User Review: Vasque Sundowner (1995)

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

Reviewed July 25, 1997 by Jon Price

Rating:
Materials: Full Leather
Use: Med
Break-in Period: 2 weeks
Weight: 210
Price Paid: $190

I purchased my first pair in 1995, I still wear that pair of Sundowners almost every day. On the other days I'm wearing the Eclipses. I have backpacked in Colorado, Missouri, and Arkansas. These are the most comfortable boots I have ever owned. With the full Gore-Tex bootie, the only time my feet have gotten wet is when water has come in from the top. I will admit that after a long day my feet are kinda sweaty. They do scuff pretty easily but with regular sealings, and polish that sill look brand new. I wear the Eclipses every day in my profession as a paramedic, the soles wear quite a bit faster on the pavement, but that's to be expected. I will be replacing them with another pair if they ever wear out!!!!