Merrell Men's Erie Mid Wp Hiking Boot

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Merrell sticky rubber outsole tunes each outsole with durable traction that grips when and where you need it.

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Thanks to Gore-Tex Surround membranes, these hiking boots truly stand apart from the rest due to their unbeatable waterproofing. Thick ankle padding and soles, coupled with rugged toe caps, make for an impressive hiker when the going gets rough. And if the first few pairs you try on don’t feel secure and supportive on your feet, we urge you to try more.Though the boot favors those with a wide foot, an aftermarket insole can be a game-changer for those who prefer a narrow fit. After we took a 6-mile hike on rooted ground, our feet were aching, which suggested that the boots offered limited underfoot support. We found this boot to be much more flexible and far less rigid than the Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX, so we recommend sticking to well-maintained trails rather than forging your own path through burly and aggressive off-trail terrain.

Over seven years, we’ve worn 55 pairs of hiking boots while trekking more than 1,400 miles and taking some 2 million steps across all types of terrain. The Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX is impressively comfortable but has a more streamlined, sleek profile conducive to hiking through talus and alpine terrain. Boots that received the highest scores in traction were able to stick to rocks and talus, handle themselves in wet and muddy conditions, and protect the foot from debris. Though the name-brand components have proven very effective in our tests, we've also been thoroughly impressed with most brands' proprietary waterproof liners and outsoles.It's important to realize that waterproof liners can also increase the time required for the boots to fully dry, especially if they end up wet on the inside. The ankle cuff is padded without adding bulk, and the lacing system latches twice over the ankle for maximum stability.

The Keen Targhee III Mid delivers the protection of a leather boot while having enough mesh to remain breathable, which sets it apart from other fully leather models in this review. While the 0mm drop Balanced Cushioning of the Lone Peak can take some getting used to, the Altra EGO midsole achieves the responsiveness of a trail running shoe with the support and stability of a hiking boot. Tread patterns that have spaced lugs in variable patterns manage dirt, sand, mud, and snow by pushing them out from the bottom of the shoe. Keen Zionic Hiking Boots ( men’s and women’s): Keen’s newest hiking boots feel—and look—like running shoes with ankle support, but the light weight comes at the cost of underfoot support.The Hoka Trail Code boots are similarly flexible and light, but they are more pillowy underfoot; choose the Breeze boots if you prefer being able to feel the ground. The Salomon X Ultra 4 Mid Gore-tex has plenty of room in the forefoot for wide-footed hikers, as well. Since 2017, we’ve considered over 200 pairs of boots, tested 55 pairs, and spoken with many experts about the most important qualities to look for. The lacing system locked our heels in place, too, and the tongue came up high enough to prevent dirt from entering.