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Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men\'s

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    Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's

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    The light and sleek Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent™ hiking boots provide breathable, waterproof protection in a mid-height cut for stability and comfort on day hikes and weekend jaunts.

    • Uppers feature a mix of tough, full-grain leather and protective synthetic leather for lasting performance and support
    • Highly breathable eVent waterproof membranes keep the elements out while setting a high standard for comfort by allowing perspiration to dissipate and vent quickly
    • Nylon linings wick moisture away from feet
    • Dual-density EVA midsoles provide shock absorption and cushioning comfort underfoot; EVA plugs work with external struts to stabilize heels for enhanced performance
    • Thermoplastic urethane arch shanks and forefoot plates supply support and torsional rigidity, and help prevent stone bruising
    • Nonmarking rubber outsoles on the Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent hiking boots feature multidirectional lugs for great traction on various terrain

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    Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Hiking
    Over-the-ankle
    Lace-up
    Yes
    Full-grain leather/synthetic leather
    eVent waterproof breathable membrane/nylon
    Dual-density EVA
    Thermoplastic urethane arch shank/nylon forefoot plate
    Rubber
    2 lbs. 5 oz.
    Men's
    Footwear height
    Footwear closure
    Waterproof
    Upper
    Lining
    Midsole
    Support
    Outsole
    Average footwear weight (pair)
    Gender

    Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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    Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's
     
    4.7

    (based on 12 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (11)
    • Lightweight (11)
    • Great traction (6)
    • Ankle support (5)
    • Dries quickly (4)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Hiking (4)
        • Sizing:
        • Feels too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          100% 

          (11 reviews)

          Feels too large

           
        • Width:
        • Feels too narrow

           

          Feels true to width

           

          91% 

          (10 reviews)

          Feels too wide

           
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Casual/ recreational (8)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (10)

      Reviewed by 12 customers

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      5.0

      I like my Ahnus

      By Excalibur

      from Portland, OR

      About Me Casual/Recreational

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Ankle Support
      • Comfortable
      • Dries Quickly
      • Durable
      • Great Traction
      • Lightweight
      • Pronation Control
      • Secure Fit

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Hiking
        • Travel

        Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

        I wore them through the airport and on the plane. Easy on and off and comfortable with the laces undone. Great for hiking in cold and warm weather. Lightweight, waterproof, easy to clean, quick drying. I think they look good too.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        A great trail boot

        By woodman

        from Snellville, Ga.

        About Me Casual/Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Dries Quickly
        • Durable
        • Great Traction
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

            Have always worn Merrill low cuts but thought I would try an ankle height for a change. I wore them for a few days working [i'm a cabinet maker] to get a feel for them and they felt great. Just got back from 7 days on the AT and I have no complaints. I bought them 1 size large and I have plenty of foot room without sliding around inside them. They keep my feet from sweating and were really comfortable walking down hills. They fit well are light weight and the laces stat tied!

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            "I would buy this product again "

            By Danny89

            from plainfield, IL

            About Me Casual/Recreational

            See all my reviews

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Ankle Support
            • Comfortable
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Poor Traction
            • Slippery on tile floors

            Best Uses

              Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

              I'm in food delivery,they are my light winter boots. They are very slippery on commercial kitchen floors,but are very light and comfortable out of the box. The break-in time was about a week(five days). Only 1 month old,too soon to tell wear yet. So far so good.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Best shoes to date

              By PHL2BAJA

              from Philadelphia, PA

              About Me Casual/Recreational

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Great Traction
              • Lightweight
              • Secure Fit

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Hiking
                • Walking

                Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

                Felt perfect from first wear. Really feel comfortable and light.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Half Dome Proven

                By Tim dome

                from Los Angeles

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Ankle Support
                • Dries Quickly
                • Great Traction
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

                    Just got back from Half Dome, they got soaked at the Mist Trail and dried quickly with no soaked socks. My feet stayed cool, and didn't hurt one bit.
                    Amazing support, fit and comfort. Good traction up some steep stuff too.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Comment on this review

                    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    4.0

                    Great Boot -- Great Support

                    By TrippK

                    from San Diego, CA

                    See all my reviews

                    Site Member

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Great Traction
                    • Lightweight
                    • Secure Fit

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Hiking

                      Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

                      These boots fit great right out of the box. . . very comfortable and very good support. I'm gearing up for a climb to the top of Mt. Whitney and wanted a boot that was lightweight but very watertight and provided great long term support.

                      My only little disappointment was that one of the eyelets had a rivet fail my second time wearing them. REI provided great support and promptly switched them out for a new pair. That's the only reason for not giving a five star rating.

                      Very pleased with these boots.

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Comment on this review

                      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      5.0

                      Totally waterproof and lightweight

                      By In Your Fate

                      from Sacramento, CA

                      About Me Casual/Recreational

                      See all my reviews

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Lightweight
                      • Waterproof

                      Cons

                      • Poor Traction

                      Best Uses

                      • Hiking

                      Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

                      These Ahnu boots are the most comfortable, out-of-the-box shoe I have ever put on my feet. Honestly, the Ahnu boots feel almost as broken in as my 15 year old boots. I don't know how they do it, but it's great. I wore the boots for about three days prior to hiking in Yosemite. A huge snow storm rolled in and dropped five inches of snow overnight. I hiked all morning in snow and slush and probably three inches of standing water, and these boots and my feet stayed dry. The only negatives is the traction is not great (I wonder if the rubber is factory stiff) and the ankle support is mediocre. If you are just out for a day hike and you plan on crossing streams or hiking through the snow, these shoes are fantastic.

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Comment on this review

                      (7 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      5.0

                      Amazing boots!

                      By Silver Tongue

                      from Charlotte NC

                      About Me Avid Adventurer

                      See all my reviews

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • EVent waterproofing
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Around camp
                        • Backpacking
                        • Day Hiking

                        Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

                        Let me start by saying that I'm new to lightweight hiking boots. I usually wear a full grain leather boot that is much heavier and I was reluctant to give up what I felt to be superior ankle protection.

                        Man have I been proven wrong! These boots are awesome. I got these boots a few weeks before a big spring backpacking trip and put them through their paces before the trip. One day at work (in construction) and 4 hikes with a 30 plus pound pack for five miles each just to assure myself that I wouldn't be bothered by blisters or sore feet.

                        I found the break-in period to be non-existent. Out of the box these boots fit like a glove and I'm happy to say that after 20 miles in Joyce Kilmer (think rugged trails) I had nary a hot spot, much less a blister.

                        We had numerous stream crossings and these boots performed flawlessly. No leaks, no seam problems. And after several boots-off hip deep crossings, my water shoes were soaked, and these boots became my camp shoes...something I would never have done after a day hiking in my heavier boots.

                        I'm sold. The EVent breathes so much better than GoreTex, and the boots dried surprisingly quickly.

                        They are so comfortable that I wore them on the 5 plus hour drive back home.

                        Don't let the light weight fool you...these are serious boots!

                        I'd been hearing good things about Ahnu, and one of my friends wore some of their trail runners for all the stream fords. He just walked right across and kept on going. I'm going to be trying those next. I think I've found a new favorite brand of footwear!!!

                        • Sizing:
                        • Feels true to size
                        • Width:
                        • Feels true to width
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • Yes

                        Comment on this review

                         
                        5.0

                        WIll do the job right

                        By Tim dome

                        from Los Angeles

                        About Me Casual/Recreational

                        See all my reviews

                        Site Member

                        Pros

                        • Ankle Support
                        • Comfortable
                        • Lightweight
                        • Stays tied

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

                            Very light, stays tied and comfortable. I have a left foot that has a bunion and a flat foot. After about 10 miles I am in real pain. I did 14 miles with these boots, and it was not too bad.Break em in and then go for it. Very pleased.

                            • Sizing:
                            • Feels true to size
                            • Width:
                            • Feels true to width
                            • Was this a gift?:
                            • No

                            Comment on this review

                            (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                             
                            5.0

                            Best Hiking Boot I've Owned so far

                            By sparkydog

                            from Coto de Caza, Ca.

                            About Me Casual/Recreational

                            See all my reviews

                            Pros

                            • Ankle Support
                            • Comfortable
                            • Dries Quickly
                            • Durable
                            • Great Traction
                            • Lightweight
                            • Secure Fit

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Climbing
                              • Good protection

                              Comments about Ahnu Elkridge Mid eVent Hiking Boots - Men's:

                              Best Fitting Boot I've found. I enjoy wearing them. The inner lining is great! Snug but comfortable. The synthetic leather is protective but lightweight. Stitching looks like it will hold up. I'm looking forward to wearing them out. I think they will outlast me.

                              • Sizing:
                              • Feels true to size
                              • Width:
                              • Feels true to width

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