Vasque Wasatch GTX

Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Terry Glase, Oct 15, 2009

"I purchased a pair of these boots in December 2007 and have worn them for somewhere around a thousand miles in the back country of western Montana.

Until recently I thought they were the greatest boots ever made. However, a week ago while checking my gear in preparation for a rather aggressive hike, I found that there was a catastrophic failure of the sole of the left boot: it had cracked completely across, making the boot unusable."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Western Hiker, Oct 06, 2009

"The fit people are complaining about...some boots don't fit some people's feet. Some of the reviews here make me shake my head. I've worn these boots extensively over the past summer. Several trips to the bush. They are a bit hot, but I didn't mind them to much and it was 33C+ on a few of my trips."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Marek Mitera, Jul 19, 2009

"Replaced 350$ Asolo (took my toenails off after 10Km ) with those. So far they have been in Australia (top of Uluru), Tasmania, New Zealand, Europe, Canada, USA.
5000Km + (walking) and so far score E X C E L E N T!!!!"

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Perry Clark, Apr 22, 2009

"I've had my Wasatch boots for a couple-plus years now, and I continue to use them regularly. They're not my only pair of hiking boots, and they see more use in winter than in summer because I find them too hot many times during the warmer seasons.

They are quite waterproof--the Gore-Tex liner works as advertised--but that barrier also makes them less breathable and hotter."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Cyber96, Apr 21, 2009

"Coming from the Asolo TPS 520 I didn't have high expectations. This boot was fairly cheap compared to other "all leather" boots and performs quite nicely with a 40lb pack on.

Positive points:
No break-in period
Toe guard
Good sole
Soft fit/feel

Poor points:
Leather is not full grain
Soft leather breaks down quicker

I applied some Nikwax to the boot, gave it a full grain leather look and feel."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Richard Welker, Oct 16, 2008

"I ordered these from Travel Country. They arrived soiled on the toe but even that was no problem. What was a problem was that the stitching was in some places so loose that you could stick a small finish nail under it. In other places on the toe the stitching was clearly doubled over."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Gary Grix, Sep 27, 2008

"After sixty miles of trails either they're not broken or my feet aren't broken in.

Still get severe blisters on both heels in spite of two pairs of socks and moleskin. It's like lacing a cheese grater to my heels.

I'm not impressed with this boot. It is nowhere near the comfort of my now defunct Sundowners."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by whancock, Aug 08, 2008

"The only thing positive I can say about these boots is there is no break-in period. I have had mine for just over a year. I am sad to report that they are already shot: the leather is decomposing (I think it is belly leather) to the point of holiness; the soles are peeling off in chunks; the rubber on the toes is separating from the leather."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Wolf, Jun 18, 2008

"Wow! I am so glad I bought these boots. Broke them in about 2 weeks walking on trails near my house. Couple weeks later I went on a 78 mile trek through the Rockies. They were almost flawless. Sturdy when walking on the rocks, great ankle support going uphill, and great with withstanding moisture."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by McKinley, Jun 04, 2008

"These boots are a moderate weight all leather boot with good breathability and waterproof Gore-tex inside.

The durability seems well and the toe is covered with a robber to prevent kicking and tearing into the leather when walking (as toes take a huge impact)."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Nick Polato, May 28, 2008

"My pair felt fine in the store, but gave me brutal heel blisters for the first several hikes. I tried every sort of insole or heel pad I could find to no avail. The heels of these things are just incredibly stiff!

I've never had a pair of boots that took so long to break in."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Kby, Mar 30, 2008

I really like these boots. Wore them right out of the box on a 17 mile day hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains in rain and dense fog; they worked flawlessly, including crossing streams and wet rocks; feet stayed dry with no blisters or hot spots; this was helped by wearing Thorlos winter backpacking sock; this was my second pair of these boots; had about 500 miles on them and the vibram sole broke all the across the ball of my foot on the left shoe; Great Outdoor Provision Company replaced them without question.

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by KB, Feb 24, 2008

"Great boot, short break in time very comfortable. Their versatility is the best feature. Warm and waterproof, great to wear for hours. I have gone 3 days without taking them off.

This comfort is their downfall as well. They become slightly unstable when carrying over 60 lbs. But I only noticed it slightly. Overall a great boot."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Julie Nichols, Dec 11, 2007

"I bought this boot because I needed a heavy duty boot that would hold up to carrying a heavy pack for several days. I have a wide foot so I bought the men's instead of a women's. I love the way the width and the toe box area fits.

Unfortunately, I just can't get past the heel blister stage."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by B. Burkholder, Nov 30, 2007

"Overview -
Good boots, but serious durability issues with the leather currently used in this model. Not recommended for off-trail use or for extended backpacking trips.

Background
Bought these boots in May 2006, used them extensively over two summers for work and play in the northern Rockies."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Dane Hallberg, Aug 19, 2007

"Pay no mind to reviews less than 4 stars. I've done over 1,000 miles in the past 2 years, by far the best boot I've owned. Most comfortable, ease of maintenance, and didn't break the bank. I now wear them to work, hike, even wear them to watch the ball games. I wear these things everywhere!!"

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by howler, Aug 02, 2007

"I don't understand the bad ratings. I have worn Vasque, Lowa, Asolo, and Montrail boots. Vasque always works for me. These boots required very little break in time. . . . just a couple days wearing them at work then off to the trails. Whether I am on rocky trails, climbing extremely steeps ascents and coming down crazy descents, wading through snowmelt, or kicking steps in snow slopes, these boots do it all."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by mscott, Jul 08, 2007

"I somehow don't get the reviews. I purchased these after trying on several other comparable boots. Put them through the incline tests at REI. Broke them in as best I could. Went on a 4 mile hike in them last week. Lots of ups and downs. Couldn't be more pleased; very comfortable overall."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Bart Dee, May 08, 2007

"I had high expectations for these shoes. Bought them at an REI store. I started wearing them during the winter on light walks, trying to break them in. I tried to hike in them last weekend (a two mile hike) and my toes were killing me. . . extremely sore."

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Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Cameron Amiri, Apr 20, 2007

"This is an overall good boot. I've used them extensively for the last 4 months. I go to an outdoorsy school. . . we hike on a consistent basis every week in the mountains and hike up trails to get to classes, etc. These boots are very good with the waterproofing."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Jack The Tripper, Apr 10, 2007

"This is my first pair of Vasques and so far I am relatively pleased. Tried them on in the store and loved the feel: snug but not tight. Ended up buying a pair online for a terrific price, but the fit just isn't quite as good as the pair at the store."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Disappointed, Feb 05, 2007

"Heard good reviews about this boot. Felt good when trying them on in the store, but when I got them home and started breaking them in and around the house, I noticed the left shoe was much tighter and heal pressure was greater. The volume in the left shoe was smaller and had at 1/4 inch less leather over the fore foot."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Dire-Wolf, Feb 04, 2007

"I have to agree with vince on some aspects of his review. I just bought the boots the other day and was surprised to find out that I was fitted for a narrow in this boot and in any other boot or shoe I wear a Medium D width.

I was a bit appalled to find that Vasque had started producing their boots in China."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Eric, Oct 29, 2006

"Let me begin by saying these are very good boots – once they are broke in. I wore mine around town for a few days especially in the late afternoons when I have ran my three miles and my feet were nice wet and swollen. Then did the day hikes close to the house a couple of times, but when in was time they came through like champions."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by C David Tabor, Oct 18, 2006

"Also surprised by the bad reviews. These boots are pretty amazing in my book. I broke them in for about a week or so around school and walking around town. Then I took them out for a 20-mile hike on the Massachusetts AT and they did great.

Two weeks later I did a 25-mile, 2-day, 1-night in New Hampshire during a rain shower."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by ChicagolandRon, Sep 28, 2006

"Surprised by the bad reviews. I broke these boots in for one week at work and went out on a five-day, four-night loop in the Porcupine Mountains. Two weeks later I did a three-day, two-night trip in the Trap Hills (UP of Mi). No blisters or discomfort at all."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by bajeffries, Sep 27, 2006

"I broke these boots for two weeks in advance of an overnight, but difficult hike through virgin forest in the early fall. These boots were totally useless. I got blisters on both heels within the first two miles (which included an immediate 1200 foot elevation gain) and the outsoles were treacherous."

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Men's Wasatch GTX
Reviewed by Vince, Jun 18, 2006

"In October of 2005, I purchased my first pair of Wasatch GTX boots. I wore them for two weeks to break them in and then took them on an overnight backpacking trip. All seemed fine until March of 2006 when I noticed that the sole on the left boot was starting to delaminate."

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