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Tools, Lubes & Accessories | Home » » » Merrell Men's Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR | | | | | | | Description: | | The mid-height version of Merrell’s Moab hiking boot hits the trails head-on with the Aegis antimicrobial-treated GORE-TEX lining and a GORE-TEX constructed leather-reinforced breathable mesh upper. Merrell Air Cushion in the midsole gives you a comfortable ride, while the Vibram Multi-Sport Plus sole increases braking power at the heel for more demanding terrain. | | | Product Details: | | | Package Length:
| 12.0 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.0 inches | | Package Height:
| 4.0 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.0 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 9 reviews |
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44 of 44 found the following review helpful:
 Best Hikers for the PriceNov 29, 2008
By kfedl
I've done a lot of hiking and backpacking, but I've never made an investment in really "good" hiking boots. Finally I decided it was time when I decided to go on a four day backpacking trip on the Appalachian trail last October. I couldn't afford the higher end boots ($160-250), so I settled on these as it was a brand I knew and they were the cheapest I could find with GORE-TEX and Vibram.
Now, EVERYONE, knows that you never, ever, ever go on a backpacking trip with new boots. Ever. I knew this, so I ordered these well in advance. Unfortunately ShoeMall (whom I ordered from) took a really long time to ship them, and they came less than a day before I had to leave. I didn't really have any choice but to wear them, so I splurged on some Smartwool socks (HIGHLY recommended--backpacking with them is a totally new experience) to try to alleviate the blisters.
Well, I never expected what I got. These boots were very, very comfortable. I have high arches and under-pronate--how they would work for people with other types of feet I can't say, but I suspect it wouldn't much matter.
The boots have good ankle support--not super, but good--and that was all I needed. I'm young and have strong ankles, and I'd rather have less weight than more support. I did sort of twist my foot once on the trip, but I was fine. People who need a lot of support might look elsewhere. This isn't a shortcoming of the product--it's just a characteristic.
The grip is excellent. That's to be expected, they have Vibram. I did slip a few times, but it was on really wet rocks, and it may have been, as my friend put it, a user issue.
As for the waterproofing, well, you could spend $300 and you wouldn't find a more waterproof boot. It rained the first and second days, and I never felt the tiniest drop of dampness. At one point I literally submerged my foot in a river to see if any water would get in. Nada.
Overall these boots have everything I want. They may not be perfect for everyone, but if you don't have special needs (like extra support), this is the best bang you'll ever get for your buck. As I said, I took these on a four day backpacking trip on the Appalachian trail without ever wearing them before. I had a 30 pound pack. On the last day I hiked 17 miles--lots of up and down. I didn't get any blisters. None. At the end of the last day I was starting to get a small hotspot on one foot, but that was all. I'm not suggesting you take these backpacking without breaking them in, but these are as comfortable as you'll get. Just make sure you invest in some good wool hiking socks as well.
Update: I've now had the boots for over a year and a half. I've hiked parts of the Appalachian trail, the high country above Zion Canyon, the grabens of Canyonlands NP, and the Grand Canyon. At the Grand Canyon I hiked from the south rim to the river and back in a day. It's a tad under 20 miles, with 5000 vertical feet of descent on the way down, and that same 5000 coming back up. When I got back up to the top my whole body ached--except my feet. These boots are light, supportive, and 100% waterproof. I've hiked hundreds of miles in them and they're still in great shape with no real signs of wear.
13 of 13 found the following review helpful:
Best Boot I Have Ever WornNov 17, 2008
By Larry Test
"desert rat"
I have backpacked all my life. I live in the desert southwest and wear these boots everyday. They are so light and give such great support. I am 66 and have gone through a lot of boots in my time. These are the best ever!
11 of 12 found the following review helpful:
Don't Let Them Stay Clean Very Long, GO OUT AND USE THEM!Aug 11, 2009
By Dave
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R1OT643DVWMOTR I went on a five (5) mile hike in Taconic State Park (NY, about four [4] miles from the MA border) most of this hike was up a fairly steep hill (not quite climbing on hands and knees but still pretty steep) through various terrain. There was a lot of mud because it had recently rained and there were also a few streams here and there like in the video. These boots conquered all, they performed marvelously during the whole hike. I really thought I'd have trouble when it came to wet rocks, but they pulled through. The only time I had trouble crossing rocks was when they were covered with algae, because although they gripped to the algae very well, the algae didn't stay on the rock every time.
As far as how they feel, right off the shelf they felt incredible. They've got to be some of the most comfortable things I've ever worn.
I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone really. You don't have to be a hiker to enjoy these.
8 of 9 found the following review helpful:
Great hikersJul 23, 2008
By docdiamond
I used to wear heavy leather hiking boots. Not any more. I always heard that shoe weight was important, but never realized how important until I did my run in heavy boots! It wore me out! So I looked for the lightest goretex boots I could find, and this is the boot I bought. I just got back from hiking the Sierras, including a two day trip to the top of Mount Whitney with a 35 pound pack. The trails are pretty rough, and it rained for a few hours one day. These boots held up well, kept my feet dry, and never once caused a blister or hot spot anywhere on my feet. OK, so these boots are downright ugly. But they are great boots!
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Best buy in this price rangeJun 16, 2010
By Seth
"old boz"
You have to know that Merrell is good to begin with or you wouldn't be here.
Unfortunately, I could not find this boot in my size locally to try it on. When I stuffed my foot in a regular (with hiking socks on) I hit the length I needed but just bound the sides of my feet. I ordered these the same size, but in wide. Going by most reviews I have seen that they are true to size, I took a shot. Wellll, they are. The right boot is a touch larger than the left one is on my foot. It's probably me--not the boots.
The Gore-tex at this price is a deal also. I have similar boots in "waterproof" but that is too scary. The waterproof boots my girlfriend has are genuinely that. However, once the water gets in, they are still waterproof, lol. Gore-Tex is the two-way street you need for boots.
The other thing about these boots is the genuine reviews (and hiker site tests) that these boots do not require break in. Although the vendor I got them from drug his feet (no pun) getting them to me, I have still have about 10 days to get them ready. I am looking forward to it.
Con: And this is a general con for ALL boots these days except the $250-300 leather mountaineering boots. Lack of a replaceable Vibram sole. Hiking boots have turned into a disposable product like TVs. Very unfortunate.
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