2024 the best backpacking boots review

Price: $172.02
(as of Dec 25, 2024 04:22:09 UTC - Details)

When wild places and unknown paths call, you need a backpacking shoe designed for adventures. With premium Nubuck leather, GORE-TEX protection and a higher cut, the QUEST ELEMENT GTX protects you from obstacles and the elements. While the lightweight construction and stabilizing chassis keep you agile at every step.
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 4.02 x 3.5 inches; 1.21 Pounds
Item model number ‏ : ‎ LG5640
Department ‏ : ‎ mens
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 23, 2020
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Salomon
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08P29NHG7
Reviewer: Steven
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Comfortable
Review: They fit true to size, and seem durable. I haven't had a chance to put them through the ringer yet but have done lots of standing for hours in them and some walking. I have flat feet and they didn't hurt *too* bad after. Tread and grip seem to be pretty decent on uneven and loose terrain.The ankle support style they have going is odd, they grip your ankles pretty firmly. I'm assuming over time it kind of stretches or loosens, but for now it is a bit uncomfortable.Breathability seems ok. I'm in Arizona but got these just as the triple digit weather ended, but I haven't felt like my feet were swimming. However the goretex is obvious as my feet were noticeably warm.Tldr, grippy, kinda warm, ankle support is incredibly smug, objectively breathable, also kind of funny color combo

Reviewer: Josiah Fowler
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Hiking boots
Review: A little big on fit. Not bad thought at all if you wear warm winter socks! The Gore Tex waterproofing and insulator, are as always, on point. No water leaks in snow or creek. Feet stayed warm, but not hot or sweaty. Perfect. They are by far the lightest hiking boots I’ve ever worn, and comfortable is an understatement! Definitely have recommended Solomon brand to family and friends. Great boots, and not as expensive as other “top shelf” winter hiking boots!

Reviewer: John R. Luke
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very comfortable boot!
Review: So far very comfortable and holding up to my expectations. Time will tell if these boots can make the grade or not.

Reviewer: Solarbug1
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Once the shoe fits, its great
Review: I have not been impressed with Solomon boots recently (2023). The quality has been suspect on almost every boot I've tried. But with these, my faith has finally been somewhat restored. These are by far the heaviest Salomon boot I've tried, but they are secure and comfortable after you break them in (but they do take a while to break in -- depending on how much hiking per week you do).

Reviewer: Nat Hallmark
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great boots overall! Could be more durable.
Review: I gave these boots five stars in spite of my criticism for their durability, because I'm not sure if any other boot would last this long. For context, I do boxing exercise in the morning, am on my feet all day for my job, frequently run five miles at the park, and also exercise at night. I have been wearing only these shoes for all of these activities. They also get soaked with sweat so every morning and night I have to use a boot dryer. I initially started using hiking boots for all my exercise, including running, because my coach said it would help relieve my knee pain, which it did. Unfortunately I am beating the absolutely crap out of these shoes, and after writing all this down, realize that it's a miracle they survived this long! 😂Also you can see where I used waxed thread for sewing leather to repair where the shoes have started coming apart. Same on the other boot. Also, worth noting I had this happen on my previous pair of Salomon boots that I used when I was at the Postal Service where I walked around all day (but didn't run or do exercise in them). That pair lasted significantly longer but ended up tearing in the exact same spots. However, the soles of the current pair still have a lot of life in them which is why I've repaired them.

Reviewer: John D Easterly
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Not water proof
Review: I work with water a lot. I work on pools. These boots have had yet to see the worst. And already gave up. There was some clear signs. Something was wrong. I continued my day and then it took a turn for the worst. At first, it felt like I had bubbles somewhere inside the shoe. I could feel them squirt and move around every time I took a step, but my foot was dry however, this was concerning. And then later, I was standing maybe one or 2 inches in a puddle working and my shoes filled with water. Water is not splashed on them. These have sustained no damage. I’ve had these three days of walking and working and they’re already useless.

Reviewer: Donnie J. Dennison
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I really like these. Good quality
Review: I wanted a good hiking boot to look at on the floor by my door that I wont use enough 😛 These fit great and feel really good. Love the way they look as well.My only isue is one of the shoelaces is shorter than the other so its harder to tie that one. Over all I love them. I only gave a 4 on comfort as I havent broken them in fully yet and my feel do hurt after wearing them for a while. Im thinking once I get used to them and they conform to my feet that should get better

Reviewer: HuntinDogs
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Jury is still out
Review: I think I was expecting something different. I’ve worn Solomon Speed Cross shoes for several years and I love the way they fit. These hikers? Not so much.The hikers have the same Ortholite insole as my runners, but they definitely don’t feel the same. The hikers are a lot stiffer, and yes, I get it that they’re hikers, but they just don’t feel like they wrap your foot in support like my runners do. The toe box is also really wide, which some will appreciate, but I find my toes moving around a lot, which will cause blisters.I have yet to take these out and give them a good walk, so I’ll update this review when I do. For now, I’m just not sure I love these.UPDATE:I just finished a week long archery elk hunt in Colorado, where these were my only footwear.Being the early season, I wanted a light, un-insulated boot that would hold up to the rigors of off-trail hiking over a variety of tough terrain. These boots met the challenge and then some!Over loose dirt, rock, vegetation, steep uphill, downhill, and side hill, these boots performed flawlessly. The ankle support was unreal and the traction was incredibly sure, even in wet and steep terrain.I didn’t love these boots at first but I do now.

Reviewer: JHA
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: 9 meses desde que las compre, las uso todos los días muy cómodas, no les entraba el agua a pesar de que el nivel en ocasiones era por encima del tobillo, muy recomendables

Reviewer: GERARDO VELAZQUEZ chavez
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Soy fan de Salomón y a pesar de que tengo unas Quest 4D esta botas es extremadamente segura y cómoda. Las uso en alta montana y son una maravilla. Marca que garantiza Calidad , seguridad y comodidad

Reviewer: Arturo r.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Suuuuuuper cómodas, agarran perfectamente los tobillos y son muy ligeras, hasta mi novia se mando comprar unas, recomendadas, el número viene exacto

Reviewer: Darwin Rico Zamora
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excelente producto y servicio! Me salió más baratas que en la página oficial de la marca

Reviewer: Pl
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Bon support, très léger et agréable à porter durant la journée. Très impressionné par son côté “waterproof”.Bonne adhérence sur différents terrain.