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Summer hiking shoesPros: inexpensive, dries quickly, lightweight, protective but well ventilatedCons: not waterproof, little ankle support, mixed reviews for traction and durability87120942896012494556Low-cut shoeHighNo1 lb. 14 oz.Day hiking on trails, ultralight backpacking20NoLeather uppers with polyester mesh ventilation windows; rubber toe guardsPolyester for quick dryingNonmarking carbon rubber, multidirectional lugsYesM, WNoMediumMay run half-size smallChina1 yearDries fast, torsion stability shank, non-marking soleKeen -
Waterproof hiking shoesPros: gender-specific lasts, three widths, waterproof, lightweight, good support, comfortCons: slow to dry, wears out fast
not avail.8400541526273109569449Low-cut shoeLowSeamless Gore-Tex plus all-leather uppers1 lb. 14 oz.Wet weather use, day hiking on trails, ultralight backpacking, weekend backpacking20NoFull-grain nubuck leather uppersGore-TexN/AYesM,WYesMen: narrow, medium, wide; Women: narrow, mediumYes/may run smallSlovakia1 yearPU Monowrap Frame for lateral stability, perforated footbed to improve breathability, replacement insoles can be ordered. Also comes in a lighter trail running model.Lowa -
Budget light hiking bootsPros: good support, protection, can handle loads up to 30 poundsCons: not waterproof, only comes in medium width, not as breathable as some, runs a bit short
not avail.883444064575M7466M130Light hikerHighNo2 lb. 5 oz.Day hiking on trails, ultralight backpacking30NoSuede and mesh; rubber toe guardsN/AN/AYesM,WN/AWomen: Medium, wide; Men: Medium, wideNarrow; May run half-size smallN/AUnlimited satisfactionEVA midsole, reflective trim, heel and toe bumpersL.L.Bean -
Lightweight waterproof hiking bootsPros: gender-specific lasts, three widths, comfortable, lightweight, good ankle supportCons: some reports of leaks, takes a long time to dry, traction gets mixed reviews, may run small, narrow
not avail.88344406471110208658Light hikerMediumGore-Tex XCR2 lb. 9 oz.Day hiking on trails, ultralight backpacking and weekend backpacking40NoWaterproofed nubuck leather uppers with Airmesh nylon panelsSeam-sealed Gore-Tex XCRVibram ContactYesM,WYesMen: narrow, medium, wide. Women: narrow, medium, wideYesN/A1 yearEVA midsole, thermoplastic urethane midsole plateVasque -
Heavy-duty leather backpacking bootsPros: durable, comfortable, supportive, impeccable waterproofing, good traction, protects your footCons: heavy, break-in period, sometimes slips on wet rock
not avail.N/A0M2066Heavy-duty leather backpacking bootsLowGore-Tex XCR3 lb. 12 oz.Hiking, backpacking, heavy loads, long trips70-80YesFull-grain leatherGore-Tex liningVibramYesM,WN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A"Triple Power Structure" shock absorbing midsole, Asoflex thermoplastic insoles for stability and control, wicking nylon liningsAsolo -
Women's hiking bootsPros: comfortable, lightweight, waterproof, breathable, good support, tractionCons: mixed reviews for durability, medium width only, for women only
not avail.7904821699120M3453Women's-specificLowGore-Tex linerWomen's: 2 lbs., 8 oz.Hiking, light backpacking35 lbs.N/ASuede leatherGore-Tex/nylonAsolo SyncroYesWomen's onlyWomen's onlyMediumN/AN/AN/AWaterproof-breathable, women's only fit and last, short break-in period.Asolo
