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Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's

Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's

Item # 741177
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Vasque Kota XCR are waterproof, multisport midheight shoes that deliver flexible comfort and weather protection on- or off-trail.

  • Midheight nubuck/split-grain leather and nylon uppers deliver durable protection and breathable comfort on all-day adventures
  • Seam-sealed Gore-Tex® XCR® waterproof liners are extra breathable
  • Padded cuffs and tongues provide comfort; quick-drying nylon linings disperse excess moisture
  • Keystone Control System incorporates nylon webbing supports to help lock feet into heel pockets and footbeds when laced snug
  • Rubber toe bumpers protect feet and uppers from bumps and abrasion
  • Velocity last shape with curved toe boxes is ideal for asymmetrically shaped feet; provides a low-profile ride for improved stability
  • Removable dual-density footbeds add cushioning to compression-molded EVA midsoles for superb shock absorption
  • Thermoplastic urethane plates protect feet from sharp rocks and create torsional rigidity for stability
  • Aggressive Racer-X rubber outsoles bite into both loose and packed surfaces for reliable traction, braking and flexibility

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 9.

Imported.

Item 741177

Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleLight-hiking
CutMid
WaterproofYes
UpperNubuck and suede leather
LiningGore-Tex XCR/nylon
MidsoleEVA
SupportTPU plate
OutsoleRubber
Average weight2 lbs. 5 oz.
Average weight - metric1.05 kilograms

Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's
 
4.0

(based on 19 reviews)

84%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (15)
  • Good traction (11)
  • Lightweight (10)
  • Good support (9)
  • Breathable (7)

Cons

  • Poor support (3)

Best Uses

  • Trails (18)
  • Wet conditions (9)
  • Pavement (4)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual adventurer (11), Active & fit (7)

Reviewed by 19 customers

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Nov

18

2007

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Comfortable but good for only 200 miles

By Arizona Hiker

from Tempe, AZ

About Me Active & Fit

Site Member

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Full ankle movement
  • Good Support
  • Good Traction
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Poorly made

Best Uses

  • Trails

Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

I just bought my fifth pair of these boots. I buy a new pair in the spring and in the fall. They are very comfortable and light weight but only last for about 200 miles.

I use them for desert hiking on steep rocky trails with a 20 lb day pack and a 30 lb backpack. (Water's heavy.)

I originally bought them because they allow full ankle movement on steep slopes. I've stayed with them because they are very comfortable and light weight.

Friends have bought these boots and all have had a problem with the toe guard coming loose from the boot by the time the boots have less than 100 miles on them. (My first pair failed after less than 30 miles--which I returned). We now use Gorilla glue at the first sign of separation.

By the time the shoes have about 200 miles on them, the soles are coming loose from the boot at the sides of the toe and the heel. The lugs are close to being worn down. The soles aren't replaceable but the rest of the boot is close to being worn out so you wouldn't want to resole them anyhow.

I understand the trade offs between soft rubber for traction and long wear and will opt for traction.

I don't understand why Kota can't solve the separation problems with the toe guard and the sides of the sole. (I understand from the shoe clerks that other's have complained about it.)

  • 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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May

22

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Vasque Kota

By smuff

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Support
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Poor Traction

Best Uses

  • Pavement
  • Trails

Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

Boots are very comfortable and handle great on trails. Only downside I have found is there is no traction when crossing rivers. I had on a 5 dollar pair of water shoes and didnt fall once. As soon as I put these on I fell about 7-8 times. Other than that great boot, dries fast, very comfortable.

  • 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

30

2007

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

This shoe delivers!

By tjpate

from Vancouver, WA

About Me Active & Fit, Hikerclimber

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Padding
  • Light weight
  • Versatile
  • Waterproof's well

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Trails
    • Wet Conditions

    Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

    Excellent trail boot for wet or dry conditions; very comfortable and light and my feet never feel too warm in them. I had an opportunity to hike up 12000+ Mt Adams in SW Washington only one week after buying my Vasque Kotas. They felt so comfortable that I decided to use them on the climb even though I had never even walked around the block in them. Not a smart thing to do but they were flawless on dry trail and in the snow.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels half size too big
    • 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

    7

    2007

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Lightweight & Sturdy - Right On!

    By bwracing

    from St Paul, MN

    About Me Active & Fit

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Good Padding
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Trails

      Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

      I used these Vasques to backpack all 205 miles of the Superior Hiking Trail in 10 days. They performed like champions and kept my feet dry, were comfortable to put on each morning, and the soles looked like new when I finished. I carried a 35-40 lb load and they provided plenty of support. Extremely pleased with the Kota's.

      • 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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      Aug

      7

      2008

      (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Darn Good

      By Landlocked in Kansas

      from Kansas

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Good Traction
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Trails

        Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

        Bought these in Colorado and did some very rough hikes in them. They held up great. Very waterproof. Good boots. I didn't give it 5 stars because I did blister up pretty good, but that could be because they weren't broken in. Not sure.

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        4

        2008

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Works for me

        By Broad Steve

        from Denver, CO

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Support
        • Good Traction
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Hot

        Best Uses

        • Trails

        Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

        I bought these boots on a Saturday, took them to the summit of Mt. Sherman (14,036') on Sunday. Not the smartest thing with no break in time, but they worked perfectly. They had great traction on the rocks and even handled the snow nicely. I'm not in the best shape so the light weight was certainly appreciated. The only gripe that I might have is that they can get a little warm. But, my feet never felt soggy due to the use of good socks.

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Dec

        28

        2007

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Burlier than most light hikers

        By tom b.

        from Venice Beach, CA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Support
        • Good Traction
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Warm

        Best Uses

        • Trails
        • Wet Conditions

        Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

        These are awesome light hikers. They provide great support in such a light package. Traction is good as well. I would consider using these instead of more serious boots for most hikes. Only possible con is that as they are waterproof, they are a little warm for summer hikes in southern California. That gore-tex relies on more of a temperature differrential to work.

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Nov

        18

        2007

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Love these shoes

        By Tom.B

        from Richmond, VA

        About Me Active & Fit

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Traction
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Pavement
          • Trails
          • Wet Conditions
          • Winter Conditions

          Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

          Got these for a trip to Iceland. They handled everything. My feet felt great the whole trip. My wife has the same shoes and we both love them. Lightweight yet very sturdy. They served us well hiking trails, volcanoes, and glaciers. I've had them for about 7 months now.

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          1

          2007

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Kota-a great all around light/mid hiker

          By NOLS 97

          from Grand Rapids, MI

          About Me Active & Fit

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Good Padding
          • Great traction
          • Versatile

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

              I bought the Kota mid for a hut to hut hiking trip in the Austrian Alps with a 20-25 lb pack. I have mid to slightly wide feet with a low arch and the boots fit great. After a short break-in period I hiked two long days with significant elevation change and had no foot pains or blisters. The boots performed great on rocky trails some that were covered in snow and ice where I had to kick 'mini-steps.' I have big feet and these fit like a glove and make me feel very agile. Great boots!

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

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Sep

              8

              2007

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Great Light Weight Hiker

              By jcharlesmith

              from Grand Junction, Colorado

              About Me Active & Fit

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Supportive
              • Versatile
              • Waterproof

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Trails
                • Wet Conditions

                Comments about Vasque Kota XCR Mid Hiking Boots - Men's:

                I bought these hikers for a 5 day CDT trip this September. I needed to loose some weight in the boot area and these did the trick. I was not real sure how they would handle the trail but in the end I was very satisfied with their ability.

                27 miles of the CDT in the Weminuche Wilderness with rain every day was enough to convince me that these hikers could handle everything I needed them to.

                They stayed dry through 4 miles of downpour. I did have gaiters on but the Goretex XCR never leaked. The shoes were stable enough with my 35 lb. pack on the uneven terrain of the San Juans. would not hesitate to wear these on another long pack trip.

                My only concerns were that I felt the toe box was a bit too wide for my feet even with Superfeet and that the laces are too long.

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

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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