan 12, 2004

"This will be my 4th pair of Vasques since 1988. My last boot was the original Sundowner which after a re-sole, I have used extensively for 12 years now! I recently bought the MX2. I have had them a few weeks and have put 80 miles or so on them.

They are clearly the best boot I have ever worn."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by Chuck Nelson, Dec 13, 2002

"I bought these after my Vasque Clarion GTX boots started wearing out (I love those boots and still use them for day hikes and light backpacks). I wanted to go to a full-leather boot and had heard great things about the original Sundowners. I've only used these boots on 2 backpacks and a few day hikes, so I can't put the final word in on them yet."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by Steve Hodges, Jul 31, 2000

"I bought these at the last minute (due to a small but well-known cult boot outfit screwing up my order) for a 5-day high-altitude Sierra Nevada backpacking trip. To my discriminating eyes, they looked like a "real" hiking boot, they were made in Italy, and Vasque has a pretty good reputation."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by M. Michaud, Mar 31, 2000

"i got these for $83 through Vasque's employee purchase program (had to wait 3 months, but it was worth it) and i have been pleasantly suprised by the boot. the fit and feel is almost the same as the old sundowner, but with the altered lace hook (the second one down is set in more) anchors the heel better."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by Ji Theriot, Jan 02, 2000

"Just to let all you guys know, Vasque has not quit production on the old model sundowner. The MX2 is a totaly new boot and not, as some people have suggested, a different colored SuperHiker. The SuperHiker is stiffer and taller than the Mx2 and doesn't have a Gore-Tex liner."

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Sundowner MX2
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Dec 24, 1999

"vasque went and put the super hiker in a sundowner color and called it a new boot. half the reason i get sundowners are for performance, other half is for distinctive look. certainly won't be getting these boots for reason #2. vasque has really betrayed the sundowner legacy with these things. will have to read reviews off the charts to even consider these."

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