A friend used this boot to walk the southern half of the AT. I bought a pair after mine wore out. They fit far better than any other I’ve tried. I especially like how the leg (and not the toe) absorbs the stress on descents. That will save me a few blisters. My only suggestion is to add a rubber bumper on the toe to protect the leather. I hike in rocky areas and the surface of the toe gets surface scratches.
This boot is very comfortable on the trail and looks great if you need to go some place after hiking. There is plenty of toe room and it fits great with a medium weight hiking sock.
Comfy, great boot! I hiked all day the first time I wore them and my feet did not hurt at all. I even walked through a river upstream of a waterfall and my feet never got wet. The only thing is the top of the boots on my leg needed some care of tying the laces and needed breaking-in time. They are even a fashion statement as I got many complements on the great looking boot...even in town!
These are excellent boots. I expected to have to "break them in" but they are comfortable right out of the box. Great support and traction but not heavy or bulky. Work for day hikes or overnights. Great looking too. Very happy with purchase they should last a long time as they appear to be very well made.
