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Comfortable enough for day hiking yet supportive enough for backpacking, these give you the waterproof, breathable protection of Gore-Tex® liners.

Uppers feature water-resistant suede leather for support and durability, plus Cordura® nylon for reduced weight and enhanced breathability
Air-injected polyurethane midsoles sit atop Asogrip™ rubber outsoles for sure-footed stability and cushioning
Asoflex® thermoplastic insoles provide torsional stability and control while protecting against impact and bruises on rocks and uneven terrain
Reinforced toe boxes and heel counters enhance durability

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Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's

3.7

(based on 114 reviews)

72%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Great traction (87)
Comfortable (83)
Water resistant (59)
Durable (46)
Stable (30)

Cons

Long break-in (14)
Uncomfortable (12)
Not durable/ wears easily (9)
Wears easily (8)
Poor traction (6)

Best Uses

Everyday (41)
Day hikes (29)
Day hiking (28)
Backcountry (27)
Harsh terrain (21)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  91%
  (72 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  86%
  (50 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Arch Type:
- High arch (13), Low arch (12)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (39), Casual/ recreational (39), Professional (10), Environmentalist (4), Backpacker (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (28)

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May

2008

(21 of 21 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

On my 5th pair

By ArizonaHeat!!!

from Phoenix, AZ

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Great Traction
Non-slip sole
Stable
Water Resistant

Cons

Sole Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Backcountry
Day hikes

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

I've owned 5 pairs of the FSN 95, as well as a couple pairs of the FSN 85, Echo and Powermatic 400 (also several different Lowas, Zamberlain and REI Monarch IV). All are good, but Asolo and Lowa boots are top notch for quality of construction. You'll wear the soles off before you split a seam or do other damage to the boot. I hike 5-8 miles daily on rocky Arizona trails and wear boots out quite quickly, so I usually have several pairs going at once and rotate among them. If you have a wide foot, buy the wide size - all Asolos seem to run a little narrow in the standard width. I have a D-E width foot, and always need the wide size. My only complaint is that the soles stick so well, they wear down quickly. The price you pay for good grip. I could probably get them re-soled, but it is easier to pick up another pair or two when they go on sale and stash them for future use.

Sep

2007

(16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Simply the best all-around hiking boot

By Jose Sierra

from Boca Raton, FL

About Me Avid Adventurer

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Great Traction
Non-slip sole
Stable
Water Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Day hikes
Everyday
Wet Weather

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

I've been using these boots for over 5 years, ever since I saw that they were the editor's choice in Backpacker mag. They are an unbeatable all-around shoe.

They have plenty of support, are fully waterproof, they're durable, long-lasting, and the rubber is sticky yet durable. I've only resoled once in 5 years (and I do a *lot* outdoors.) I put these boots through the wringer - from the swamplands of the everglades to the hardwoods of the southeast, through to hiking all over the mountains of Spain. These boots will take any condition, period.

Break-in period is about a week to two weeks, depending on how often you wear them (it took me about a week, wearing them every day). Once broken in, they become nearly invisible.

At a couple of pounds, they're the lightest boot I've ever owned, yet they support as well (or better) than much heavier 'sturdier' boots. They've got the agility of an approach shoe with the strength of a through-hiker.

If you're only going to buy one pair of boots, these boots will provide a high-performance platform for any activity. They are a little on the expensive side, but worth it. I don't hesitate for a moment to recommend these to anybody.

Jan

2008

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Boot

By Alano

from San Diego, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Great Traction
Stable
Water Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Backpacking
Day hikes

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

Have had these boots for over three seasons which includes three hikes up Mt. Whitney and all the training to get there. I have EE width feet with high insteps and use orthotics. The "wide" size fits great. These are probably the best boots I've had in 40 years of hiking and backpacking.[...] I'll buy another pair for Kilimanjaro this summer.

May

2008

(10 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

My feet hurt!

By Cave dweller

from SLC, UT

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Durable
Water Resistant

Cons

Not comfortable

Best Uses

Day hikes

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

I wish I could like these boots. They're durable and relatively lightweight. They keep the moisture out (and also keep it in - as do most waterproof boots). These boots, though, are killing my feet. Since breaking them in, I've been on several week-long backpacking trips and by the third day, every step hurts. And it's not just blisters (though I do get some each time and use my share of moleskin). The whole length of my sole hurts. I don't know what the problem is (I've checked and the sizing is fine). I've tried Smartfeet insoles and they don't help. Judging by the other reviews, it appears that I'm the odd man out. I don't know why my experience has been different than others'. Maybe I need a boot with better cushioning (I'm 6'3", 200lbs) - on other sites, people do comment on how hard the insoles are. I'm not sure.

Apr

2009

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Great overall, except rubs heel badly.

By Jamonkey

from SW Virginia

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Pros

Easy On/Off
Great Traction

Cons

Uncomfortable
Wears Easily

Best Uses

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

I love these boots in almost every way (good looks, great grip, good waterproofing, stiff sole) except for steep ascents. Downhill and on flat ground they are fine, but when going up a steep or even medium slope, they rub my heel badly even after using them for a year. One hike I went on up in Vancouver Island was primarily straight up all the way and I was duct-taping the skin back onto my heels within 1 mile. I always layer with quality socks too. I really wanted to like these, and do, aside from the bloody heels part.

I recommend them to a friend ONLY if they fit you right, or you aren't going up any hills.

Nov

2007

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Excellent light duty hiking boot

By NetBoss

from Mount Vernon, Washington

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Stable
Water Resistant

Cons

Lace hooks break
Sole Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

Backcountry
Cold weather
Day hikes
Everyday
Wet Weather

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

This is my second pair. The only gripe I have is that the eyelet hooks smash easily when going through heavy brush. This makes it difficult to unlace them without prying the hook open. When you do that too often, the hook breaks off. The first pair I had broke withing the first couple of months and REI gave me a new pair for free. My current pair has lasted several years and been completely resoled. My right shoe is now missing two hooks on the right foot. . . Other than that, I absolutely love the shoes.

Sep

2007

(5 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

OK Boots

By nwbackpacker

from Seattle, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Stable
Water Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Day hikes

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

These boots are pretty decent, and until recently I was very happy with them. I've had them for about 6 years now and it's got to the point where the soles are getting pretty worn out. There is still grip there, but on loose downhill slopes with a backpack it's not good at all.

I feel the soles have worn down too quickly, as I haven't used these boots too often over the years.

I would not recommend these boots for backpacking, because of the soles and not the support (which is fine). But for day hiking I think they are excellent boots that are durable and would last a long time. So overall, I would recommend these boots, but if you're thinking about going backpacking at some point in the near future, get some better boots and don't get these.

Mar

2009

(4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Fooled Twice, Shame on Me!

By jjbkpkr

from Bellingham, WA

About Me Avid hiker, Backpacker

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Pros

Easy On/Off
Multi-Use

Cons

Heel Blisters
Soles won't last

Best Uses

Everyday/Practical Use
Hiking

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

The first pair I purchased were fairly comfortable, but the soles wore out pretty quickly. I then bought a second pair two years later, hoping that the durability had improved. I've only had the second pair for one year, and the soles are nearly bald and the rubber toe cap on one boot is beginning to crack and separate. I also get blisters on the backs of my heels when doing a lot of uphill hiking, but fixed that with mole skin pads. I've had lots of hiking boots over the years, but never a pair that wore out as quickly as the Asolo have. I won't waste my money on this brand again.

Nov

2008

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

leak like a sieve

By snow

from massachusetts

About Me Environmentalist, Professional

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy On/Off
Secure Fit

Cons

Poor Drainage
Poor Traction
Wears Easily

Best Uses

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

These boots are light and comforable but wear quickly, have poor traction on ice, are very leaky after only moderate use. Will not stand up to hard use and I would not rely on these boots for an extended hiking trip i.e. more than 3 days. I would only reccommend these boots to a casual day hiker

Nov

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

My heal won't stay down

By T.O. Hiker

from 1000 Oaks, CA

About Me Active Outdoorsman

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Pros

Durable
Multi-Use

Cons

Can't lock my heal in

Best Uses

Hiking

Comments about Asolo FSN 95 GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

To lock my feet into these boots, I'd have to tighten the boots so tight that my feet would go numb. Really to bad I liked the boots very much, but you can't hike in boots where you get blisters in less then three miles down a trail. The up-hills were the problem, other than that the boots were fine.