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Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's
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Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's

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This premium leather hiking boot takes comfort to a new level with a custom-made feel and dependable waterproof protection.

  • Durable waterproof nubuck leather uppers are flexible, breathable and lightweight for long-lasting performance and reliability
  • Stretch Gore-Tex® liners allow a customizable fit around feet while protecting feet from the elements and overheating
  • Wicking nylon linings absorb excess moisture and disperse it quickly for faster dry time
  • Padded and gusseted scree tongues keep out debris and water while relieving pressure from lacing
  • Women's-specific Integrafit™ lasting with molded-foam heel pockets offers a superior, static fit
  • SuperLight PolyUrethane midsoles deliver all-day cushioning and relief from shock on hard surfaces
  • Molded nylon midsole supports add torsional rigidity to keep feet stable and safe on uneven ground under pack loads
  • Self-cleaning Vibram® Talon rubber outsoles grip with hawk-like determination into wet and dry terrain for dependable traction and braking

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 8.

Imported.

Item 723500

Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleBackpacking
CutHigh
WaterproofYes
UpperNubuck leather/nylon
LiningWaterproof breathable membrane/nylon
MidsolePolyurethane
SupportNylon
OutsoleRubber
Average weight2 lbs. 6 oz.
Average weight - metric1.08 kilograms
GenderWomen's

Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's Customer Reviews

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Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's
 
4.2

(based on 23 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great traction (25)
  • Water resistant (19)
  • Comfortable (11)
  • Stable (11)
  • Ankle support (10)

Cons

  • Heavy (4)

Best Uses

  • Cold weather (13)
  • Backcountry (10)
  • Day hikes (9)
  • Day hiking (9)
  • Wet weather (9)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual adventurer (13), Avid adventurer (11)

Reviewed by 23 customers

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Mar

19

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Good all around boots

By Maryland Backpacker

from MD

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Great Traction
  • Non-slip sole
  • Stable
  • Water Resistant

Cons

  • Limited Durability

Best Uses

  • Backcountry
  • Day hikes
  • Wet Weather

Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

A nice all around boot that does not need much breaking in. Fairly comfortably for multiday hikes and repels water well, just do not imagine that immersing your foot in a creek to where the tongue is will keep water out.

I have used them hard in the mountains, doing intermediate climbing, up scree slopes, etc. This has taken its toll on the leather. One of the shoelace lugs pulled out, but it was worth getting fixed as I like the boot. I am prone to blisters and still get them in these if I don't use duct tape. However much less blistering in these than some TNF boots I have.

A caution to ultra-lighters: These are hardly heavy within the scheme of boots used in the mountains. Lighter can mean less support and less comfort that offsets a few ounces weight. The same analogy is even more true for ultralight backpacks, most of which require a strong commitment to leaving everything behind.

I wore the Men's, which does not seem to be available here anymore.

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

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

8

2007

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

sturdy, burly, and comfy

By ekercher

from Tacoma, WA

About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Great Traction
  • Non-slip sole
  • Stable
  • Water Resistant

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backcountry
    • Cold weather
    • Day hikes
    • Wet Weather

    Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

    I bought these about 2 years ago and they have held up really well--the rubber toe top is curling a bit but that doesn't affect the waterproofness. after heavy winter use I did need to re-waterproof with oil to keep my feet dry. I have very narrow, flat feet and these are the only boots I have ever had that did not eat my heels; they are perfect.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    12

    2007

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Didn't work for me long term

    By Eileen, Field Biologist

    from Bay Area, CA

    About Me Always in the field

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Everyday

      Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

      These did not work out for me after 2 months of constant use. The gortex eventually started leaking, I had cracks in the leather, and the lower rubber covering began to peel off. But they are very very comfortable. I ended up going with Men's Montrails which seem to have the same amount of comfort, but layers are sewn on rather than glued.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels half size too small
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jan

      3

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      these boots are the best ever!

      By hiker Dee

      from Everett Wa

      About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Ankle Support
      • Arch Support
      • Comfortable/No Break-In
      • Flexible
      • Great Traction
      • Sturdy/Durable
      • Water Resistant

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Cold Weather
        • Day Hiking
        • Harsh Terrain
        • Heavy Loads
        • Light Loads
        • Long-Distance Hiking
        • Wet Conditions

        Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

        I have wide feet and narrow ankles, these boots are the best Ive ever worn.like gloves for the feet! I wear them hiking snowshoeing ,climbing, walking, just about everywhere. have had my original pair for 3 years now, picked up a 2nd pair for a song at rei garage sale love em both.ive never had a blister or a sore. have taken them up ranier, and 40 miles along the coast with a full pack.along with numerous other day hikes and overnights. I love my boots!

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        20

        2008

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        No blisters

        By Christina1975

        from Dallas

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Stable
        • Water Resistant

        Cons

        • Heavy
        • Traction less than ideal

        Best Uses

        • Backcountry
        • Cold weather
        • Wet Weather

        Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

        Bought these specifically to climb Kilimanjaro -- as I'm not really a big hiker and I didn't have heavy-duty boots. Nine days (7 1/2 up, 1 1/2 down) -- one tiny blister. Very comfortable, though they are heavy, which was probably necessary. They run about a half size small. I bought a size and a half up to accommodate layering my socks (liner, heavy and extra heavy socks for summit day). You definitely want to try them on in the store with different sock combos before buying. One note: I swapped the insole for Superfeet so I don't know how the regular insole would have performed. One negative: traction could have been better on scree and ash.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels half size too small
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        1

        2008

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Better boots would be hard to find

        By rcs

        from San Francisco, CA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Great Traction
        • Non-slip sole
        • Stable
        • Water Resistant

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry
          • Cold weather
          • Day hikes
          • Rocky terrain
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

          These boots are extremely comfortable and provide excellent ankle support and traction. I bought them for a long backpacking trip in Patagonia that had wet and rocky terrain and they must have prevented at least 10 potential slips and sprained ankles. They required no breaking in and were comfortable from the beginning. I have never gotten any blisters and they have kept my feet dry despite stepping in puddles and creeks. Highly recommended.

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          May

          20

          2008

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Quality and Comfort

          By Pamo

          from CA

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Great Traction
          • Stable
          • Water Resistant

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backcountry
            • Cold weather

            Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

            These boots have served me well. I've worn them on about 6 backpacking trips. No blisters and no problems. They fit my low volume feet. I hope REI will carry more Montrail products as they are high quality.

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

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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            Feb

            25

            2008

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great boots!

            By kristinmm

            from NJ

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Great Traction
            • Non-slip sole
            • Stable
            • Water Resistant

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Backcountry
              • Cold weather
              • Day hikes
              • Everyday
              • Wet Weather

              Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

              I've probably gotten about 30-40 miles in on these boots so far and they're working out great. Just did a 5 mile hike through 6+ inches of snow and my feet stayed completely warm and dry. There was never really any breaking in period as they were comfortable right away and have never given me a single blister. They can feel a little heavy but are very sturdy so it's a good trade off.

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

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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              Oct

              29

              2007

              (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              My boots are walkin'

              By Tiger in the Grass

              from Denver, Co

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Great Traction
              • Non-slip sole
              • Stable
              • Water Resistant

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Backcountry
                • Cold weather
                • Day hikes
                • Everyday
                • Wet Weather

                Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

                I love my boots. I have worn them multi-day hiking without getting sore feet. I put superfeet insoles (green) inside which makes a big difference. I had foot surgery and within two months these were the only shoes that were comfortable and stable enough for my feet...and I went hiking!

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

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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                Sep

                12

                2007

                (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Finally a boot made to fit a woman

                By Alpine Ava

                from Puyrallup, WA

                About Me Avid Adventurer

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Great Traction
                • Non-slip sole
                • Stable
                • Water Resistant

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Backcountry
                  • Cold weather
                  • Day hikes
                  • Everyday
                  • Wet Weather

                  Comments about Montrail Blue Ridge Gore-Tex Hiking Boots - Women's:

                  I wore this shoe up Kilimanjaro, hiking to Machu Picchu, Mt. Whitney and 200 other hikes. I finally wore it out after 2 years. It fit me better than any hiking boot I have had so far - it tugs your ankle in and is made for a female's foot. I am going in Friday to replace it before they change the design! In order for it to fit my toe base I did go 1 size larger, this did not cause any problems. Never caused blisters. It didn't even need broken in.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels full size too small
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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