Hiking Boots

Recent Hiking Boot Reviews

Hi-Tec Ravus Vent Mid WP

Affordable, but you get what you pay for I bought these as my first hiking boot last year when deciding to start doing long distance hikes through more technical terrain, I wanted an inexpensive option to start with while deciding if long distance hiking was for me.   I made the rookie error of trusting the size and bought online without trying them on and worked out quickly they run a little small (UK 10) and also somewhat narrow and while most of the time they were fine on occasions, when my… Full review

Scarpa Terra GTX

Can't think of any reason not to give these boots 5 stars. These are a lightweight backpacking boot. Admittedly, I haven't used them as much as my SLs  because I've been overweight and needed the extra support with a backpack. I'm a lot slimmer now and using the Terras and have to say, I love them! They are everything my SLs are but lighter and more nimble on the trail. Barring a 40+ pound. pack, these are my go-to boots now. I really love walking in them. Just this morning I was off trail bushwhacking… Full review

Ozark Trail Hikers

These boots are ok until they are not. Mine had the sole come loose on BOTH boots.  This never happens at home when you put the boots on.  First thing is you notice a sound like someone is following you...it gets worse and then you may stumble if the sole peels way back.  I had Rocky Boots do the same thing.  From now on I will never buy a pair of boots without the sole STITCHED on. Full review

Keen Pyrenees

The first pair I had lasted 4 years. The second pair didn't last 6 months. Full review

Hoka Kaha GTX

Huge chunk of the sole fell off after very light use. Only support is to mail them back at my cost to be evaluated - either spend another chunk of money to be without hiking boots for a month or bite the bullet and buy a pair from a manufacturer with better build quality and customer support. Full review

Keen Terradora II Waterproof Boot

Very disappointed! A great comfortable boot but it is NOT waterproof!! I bought in February and six months later they are letting water in from just walking in wet grass! I've sprayed with waterproofer but still get wet sox! I've contacted Keen but they say post them back (what to Canada from Australia??). I would recommend looking at another brand that IS waterproof. It's a shame because I really find the boot very comfortable and it supports my feet well. But one needs waterproof shoes when walking… Full review

La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX

I own/wore two pair on the Appalachian Trail and have zero complaints for the La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX. The Vibram tread holds up well and self-cleans mud/debris. Spectacular traction on wet rocks and smooth surfaces.           Fit: My custom orthotics added a huge plus to the comfort of the shoe for long distance hiking. Support: The design of the tread allows one to negotiate rocky terrain and not create pinpoint stabbing to your heel, arch, and toe box. Temp Control: With the proper… Full review

La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX

Too narrow, 12 wide did not fit. Normally wear 12 or 12 wide. Narrow heel. Emailed La Sportiva they told me their wide in this shoe (and the Raptor BTW) is only wide in the toe box area. Since La Sportiva have a reputation for being narrow I figured they might fit my narrow heel wide toe foot. But there are issues. Most mondopoint 12 hiking boots are 29.5; La Sportiva is less than 29.5; So La Sportiva is definitely smaller if you go by USA size. 12.5 USA is bigger than 29.5 But I was getting a… Full review

Oboz Bridger Mid Waterproof

Best backpacking boot yet. 12 wide fits me perfectly. Which means might not fit you because I have an unusual foot. FYI, Asics running shoe in a 12 wide also fit me great. These are supportive boots, which I need cause I have ankle issues past. Very comfortable, stock footbed works well. The laces do slip, fixed with new laces, I like 63-inch Deleles but might get by with 59-inch. Use Nikwax spray for the leather. No issues with moisture or water or heat. Here is why these are great boots. They… Full review