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my one small complaint I have about my pair of these is the heel loop is still slightly too small in my opinion and has a thin lining fabric in the loop that has frayed a bit. that being said, ive had my pair for a few weeks now and am very happy with em. followed the size guide and the fit is great, comfortable immediately and better with some break in. your feet will stay warm probably well below freezing. easily the best winter shoe i've ever had, hopefully it lasts many winters
Would love to see more hiking boot/shoe reviews. Hikers seem to be the best all around 1 boot option for both work and play. Salomon X Ultra 3 was amazing and I wish Salomon would bring them back
I have tried a ton of hiking boots. I trashed my right ankle so I have to wear at least mids. After most of the major brands failed on me, I tried something different and have been pleased so far. It is a brand called Mishmi Takin. They are supposed to be made of high quality materials and feel that way. For lightweight waterproof model the Jampui is the one for me. For a mid-weight waterproof model it is the Kameng. Fairly unknown brand that my local outfitter started carrying. Love them so far. Would love to see you put both models through the ringer.
Lowa Camino GTX are my current go-to for hiking & snowshoeing down to around 20F. I beeswax them heavily so the leather doesn’t get wet and freeze when I’m snowshoeing. They’re heavy, but since just before I turned 18 I’ve been wearing combat boots or steel toes at least 5 days a week (I’m 55.) I’ll carry the extra weight for the durability & comfort. I’ve tried Keen, Oboz, and Salewa hiking shoes and while they did well I just find leather boots more comfortable and durable. And as far as comfort, they feel like they have inflatable air bladders that contour completely to my feet. All I had to do was find the best insole for my flat feet (FP Gamechangers.) I recently bought a pair of LL Bean Cresta all-leather GTX boots and they’re pretty comfy, too. I do like the design a little better, some people say they look dated but I call it a classic look. Winter is when I wear the most types of boots - Oboz Bridger 8” and Vasque Coldspark UltraDry (both 200g Thinsulate), Oboz Bridger 10” and Sorel Conquest (both 400g Thinsulate), and very rarely these days Asolo Alta Via GV. I haven’t worn the Oboz very much yet but when I did I found them warm and very comfortable with plenty of room to wiggle my toes with heavy socks on.
Based on several reviews, I went with the Salomon Ultra 4 GTX. They provide me pretty decent ankle support, while still being comfortable. Similar to the Keen's they have a Gore-Tex lining for waterproofness. One thing about Salomon is they started as a manufacturer of ski boots, and the Ultra 4 GTX has some of those elements in there providing lateral stability. They are very lightweight.
Ive had 3 pair of Salomon boots. All 3 either wore the bottom tread down to nothing or they delaminated. They do have a great Warranty department and if you save your receipts they'll replace them if such things do occur
I’m wearing the KEEN men’s Pyrenees this year in damp/wet conditions and so far I’m enjoying them. They’re mid-height and fully gusseted leather. They are on the heavy side in a 13 but they provide good abrasion resistance and sole protection for me.
My Keens are wide toe box as with a Munson design and substantial enough for good protection. To me waterproof is entirely bogus, and only ergonomics, and protection matter. I will never get these things very wet at all. . .period. I have boat shoes for very wet conditions. and a cheapo "barefoot" approach.
I have the same pair. The sole started to delaminate though. I contacted Keen and they were happy to send a code for a free replacement pair of my liking. So in case you're boots start to do the same make sure you contact them
The only boots I've ever owned (that are available in Australia) that didn't need a break in period have been my Salomon Quest 4D Forces 2 that I use for medic work, absolutely love them
Not had the forces version so that may change things, but the only let down with my Quest 4Ds was how little mileage I got out of the GoreTex lining. I think maybe 250-300 miles and the right one started leaking, which is apparently very common. Other than that, excellent boots, basically the closest thing you can get to wearing trainers but with lots of ankle support.
@@TheQuantumPotato I've not had any issues with the goretex in the forces, but they barely move on my feet when wearing them with my nice bamboo socks. Granted I'm not sure how far I've walked in them since purchasing them, so that may change over time.
I would really like to see more Western oriented hunting boots like Crispi, Kennetrek, salewa, La Sportiva, Lowa, Hanwag, Scarpa etc featured. Even though some of these brands aren’t hunting brands given the landscape for the western hunter like yourself they’re used quite often. Thanks!
Big fan of Crispi, Lowa, Schnees, and asolo. I’ve had good luck with Danner rim rock back when they were the issued combat hiker boots. Crispi Lapponias have been my go to “do most” hunting boots since the 2’s came out.
@@papalegba6796 Those are surplus prices, for a used pair,, they are unavailable for purchase new, and if you can find them at that price in your size. They are great boots, for hunting, hiking, etc, really well designed and built from the best leather and Vibram licensed soles. I've never used them but did try a pair on once, they are incredibly comfortable and easy to walk in for a high combat boot, or any boot, for that matter!
I have been cross country trekking through Scotland for the past thirty years, and these boots look not very good to me... Sorry. The *only* point I would give them is weight. On longer hikes, especially with a rucksack full of equipment, you need a watertight, sturdy boot which can hold your ankle even when you step on a loose rock with 40 pounds of equipment on your back. My goto boot is a fully leather lined Lowa Tibet. I had my first pair for around ten years of everyday use (yes, I always wore them...) and after trying out some other brands, am back to another pair for the past five years. Not using them as much as I used to, because I'm getting too old for that sh**, so they're still in absolutely great shape! And they're completely produced in Europe, not some cheap kids labor country. I would love to see what's inside them, but I guess they're a bit pricey and hard to get in the US...
Lowa is going to be my next boot, for sure. I’ve yet to try them, mainly because of what you mentioned, that price! But I know you get what you pay for, in the hiking boot world……generally
@@powers1776reset I hope you do and that your experience will equal mine! Just one thing to consider, because I fell for that, myself... Before you buy, specifically ask if the soles can be renewed. It's the part that gets worn out way before anything else, and Lowa doesn't have that option with every boot they offer. Especially on the "budget" (Ha, ha) end. After my first boots wore down, I didn't have the money at hand to replace them, so I bought a cheaper model (It was the renegade, if I remember correctly) and after I wore out the soles, was pretty miffed that they wouldn't give the option to resole them. Tried Meindl after that, which were also great, but had fabric interior, and to me, nothing beats leather in terms of durability. Happy trails!
@@Sleeping_Insomiac I have a couple pairs of LL Bean Cresta leather hiking boots and not being resoleable is the only thing I don’t like about them. Like Asolo, Lowa, and Salewa they’re made in Europe (1 pair from Italy and the other from Romania, I can’t tell the difference.) Unlike my Lowas they’re made with as few pieces of leather as possible, the entire upper minus the tongue is a single piece of leather, with a piece up the back of the heel and an ankle reinforcement below the cuff. The tongue is gusseted about 3/4” below the cuff so water getting in isn’t very likely short of full submersion.
A killer trail shoe that has some pretty cool shoe tech is the Saucony Peregrine. They protect the under side of your foot but still give you the foam for comfort, and even come in a waterproof variety. You should check them out as a lightweight low drop trail shoe.
I bought Salomon OUTPulse Mid GTXs last autumn just before we went to hike to Salla tunturi in Northern Finland. Walked on all kinds of terrain, wet, damp, rocks, mud and whatever. Never let a single drop of water in and Ive actually kept those as almost my daily shoes. Very comfortable, pretty nice looking (Orange) and wasnt that expensive either. Ive had bad habits of going about in shitty shoes, so I usually get ancle pain and my shoes get torn from the heel. But so far nothing on Salomons. Dont care for brand favoritism, but if something works Im willing to give a second go to a company.
My biggest issue with Keen was the outsole separating from the midsole, keen has a great warranty program but I turned in pair in a 6 month period 😮 it was great they replaced them for free but I needed a boot that wouldn't fall apart after a few weeks of wear. In the late 2000s I had a pair of Keen PCT boots they laster 2 years. Those days are gone
I think they changed the process of how the two layers of soles connect. Ive too had 2 pairs of Keens and both have delaminated. I'm now on my 3rd pair. If these ones delaminate I'm absolutely done buying keens. I'll look elsewhere for something that doesn't fail after only a few months.
I'm a big fan of keen. I had the Keen Pyraneese but the sole started delaminating after only 3 months of light use. I contacted them and they sent a code for a free replacement of my choosing on their website. So I ended up getting the Keen Targhee 2. These so far have been absolutely amazing but time will only tell. Keens warranty is hands down one of the best.
Keen is where I landed on my boot journey. Started with Thorogoods, hated the cramped toe box, tried moving into minimalist (barefoot) shoes, but I live on a farm and work on the railroad, so not realistic. Keen is the happy place.
Got a pair of LL Beans that are discontinued but are like the Alpine Trail leather model. Like the above, they have a really cushy Eva midsole with tacky rubber outsole. What stood out was that the fabric outer was almost seamless like some leather boots. Has a rubber rand at the toe. Has their own waterproof membrane plus primaloft insulation but never felt particularly too hot in the spring. Very comfortable, all day wear. I especially liked the seamless outer but it looks like the newer models have patches of nubuck for things to catch. The fabric is also coarse like these but didn't experience mud getting trapped.
I'd elect to get something like the Targhee. I have a very similar boot from Keen, which I have worn a lot of the time. I value the wide toe box for much the same reason that the Munson design was developed - the toes will splay out and widen during foot action during walking or running. The rest of the boot is more substantial so it PROTECTS my feet. Foot damage is really bad.
One boot I'd love to see you cut open from Keen is their Cincinnati model! Its probably one of their most popular work boots and a pair I personally own. Outside of their hefty weight, they're EXTREMELY comfortable, especially for a guy like me who stands on concrete for 8 hours a day and their build quality for the price is quite impressive (at least in my experience after owning them for almost a year at this point). For a wedge-sole moc-toe work boot in its price range (around $300 CAD), I've always wondered what they look like on the inside and I'm happy you're looking at Keen. I really hope you get to a pair of Cincinnatis sometime in the future!
Depending on the weather where I live (western Wyoming), I wear three different brands of hiking and hunting boots. Salomon, Keen and Oboz. I have a couple pairs of each, and they all serve their purpose well.
IMO that's not the right shoe for the job, at all. I hike in all leather (outer and inner) non-Goretex or similar old-fashioned mid-height or higher hiking boots by Hanwag (similar to Meindl and Lowe). Inn winter I use a fleece lined winter version of the same boot, with Vibram soles meant for grip on snow and ice. Even though the upper is thick nubuck leather they need virtually zero break-in, I'd take a new pair on a long hike or trek with no worries after wearing them for an hour or two. They make bunion and wide versions, various heights, also more modern hybrid/synthetic/leather versions, but I'm way happier with an all leather slightly heavier boot for the support and protection, and longevity. I've done the lightweight boot thing, in the end I prefer an all leather hiking shoe for hot days, short hikes in summer, and for a change from the boots. I walk 10km a day all year round in the mountains. I'd have to replace them after a few months if I stayed with the lightweight stuff. Unless you're trail running or have specific needs for a very light boot or shoe, it's not worth it in the long run.
Absolutely correct. I always preferred the full leather Lowa boots, and I didn't do mountains, but hiking 20km cross country through Scotland every day, fully equipped, would kill those plastic shoes in a heartbeat, I feel.
Agree. If You're hiking in the hills in all seasons, with a big pack, you need solid ankle support & a stiffer sole. Also good quality leather with a protective rand, or they'll be trashed in months. Something like the Scarpa Trek at an absolute minimum, though Meindl, Lowa, Zamberlan, Hanwag all make similar quality models.
I bought my pair of Lowa Camino GTX Sunday afternoon, went on a flat 2 mile hike in them Monday, and the following Saturday wore them up Mt Monroe, New Hampshire. Steep, rocky, and wet with rain on the way down, no blisters, feet stayed dry as a bone, and even more comfortable than my Fugitives had been. I want to get a leather-lined pair if they make them in wide.
@@philsmith2444 Nothing beats a leather lined boot for comfort, it's the mesh and hybrid bots that need the Gore-tex layer. A good leather boot just needs occasional treatment to stay very highly waterproof in almost any realistic hiking conditions.
@@adamr63I beeswax all my leather boots 2-4 times a year or whenever I notice the leather is starting to absorb water. This keeps them dry while winter hiking or snowshoeing in below-freezing temps, and my feet stay warm down to maybe 15F in uninsulated boots because there’s no absorbed water to freeze.
I love those boots. I bought them specifically for rainy days and easy hiking. And they fit the bill. I needed something waterproof for the rain and since I’m on my feet all day something comfortable. And for a bonus, hike on some local trails on the weekend.
I'd like to second the recommendation of the Vasque Sundowner. It's an excellent excellent boot well worth the money. It's a modified classic design. Lightweight, fairly rigid with minimal seams.
Please bring back the old format of your videos. The cut being shown AFTER you talk about the inside materials is killing me. Id much rather not see blurred images while you're actively explaining something. Dont get me wrong, I love your videos! Keep up the great work
could you do a video on whites ready to ship stichdown vs hand sewn ? i just got a pair of the ready to ships and i am curious of what the construction and quality difference between is between the two. thank you for all the work you do , youve helped tremendously in helping guide myself and thousands of others on our path of quality and pnw boots
I use the Salomon X Ultra 3 mid GTX? I think. Coming off using a 20+ year old pair of full leather Garmonts with Vibram outsole. Those things were sweet but they were overkill for 98.2% of my hikes which are 99% of the time with kids. I'm sad the garmonts were flooded but also happy I no longer feel obligated to wear them on day hikes. The x ultra 3s seem similar to these keens. Maybe slightly more sturdy.
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I bought a pair of those boots after watching this video and I can't be happier with them. I'm used to wide toebox low or no drop skating sneakers. This is the closest to that feeling I've experienced in hiking boots. So comfortable.
Looked into all these choices and went with my Meindl Guffert boots. 1 year on and going strong. Don't know why people don't review Meindl. Proper quality.
My go-to hiking boots have been Vasque Sundowners since 2018. I still have my first pair that I logged over 1,000 miles in. They are in dire need of a resole. I am on my second pair now. I have used Powerstep insoles in both pairs of boots because the insoles that come with them are terrible.
Hey rose anvil first of all I love your videos they are really informative and I'm glad you don't censor your opinion on products. Second ineed some help I'm a trail builder meaning I do alot of hiking in rough terrain and alot of manual labor I bought a pair of Ariat endeavors after watching one of your videos and they are great boots but from the type of work I do they've already started to wear out and fall apart after only a few months I was wondering if you could recommend me a pair of boots something heritage style with deep tread, a safety toe, they can't have a tall hell stack(I have lumbar issues), and I would definitely prefer if they could be repaired or atleast re souled thank your for making some of the best content on this platform
I'd be curious to see how the Jim Green AR8 boots would do. Personally my current choice is Garmont T8 Extreme (WP insulated). For warmer weather I still go with 8". Right now I'm still using Danner TFX GTX boots (discontinued). I wear either SofSole or Powerstep Pinnacle insoles in all my boots.
Great video as always! Before I took my personal dive into boot snobbery I wore keen Targhee 2’s for some time! I would love if you could review those, or the newer version! I feel they are an awesome value for the price, and one of the better cemented boots in my (limited) experience.
I have some White's that I've used for work for 8 years, but once they needed a rebuild, I bought some Keen Dovers and they've been great. I have the Keen Revel for my winter hikes in Colorado too. They make really nice boots for work or hiking.
I hunt Utah too, and other western states. I use Crispi Laponia’s (2nd gens). Pretty sure Crispi USA is in Lindon.. The Lapponia has a lot of features you mentioned. Early to general season I hunt basically alpine/subalpine. Even mule deer hunts I end up basically in a sheep country. Expedition/bivy style. For low desert early season I use Lowa zephyrs or a trail runner. I hate hot feet. All my hiking boots I use superfeet green or trailblazer to prevent my arch from sagging.
I've had a pair of Merrells for 10 years and I think they have a couple of years left in them. Obviously I don't wear them every day, but still, one pair of boots, 10 years.
@@greujutimberland pro? I bought just today a 500 bucks timberland heavy waterproof jacket, very heavy duty and hot stuff. Was regretting it all the way home but maybe you'd cheer me out? 🤣 It should last 10 years I hope
I go from wearing a logger boot for work to zero drop shoe to hike in a couple times a week before work with zero issues in my calves. It doesn’t take extensive preparation to get used to them.
I live in Colorado we get plenty of snow mud and rain. Never had a problem with keens, hiking use them for work. And there are plenty of higher ankle styles had them almost all of them throughout 10 years
I'm so disappointed in Keen. I got my first pair of boots a year ago and they were so damn comfortable I ordered a pair of their hiking shoes, also really comfortable. I wore them around town and both fell apart on me within six months. Didn't even do any hiking or camping in them. Since I bought them through a military discount program Keen told me to pound sand. Really sucks because their last is so perfect for my feet.
Ever considered making a full boot collection video? Similar to how sneaker TH-cams do. You could even milk it by doing so yearly and I think most of us would eat it up. Shoes too perhaps. I’ve also had shower thoughts about a new/used buy/sell/trade app for mid to higher end boots (like GOAT, StockX). It seems like Rose Anvil is in a great position to make something like that successful.
I spend 10-12 hours on my feet every day delivering the mail. I walk 10-14 miles a day and have tried many boots. My favorite so far are the Columbia Newton Ridge. Excellent comfort and I get decent life out of a pair. I am replacing them about every 6 months. Most other boots would only last me 3-4 months.
For light hiking in OR & WI, over the last 10 years, I've had great luck with: Danner Fort Lewis, Jim Green Rangers, & Alpine Design (Dick's house brand).
Jim green ar8. 8 inch upper, gusset to the top, grippy sole. Wide at front, not too high at the back. Leather lined Downside - not as breathable or easy to put on.
You gotta look at more hardcore hunting and winter boots. I'm in Montana and I want to get a real quality insulated boot. Need to start warm and dry. I like leather and all, but I am hunting in below zero weather with a bunch of snow. Help find the best bit for that.
I have these for hiking too, they have been crazy confortable. My main complaint is the the outsole isn't as grippy as some of my other boots, particularly the ones with Vibran soles
1) this model actually exist in a leather version 2) the folks that do barefoot hiking (or barefoot shoe hiking) are probably doing the barefoot thing full-time. I did it for about a season. Feet got really strong, but it made my workshoes unbearable because my feet behaved differently. I resorted back to mostly Salomon shoes (which has some of the similar qualities described in this video) Thank you for all the cutting. Really getting interested in the inside of footwear :)
I've got some keen hiking shoes. They aren't as well made as other boots that I've owned but they are extremely comfortable, hardly any break in period and a very wide toe box which I need. I paid £85 /100 usd. They have keen dry lining. If I get 3 or to 5 summers from them I'm very happy.
Not a bad boot, by far... But if you ever look for a replacement (and got the purse to foot the bill), try the Lowa Tibet LL. It's a quantum leap in quality and comfort, at least it was for me... It was my first ever trekking boot, then I switched for the renegade, now I'm back for the Tibet. Happy trails!
My alternative would be the La Sportiva Boulder Mid GTX...or how they are named now. My pair from 2012 is great, its like walking on clouds, litherally. I love them. Though I have to say they had a redesign/optimization, so I dont know if they are still THAT good. They are approach shoes/boots, made for the Alps. Did any kind of crazy stuff in them from MTB to via ferrata (E) and every thing in between. Dancing is a little difficult because of the enourmus grip🤣
I was really looking into these when they first drop. Gonna do that 12 to 15 hour hike in the Grand Canyon. I’ll drop an update in may to see how it goes.
Man, can you sneak in a weigh-in in your review format? some of those PNWs look like heavy bastards, would be nice to know the exact weight for any given pair.
I love KEEN, they're always so comfortable. However, I've been having bad luck with them lately. The waterproofing doesn't hold up long and they slowly fall apart. Their customer service is great though as they replaced them with little effort on my part. Unfortunately, the same happened with the replacement boots. I decided to just wear waterproof socks with them until they completely fall apart.
@@fmcdomerwaterproof is generally a bogus concept. You can encase your feet in complete isolation, but then your SWEAT will fill the shoe (this channel has a great video going over just this problem). The reason I like Keen is the wide toe box and the good protections (I will ONLY buy leather or mixed leather versions). But I will absolutely not try to beat these things up like crazy, because that's . . . .crazy.
@@crtune That's right, but I would expect my shoes to withstand repeated creek crossings without getting wet feet. I use leather lined Lowa boots and never had a problem...
I used to sell boots for a while, and it's been the same story with this brand. Keen, unfortunately, is not what it used to be. Keen boots (with the exception of the Durand and maybe a few others) are just cheaper-built nowadays.
I got the low top version these for a trip on the Superior Hiking Trail this past fall. After years of lugging around excessively beefy boots, it was nice to finally have something soft and light on my feet.
Ohh please try the Keen Pyrenees next, i bought a pair in 2020 and i'm totally in love with them. looks a lot like the same boot you have but it got fulll leather exterior :)
Please review new balance skate shoe, the Tiago 1010 is so comfortable and durable. Would love to see keen Newport h2, I’m gunna get keens for my toddler next hiking season. The wide toe box is what sold me
I personally use the X ULTRA 4 MID GORE-TEX. I know they are not the type of leather boot you usually tear down, but I think they have great performance in this arena. I would love to get your opinion to see if there are better things out there for upgrades.
i got a pair of S-karp boots pretty affordability and used them daily for almost 3 years, easy to clean never broke on me and they are made in romania (which is local to me, so supporting local industry)
Those are a bunch of negatives for your “best” hiking boot of the year. After seeing the materials, this boot seems incredibly overpriced. Any other recommendations? Is there a top 10 hiking boot video somewhere? Thanks. I’ve recently found your channels, and the videos are fascinating to me. Nice work.
Would you ever do a collab to try to create really great trailrunners? Or by their very nature of being lightweight and flexible basically mean they'll always be somewhat disposable?
Why can’t they have wide toe box with zero drop, but with a thicker sole? Wouldn’t that give the same benefits? How does a thin sole help? I always thought it was the wide toe box and the lack of drop that achieves the goals.
It's good to see you've moved away from your early position of heavy, all leather, very durable being good, and lightweight, synthetic being bad. I am though still rather surprised that you have gone for such a lightweight and all synthetic boot such as this and via recent videos seem to use a lot more modern footwear styles in your life than is reflected in your reviews where you lean towards heavy, traditional construction and materials. I have used synthetic boots and approach shoes in rockier and drier terrain where they make more sense if using trails or smoother rock, so understand why you use them. Personally for serious hiking I'd still be using leather hiking boots with a much deeper lug sole than these but I do live in a place with a much wetter climate and much more mud and bog to walk through.
Thanks. Personally, I would not get a mesh boot. Only leather for the reason you mentioned. I own Scarpa Gtx in leather for hiking. Also have Thursday and Merlin boots for daily use. This keen seems more like a high top waterproof sneaker. Not a boot.
I was looking for boots to serve a similar purpose and landed on Danner Mountain 600 Leaf w gore Tex and I think they avoid the issues you ran into about wet terrain and mud/sand getting stuck
Seeing as you helped design those Jim Green barefoot ARs, I'd be curious to see you decide how they hold up on one of these trips, and since you're not a super barefoot guy, what kind of foam insole you'd add on hikes where you don't want to get beat up.
Hello, could you please do La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II review? I bet those are mountain trail runners you've never came across. Built like a tank, yet still considered trail runner
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my one small complaint I have about my pair of these is the heel loop is still slightly too small in my opinion and has a thin lining fabric in the loop that has frayed a bit.
that being said, ive had my pair for a few weeks now and am very happy with em. followed the size guide and the fit is great, comfortable immediately and better with some break in. your feet will stay warm probably well below freezing. easily the best winter shoe i've ever had, hopefully it lasts many winters
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Would love to see more hiking boot/shoe reviews. Hikers seem to be the best all around 1 boot option for both work and play. Salomon X Ultra 3 was amazing and I wish Salomon would bring them back
I have tried a ton of hiking boots. I trashed my right ankle so I have to wear at least mids. After most of the major brands failed on me, I tried something different and have been pleased so far. It is a brand called Mishmi Takin. They are supposed to be made of high quality materials and feel that way. For lightweight waterproof model the Jampui is the one for me. For a mid-weight waterproof model it is the Kameng. Fairly unknown brand that my local outfitter started carrying. Love them so far. Would love to see you put both models through the ringer.
Lowa Camino GTX are my current go-to for hiking & snowshoeing down to around 20F. I beeswax them heavily so the leather doesn’t get wet and freeze when I’m snowshoeing. They’re heavy, but since just before I turned 18 I’ve been wearing combat boots or steel toes at least 5 days a week (I’m 55.) I’ll carry the extra weight for the durability & comfort. I’ve tried Keen, Oboz, and Salewa hiking shoes and while they did well I just find leather boots more comfortable and durable. And as far as comfort, they feel like they have inflatable air bladders that contour completely to my feet. All I had to do was find the best insole for my flat feet (FP Gamechangers.)
I recently bought a pair of LL Bean Cresta all-leather GTX boots and they’re pretty comfy, too. I do like the design a little better, some people say they look dated but I call it a classic look.
Winter is when I wear the most types of boots - Oboz Bridger 8” and Vasque Coldspark UltraDry (both 200g Thinsulate), Oboz Bridger 10” and Sorel Conquest (both 400g Thinsulate), and very rarely these days Asolo Alta Via GV. I haven’t worn the Oboz very much yet but when I did I found them warm and very comfortable with plenty of room to wiggle my toes with heavy socks on.
Oboz 💯
Based on several reviews, I went with the Salomon Ultra 4 GTX. They provide me pretty decent ankle support, while still being comfortable. Similar to the Keen's they have a Gore-Tex lining for waterproofness. One thing about Salomon is they started as a manufacturer of ski boots, and the Ultra 4 GTX has some of those elements in there providing lateral stability. They are very lightweight.
Ive had 3 pair of Salomon boots. All 3 either wore the bottom tread down to nothing or they delaminated. They do have a great Warranty department and if you save your receipts they'll replace them if such things do occur
I’m wearing the KEEN men’s Pyrenees this year in damp/wet conditions and so far I’m enjoying them. They’re mid-height and fully gusseted leather. They are on the heavy side in a 13 but they provide good abrasion resistance and sole protection for me.
My Keens are wide toe box as with a Munson design and substantial enough for good protection. To me waterproof is entirely bogus, and only ergonomics, and protection matter. I will never get these things very wet at all. . .period. I have boat shoes for very wet conditions. and a cheapo "barefoot" approach.
I have the same pair. The sole started to delaminate though. I contacted Keen and they were happy to send a code for a free replacement pair of my liking. So in case you're boots start to do the same make sure you contact them
The only boots I've ever owned (that are available in Australia) that didn't need a break in period have been my Salomon Quest 4D Forces 2 that I use for medic work, absolutely love them
Ive got the same that i use in general duties. Great boot
Not had the forces version so that may change things, but the only let down with my Quest 4Ds was how little mileage I got out of the GoreTex lining. I think maybe 250-300 miles and the right one started leaking, which is apparently very common. Other than that, excellent boots, basically the closest thing you can get to wearing trainers but with lots of ankle support.
@@TheQuantumPotato I got the non GoreTex lined version for the hot summer in Australia.
@@TheQuantumPotato I've not had any issues with the goretex in the forces, but they barely move on my feet when wearing them with my nice bamboo socks. Granted I'm not sure how far I've walked in them since purchasing them, so that may change over time.
@@je2338 sometimes I wish I bought the unlined ones, then there are times like the last month or so where I'm glad to have waterproof boots for work 😂
I would really like to see more Western oriented hunting boots like Crispi, Kennetrek, salewa, La Sportiva, Lowa, Hanwag, Scarpa etc featured. Even though some of these brands aren’t hunting brands given the landscape for the western hunter like yourself they’re used quite often. Thanks!
Swiss army boots, £40, last for ever.
Big fan of Crispi, Lowa, Schnees, and asolo. I’ve had good luck with Danner rim rock back when they were the issued combat hiker boots.
Crispi Lapponias have been my go to “do most” hunting boots since the 2’s came out.
@@papalegba6796 Those are surplus prices, for a used pair,, they are unavailable for purchase new, and if you can find them at that price in your size.
They are great boots, for hunting, hiking, etc, really well designed and built from the best leather and Vibram licensed soles. I've never used them but did try a pair on once, they are incredibly comfortable and easy to walk in for a high combat boot, or any boot, for that matter!
had a pair of salewa’s for about 5 years, no issues. still great for hiking
I have been cross country trekking through Scotland for the past thirty years, and these boots look not very good to me...
Sorry.
The *only* point I would give them is weight.
On longer hikes, especially with a rucksack full of equipment, you need a watertight, sturdy boot which can hold your ankle even when you step on a loose rock with 40 pounds of equipment on your back.
My goto boot is a fully leather lined Lowa Tibet.
I had my first pair for around ten years of everyday use (yes, I always wore them...) and after trying out some other brands, am back to another pair for the past five years.
Not using them as much as I used to, because I'm getting too old for that sh**, so they're still in absolutely great shape!
And they're completely produced in Europe, not some cheap kids labor country.
I would love to see what's inside them, but I guess they're a bit pricey and hard to get in the US...
Agree these look trash. I'd rather have a pair of Swiss army boots for £40, proper ankle support & last for ever.
I love my Lowa Camino GTX, they’re comfy, rugged, and handle rocks, mud, and snow equally well.
Lowa is going to be my next boot, for sure. I’ve yet to try them, mainly because of what you mentioned, that price! But I know you get what you pay for, in the hiking boot world……generally
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I hope you do and that your experience will equal mine!
Just one thing to consider, because I fell for that, myself...
Before you buy, specifically ask if the soles can be renewed.
It's the part that gets worn out way before anything else, and Lowa doesn't have that option with every boot they offer.
Especially on the "budget" (Ha, ha) end.
After my first boots wore down, I didn't have the money at hand to replace them, so I bought a cheaper model (It was the renegade, if I remember correctly) and after I wore out the soles, was pretty miffed that they wouldn't give the option to resole them.
Tried Meindl after that, which were also great, but had fabric interior, and to me, nothing beats leather in terms of durability.
Happy trails!
@@Sleeping_Insomiac I have a couple pairs of LL Bean Cresta leather hiking boots and not being resoleable is the only thing I don’t like about them. Like Asolo, Lowa, and Salewa they’re made in Europe (1 pair from Italy and the other from Romania, I can’t tell the difference.) Unlike my Lowas they’re made with as few pieces of leather as possible, the entire upper minus the tongue is a single piece of leather, with a piece up the back of the heel and an ankle reinforcement below the cuff. The tongue is gusseted about 3/4” below the cuff so water getting in isn’t very likely short of full submersion.
A killer trail shoe that has some pretty cool shoe tech is the Saucony Peregrine. They protect the under side of your foot but still give you the foam for comfort, and even come in a waterproof variety. You should check them out as a lightweight low drop trail shoe.
I bought Salomon OUTPulse Mid GTXs last autumn just before we went to hike to Salla tunturi in Northern Finland. Walked on all kinds of terrain, wet, damp, rocks, mud and whatever. Never let a single drop of water in and Ive actually kept those as almost my daily shoes. Very comfortable, pretty nice looking (Orange) and wasnt that expensive either.
Ive had bad habits of going about in shitty shoes, so I usually get ancle pain and my shoes get torn from the heel. But so far nothing on Salomons. Dont care for brand favoritism, but if something works Im willing to give a second go to a company.
My biggest issue with Keen was the outsole separating from the midsole, keen has a great warranty program but I turned in pair in a 6 month period 😮 it was great they replaced them for free but I needed a boot that wouldn't fall apart after a few weeks of wear. In the late 2000s I had a pair of Keen PCT boots they laster 2 years. Those days are gone
I think they changed the process of how the two layers of soles connect. Ive too had 2 pairs of Keens and both have delaminated. I'm now on my 3rd pair. If these ones delaminate I'm absolutely done buying keens. I'll look elsewhere for something that doesn't fail after only a few months.
I am spending too much time in youtube
Welcome to the club
Yeah, same
Me too….
That's not a thing.
Same, bruh
Why don't you wear gaiters/puttees. they help a lot with stuff getting into your boot
I'm a big fan of keen. I had the Keen Pyraneese but the sole started delaminating after only 3 months of light use. I contacted them and they sent a code for a free replacement of my choosing on their website. So I ended up getting the Keen Targhee 2. These so far have been absolutely amazing but time will only tell. Keens warranty is hands down one of the best.
Keen is where I landed on my boot journey. Started with Thorogoods, hated the cramped toe box, tried moving into minimalist (barefoot) shoes, but I live on a farm and work on the railroad, so not realistic. Keen is the happy place.
Got a pair of LL Beans that are discontinued but are like the Alpine Trail leather model.
Like the above, they have a really cushy Eva midsole with tacky rubber outsole.
What stood out was that the fabric outer was almost seamless like some leather boots. Has a rubber rand at the toe. Has their own waterproof membrane plus primaloft insulation but never felt particularly too hot in the spring.
Very comfortable, all day wear.
I especially liked the seamless outer but it looks like the newer models have patches of nubuck for things to catch. The fabric is also coarse like these but didn't experience mud getting trapped.
Have used Keens for years. The comfort and no breaking in makes up for everything.
I'd elect to get something like the Targhee. I have a very similar boot from Keen, which I have worn a lot of the time. I value the wide toe box for much the same reason that the Munson design was developed - the toes will splay out and widen during foot action during walking or running. The rest of the boot is more substantial so it PROTECTS my feet. Foot damage is really bad.
I miss the Keen Summit County, those gave the toes plenty of room as well.
I have been loyal to the targhee ii for over a decade but the quality has definitely gone downhill.
One boot I'd love to see you cut open from Keen is their Cincinnati model! Its probably one of their most popular work boots and a pair I personally own. Outside of their hefty weight, they're EXTREMELY comfortable, especially for a guy like me who stands on concrete for 8 hours a day and their build quality for the price is quite impressive (at least in my experience after owning them for almost a year at this point).
For a wedge-sole moc-toe work boot in its price range (around $300 CAD), I've always wondered what they look like on the inside and I'm happy you're looking at Keen. I really hope you get to a pair of Cincinnatis sometime in the future!
Depending on the weather where I live (western Wyoming), I wear three different brands of hiking and hunting boots. Salomon, Keen and Oboz. I have a couple pairs of each, and they all serve their purpose well.
IMO that's not the right shoe for the job, at all. I hike in all leather (outer and inner) non-Goretex or similar old-fashioned mid-height or higher hiking boots by Hanwag (similar to Meindl and Lowe). Inn winter I use a fleece lined winter version of the same boot, with Vibram soles meant for grip on snow and ice. Even though the upper is thick nubuck leather they need virtually zero break-in, I'd take a new pair on a long hike or trek with no worries after wearing them for an hour or two.
They make bunion and wide versions, various heights, also more modern hybrid/synthetic/leather versions, but I'm way happier with an all leather slightly heavier boot for the support and protection, and longevity. I've done the lightweight boot thing, in the end I prefer an all leather hiking shoe for hot days, short hikes in summer, and for a change from the boots.
I walk 10km a day all year round in the mountains. I'd have to replace them after a few months if I stayed with the lightweight stuff. Unless you're trail running or have specific needs for a very light boot or shoe, it's not worth it in the long run.
Absolutely correct.
I always preferred the full leather Lowa boots, and I didn't do mountains, but hiking 20km cross country through Scotland every day, fully equipped, would kill those plastic shoes in a heartbeat, I feel.
Agree. If You're hiking in the hills in all seasons, with a big pack, you need solid ankle support & a stiffer sole. Also good quality leather with a protective rand, or they'll be trashed in months. Something like the Scarpa Trek at an absolute minimum, though Meindl, Lowa, Zamberlan, Hanwag all make similar quality models.
I bought my pair of Lowa Camino GTX Sunday afternoon, went on a flat 2 mile hike in them Monday, and the following Saturday wore them up Mt Monroe, New Hampshire. Steep, rocky, and wet with rain on the way down, no blisters, feet stayed dry as a bone, and even more comfortable than my Fugitives had been. I want to get a leather-lined pair if they make them in wide.
@@philsmith2444 Nothing beats a leather lined boot for comfort, it's the mesh and hybrid bots that need the Gore-tex layer. A good leather boot just needs occasional treatment to stay very highly waterproof in almost any realistic hiking conditions.
@@adamr63I beeswax all my leather boots 2-4 times a year or whenever I notice the leather is starting to absorb water. This keeps them dry while winter hiking or snowshoeing in below-freezing temps, and my feet stay warm down to maybe 15F in uninsulated boots because there’s no absorbed water to freeze.
I love those boots. I bought them specifically for rainy days and easy hiking. And they fit the bill. I needed something waterproof for the rain and since I’m on my feet all day something comfortable. And for a bonus, hike on some local trails on the weekend.
I'd like to second the recommendation of the Vasque Sundowner. It's an excellent excellent boot well worth the money. It's a modified classic design. Lightweight, fairly rigid with minimal seams.
Please bring back the old format of your videos. The cut being shown AFTER you talk about the inside materials is killing me. Id much rather not see blurred images while you're actively explaining something. Dont get me wrong, I love your videos! Keep up the great work
could you do a video on whites ready to ship stichdown vs hand sewn ? i just got a pair of the ready to ships and i am curious of what the construction and quality difference between is between the two. thank you for all the work you do , youve helped tremendously in helping guide myself and thousands of others on our path of quality and pnw boots
I use the Salomon X Ultra 3 mid GTX? I think. Coming off using a 20+ year old pair of full leather Garmonts with Vibram outsole. Those things were sweet but they were overkill for 98.2% of my hikes which are 99% of the time with kids. I'm sad the garmonts were flooded but also happy I no longer feel obligated to wear them on day hikes.
The x ultra 3s seem similar to these keens. Maybe slightly more sturdy.
I bought a pair of those boots after watching this video and I can't be happier with them. I'm used to wide toebox low or no drop skating sneakers. This is the closest to that feeling I've experienced in hiking boots. So comfortable.
Looked into all these choices and went with my Meindl Guffert boots.
1 year on and going strong.
Don't know why people don't review Meindl.
Proper quality.
My go-to hiking boots have been Vasque Sundowners since 2018. I still have my first pair that I logged over 1,000 miles in. They are in dire need of a resole. I am on my second pair now. I have used Powerstep insoles in both pairs of boots because the insoles that come with them are terrible.
The right material for the right purpose.
I used keen evo nxis for work & there the most comfortable boots I’ve used. The first water prof boot that doesn’t wet my socks.
Hey rose anvil first of all I love your videos they are really informative and I'm glad you don't censor your opinion on products. Second ineed some help I'm a trail builder meaning I do alot of hiking in rough terrain and alot of manual labor I bought a pair of Ariat endeavors after watching one of your videos and they are great boots but from the type of work I do they've already started to wear out and fall apart after only a few months I was wondering if you could recommend me a pair of boots something heritage style with deep tread, a safety toe, they can't have a tall hell stack(I have lumbar issues), and I would definitely prefer if they could be repaired or atleast re souled thank your for making some of the best content on this platform
I'd be curious to see how the Jim Green AR8 boots would do. Personally my current choice is Garmont T8 Extreme (WP insulated). For warmer weather I still go with 8". Right now I'm still using Danner TFX GTX boots (discontinued). I wear either SofSole or Powerstep Pinnacle insoles in all my boots.
Great video as always!
Before I took my personal dive into boot snobbery I wore keen Targhee 2’s for some time! I would love if you could review those, or the newer version! I feel they are an awesome value for the price, and one of the better cemented boots in my (limited) experience.
I have some White's that I've used for work for 8 years, but once they needed a rebuild, I bought some Keen Dovers and they've been great. I have the Keen Revel for my winter hikes in Colorado too. They make really nice boots for work or hiking.
I hunt Utah too, and other western states.
I use Crispi Laponia’s (2nd gens). Pretty sure Crispi USA is in Lindon..
The Lapponia has a lot of features you mentioned. Early to general season I hunt basically alpine/subalpine. Even mule deer hunts I end up basically in a sheep country. Expedition/bivy style.
For low desert early season I use Lowa zephyrs or a trail runner. I hate hot feet.
All my hiking boots I use superfeet green or trailblazer to prevent my arch from sagging.
These are amazing. I wore these all of bow season here in Wisconsin. Immediately bought another pair
I like keen for light hiking but Salomon for my long distance and tough backpacking. Quests are my go to.
Nice. Love seeing the outdoor footwear. More hunting and hiking!
I've had a pair of Merrells for 10 years and I think they have a couple of years left in them. Obviously I don't wear them every day, but still, one pair of boots, 10 years.
Shit happens I had tim pros for 13 years before they finally died. 🤣
@@greujutimberland pro? I bought just today a 500 bucks timberland heavy waterproof jacket, very heavy duty and hot stuff. Was regretting it all the way home but maybe you'd cheer me out? 🤣 It should last 10 years I hope
Scarpa Terra GTX. Good grip, great support and stability, easy enough to clean.
I go from wearing a logger boot for work to zero drop shoe to hike in a couple times a week before work with zero issues in my calves. It doesn’t take extensive preparation to get used to them.
I got the Keen Targhee vented non-waterproof for warm weather hiking. Very comfortable.
I live in Colorado we get plenty of snow mud and rain. Never had a problem with keens, hiking use them for work. And there are plenty of higher ankle styles had them almost all of them throughout 10 years
Thanks for your thorough review. It helps. Those Keens semm to be a bit unstable, but nice boot anyway
I'm so disappointed in Keen. I got my first pair of boots a year ago and they were so damn comfortable I ordered a pair of their hiking shoes, also really comfortable. I wore them around town and both fell apart on me within six months. Didn't even do any hiking or camping in them. Since I bought them through a military discount program Keen told me to pound sand. Really sucks because their last is so perfect for my feet.
I love my KEEN Men's Nxis Speed Mid! Its dry very quick because it doesn't have a membrane inside! The best of my hiking shoes!
Ever considered making a full boot collection video? Similar to how sneaker TH-cams do. You could even milk it by doing so yearly and I think most of us would eat it up. Shoes too perhaps.
I’ve also had shower thoughts about a new/used buy/sell/trade app for mid to higher end boots (like GOAT, StockX). It seems like Rose Anvil is in a great position to make something like that successful.
I spend 10-12 hours on my feet every day delivering the mail. I walk 10-14 miles a day and have tried many boots. My favorite so far are the Columbia Newton Ridge. Excellent comfort and I get decent life out of a pair. I am replacing them about every 6 months. Most other boots would only last me 3-4 months.
I've only bought one pair of KEEN boots, I'd love a new pair but they just WON'T quit
For light hiking in OR & WI, over the last 10 years, I've had great luck with: Danner Fort Lewis, Jim Green Rangers, & Alpine Design (Dick's house brand).
Jim green ar8.
8 inch upper, gusset to the top, grippy sole. Wide at front, not too high at the back. Leather lined
Downside - not as breathable or easy to put on.
You gotta look at more hardcore hunting and winter boots. I'm in Montana and I want to get a real quality insulated boot. Need to start warm and dry. I like leather and all, but I am hunting in below zero weather with a bunch of snow. Help find the best bit for that.
Crispi, Oboz 8” Bridger, Kenetec
@@powers1776reset I’ll add the Oboz Bridger 10” insulated, it has 400g Thinsulate as opposed to 200g.
I have these for hiking too, they have been crazy confortable. My main complaint is the the outsole isn't as grippy as some of my other boots, particularly the ones with Vibran soles
1) this model actually exist in a leather version
2) the folks that do barefoot hiking (or barefoot shoe hiking) are probably doing the barefoot thing full-time. I did it for about a season. Feet got really strong, but it made my workshoes unbearable because my feet behaved differently.
I resorted back to mostly Salomon shoes (which has some of the similar qualities described in this video)
Thank you for all the cutting. Really getting interested in the inside of footwear :)
Please check out Silverado boots. Made by Abilene boot company. Based in Somerset PA. Claims to be USA made
I've got some keen hiking shoes. They aren't as well made as other boots that I've owned but they are extremely comfortable, hardly any break in period and a very wide toe box which I need. I paid £85 /100 usd. They have keen dry lining. If I get 3 or to 5 summers from them I'm very happy.
Lowa renegade.#1 ..gortex leather ...on off trail....mainly off ! Awsome
Not a bad boot, by far...
But if you ever look for a replacement (and got the purse to foot the bill), try the Lowa Tibet LL.
It's a quantum leap in quality and comfort, at least it was for me...
It was my first ever trekking boot, then I switched for the renegade, now I'm back for the Tibet.
Happy trails!
My alternative would be the La Sportiva Boulder Mid GTX...or how they are named now. My pair from 2012 is great, its like walking on clouds, litherally. I love them. Though I have to say they had a redesign/optimization, so I dont know if they are still THAT good.
They are approach shoes/boots, made for the Alps. Did any kind of crazy stuff in them from MTB to via ferrata (E) and every thing in between. Dancing is a little difficult because of the enourmus grip🤣
I was really looking into these when they first drop. Gonna do that 12 to 15 hour hike in the Grand Canyon. I’ll drop an update in may to see how it goes.
Man, can you sneak in a weigh-in in your review format? some of those PNWs look like heavy bastards, would be nice to know the exact weight for any given pair.
It'd be super awesome to see boots made in CANADA get some reviews! I'd love to see the Canada West Romeo's or their heritage series boots cut in half
It sounds like you have a Canadian accent when you say "boot" in this video. It makes me chuckle lol
I love KEEN, they're always so comfortable. However, I've been having bad luck with them lately. The waterproofing doesn't hold up long and they slowly fall apart. Their customer service is great though as they replaced them with little effort on my part. Unfortunately, the same happened with the replacement boots. I decided to just wear waterproof socks with them until they completely fall apart.
how can this guy say its is favorite when you got 2 that leaked
@@fmcdomerwaterproof is generally a bogus concept. You can encase your feet in complete isolation, but then your SWEAT will fill the shoe (this channel has a great video going over just this problem). The reason I like Keen is the wide toe box and the good protections (I will ONLY buy leather or mixed leather versions). But I will absolutely not try to beat these things up like crazy, because that's . . . .crazy.
@@crtune
That's right, but I would expect my shoes to withstand repeated creek crossings without getting wet feet.
I use leather lined Lowa boots and never had a problem...
I used to sell boots for a while, and it's been the same story with this brand. Keen, unfortunately, is not what it used to be. Keen boots (with the exception of the Durand and maybe a few others) are just cheaper-built nowadays.
@@Sleeping_Insomiac Creek crossings? Lol I could barely walk through some morning dew grass without my feet getting wet.
The video I’ve been waiting for! THANK YOU!!!!!
I got the low top version these for a trip on the Superior Hiking Trail this past fall. After years of lugging around excessively beefy boots, it was nice to finally have something soft and light on my feet.
That boot looks cool too. The toebox looks wide and comfy
Can you please cut some Lowa boots. Im interested about your opinion on those shoes.
Ohh please try the Keen Pyrenees next, i bought a pair in 2020 and i'm totally in love with them. looks a lot like the same boot you have but it got fulll leather exterior :)
Would like to see the Feldschuh schwer (austrian army boots)
Please review new balance skate shoe, the Tiago 1010 is so comfortable and durable. Would love to see keen Newport h2, I’m gunna get keens for my toddler next hiking season. The wide toe box is what sold me
I thought NB Kate shoes were a joke but they became some of my favorite skate shoes once I found some on sale.
I personally use the X ULTRA 4 MID GORE-TEX. I know they are not the type of leather boot you usually tear down, but I think they have great performance in this arena. I would love to get your opinion to see if there are better things out there for upgrades.
Salomon is definitely one of the best makers of modern hiking / trail running footwear.
Same
I noticed you haven’t done one on house slippers yet. I want house slippers that are warm, cushy, and last a lifetime. What do you wear?
“These f*ing collabs” in the intro 😂
i got a pair of S-karp boots pretty affordability and used them daily for almost 3 years, easy to clean never broke on me and they are made in romania (which is local to me, so supporting local industry)
Looks like a pretty decent boot.
My belt literally just arrived, tell the team thanks! I’ve never held a belt of real quality before.
I've had my eyes on the Keens, Vasque, and AKU boots at REI. I just haven't spent the time to try them on and make a decision.
It’s basically a high top sneaker that wants to be a boot.
You will like the Cloudrock hiking shoes by On Running. Very similar style to these
Looks good for flat pedal gravel biking in fall / winter.
I've been looking for a wide toebox winter boot with near to zero drop. I'd love a review of the winter version of this boot.
I love review channels but the problem is I end up buying shit I don’t need. Right now, I’m telling myself I might go hiking.
Those are a bunch of negatives for your “best” hiking boot of the year. After seeing the materials, this boot seems incredibly overpriced. Any other recommendations? Is there a top 10 hiking boot video somewhere? Thanks. I’ve recently found your channels, and the videos are fascinating to me. Nice work.
OBOZ are hands down the best hiker!
Would you ever do a collab to try to create really great trailrunners? Or by their very nature of being lightweight and flexible basically mean they'll always be somewhat disposable?
Why can’t they have wide toe box with zero drop, but with a thicker sole? Wouldn’t that give the same benefits? How does a thin sole help? I always thought it was the wide toe box and the lack of drop that achieves the goals.
Apparently it’s a lot about the contact with the ground, that trains your body to walk more naturally again
Take a look at TopoAthletic for this
Its funny you chose Muggs. Thats Chicago slang in the 90s. Them muggs tuff I like the colors. Or them muggs dirty though 😂
Hi. I love your videos. I would love to see a comparison of silicone based vs mink oil based waterproof treatment. Thanks
Love my Muggs 2.0
I prefer the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro Mid GTX
It's good to see you've moved away from your early position of heavy, all leather, very durable being good, and lightweight, synthetic being bad.
I am though still rather surprised that you have gone for such a lightweight and all synthetic boot such as this and via recent videos seem to use a lot more modern footwear styles in your life than is reflected in your reviews where you lean towards heavy, traditional construction and materials.
I have used synthetic boots and approach shoes in rockier and drier terrain where they make more sense if using trails or smoother rock, so understand why you use them.
Personally for serious hiking I'd still be using leather hiking boots with a much deeper lug sole than these but I do live in a place with a much wetter climate and much more mud and bog to walk through.
Check out the Goruck MacV-1 boots.
Everyone is experiencing the lugs on Keen hiking boots breaking off recently.
Thanks. Personally, I would not get a mesh boot. Only leather for the reason you mentioned. I own Scarpa Gtx in leather for hiking. Also have Thursday and Merlin boots for daily use. This keen seems more like a high top waterproof sneaker. Not a boot.
You just reminded me to run out and get a pair of Uggs. Gotta warm my tootsies up this winter.
I was looking for boots to serve a similar purpose and landed on Danner Mountain 600 Leaf w gore Tex and I think they avoid the issues you ran into about wet terrain and mud/sand getting stuck
Seeing as you helped design those Jim Green barefoot ARs, I'd be curious to see you decide how they hold up on one of these trips, and since you're not a super barefoot guy, what kind of foam insole you'd add on hikes where you don't want to get beat up.
Hello, could you please do La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II review? I bet those are mountain trail runners you've never came across. Built like a tank, yet still considered trail runner