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Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's

Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's

Item # 742112
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With superior grip, lightweight stability and superb weather protection, these cross-trainers take on tough terrain with robust zeal.

  • Waterproofed split-grain leather uppers with breathable Defense mesh panels keep these shoes lightweight, flexible and breathable
  • Gore-Tex XCR® seam-sealed inner linings offer a new level of breathability while retaining complete waterproof protection
  • Wicking nylon linings manage excess moisture to ensure a comfortable environment for hard working feet
  • Injection-molded thermal polyurethane overlays wrap heels, toes and instep for enhanced stability, abrasion-resistance and protection
  • Removable EVA footbeds, compression-molded EVA midsoles and Air Cushion® heel pockets absorb shock, cushion and stabilize feet
  • Injection-molded nylon arch shanks and full-length tapered midsole supports deliver torsional rigidity and protection for support on rough terrain
  • Vibram® Chameleon Sport™ channeled outsoles with TC1 Dura Rubber siped lugs deliver superior durability and traction on wet or dry surfaces

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 9. Please note: Merrell products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Imported.

Item 742112

Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleCross-training
CutLow
WaterproofYes
UpperPigskin leather/nylon mesh
LiningGore-Tex XCR/nylon
MidsoleEVA/air cushion
SupportNylon arch shank
OutsoleVibram rubber
Average weight2 lbs. 3 oz.
Average weight - metric0.99 kilograms

Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews

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Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's
 
3.9

(based on 37 reviews)

81%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (23)
  • Durable (21)
  • Great traction (19)
  • Attractive design (15)
  • Versatile (15)

Cons

  • Sole wears out quickly (4)
  • Wears out easily (4)

Best Uses

  • Trails (16)
  • Everyday (13)
  • Day hikes (12)
  • Wet conditions (11)
  • Wet weather (9)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual adventurer (19), Active & fit (13), Avid adventurer (10), Competitive athlete (6)

Reviewed by 37 customers

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Mar

26

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Great durability and functionality

By offtraildog

from Boulder, CO

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Stable

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Cold weather
    • Day hikes
    • Everyday
    • Wet Weather

    Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

    As a former footwear expert at REI, I have alot of experience fitting this shoe. Merrell's generally run 1/2 size short. The heel cup is medium in size but will snug-up with use and the toe-box is categorized as wide. I bought this shoe becuase of the full-length nylon shank in the midsole. I prefer stiffer footwear since I wear orthotics. I use this shoe as my everyday "sneaker" and also use it for trail running (i realize it is heavy but provides for a good workout and my feet do not hurt). The traction is good unless there is light snow on the ground. My wife uses the women's version and loves the shoe for dayhikes

    • Sizing:
    • Feels half size too small

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    30

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    bad quality

    By tamaulipas

    from Tamaulipas, Mexico.

    About Me Biologist

    Pros

    • Stabilizes Foot

    Cons

    • Hot
    • Not Durable/Wears Easily
    • Not Water Resistant
    • Poor Traction

    Best Uses

    • Every day use
    • Hiking

    Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

    Tengo un año con estsos zapatos y la verdad no sirvieron de mucho, ayer mismo se les cayo un pedazo de la suela, no pudieron aguantar frenar en una tiroleza. Despues de 2 dias de que los compre la suela se empezo a romper, a los 2 meses los 2 zapatos se habian roto exactamente en el mismo lugar y ya no tienen proteccion contra el agua, ademas de que retienen olores y la piel se mancho y luce como piel vieja.
    No volvere a comprar una suela Vibram nunca.
    No valen lo que pague por ellos.

    • Gift:
    • No

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

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    a big hole

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    the same happen in both shoes

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    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    26

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Happy Trails ...

    By Pseudo Digit

    from Phoenix, AZ

    About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

    Pros

    • Arch Support
    • Breathable
    • Comfortable/No Break-In
    • Dries Quickly
    • Durable
    • Great Traction
    • Shock-Absorbent

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • All Weather Conditions
      • Muddy Conditions
      • Rocky/Unstable Terrain

      Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

      Bought these for the stiff, solid, "grippy" sole. Here in the desert need the solid sole foundation for the rocks and cacti. A wimpy sole will fatigue your foot in no time flat. The gore-tex is nice during the monsoon season. Don't get too hot either. Great hiking shoe.

      • Gift:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      13

      2008

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      1 year and still going

      By jlizzie

      from New York, NY

      About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Great Traction
      • Shock-Absorbent
      • Stabilizes Foot

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • All Weather Conditions
        • Everyday
        • Grass
        • Mixed Terrain
        • Muddy Conditions
        • Paved Trails
        • Rocky/Unstable Terrain

        Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

        I have been wearing these shoes daily for the past year and love them. I work in theater and am on my feet all day long. Most shoes don't last more than 3 months with the abuse I give them. These have held up like a champ. I love being able to not have to worry about rain or snow, I have worn them hiking and they have never failed to support me. The only thing I have had to do is replace the insole, due to my incredible lack of arches.

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        4

        2008

        (1 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        good upper, weak soles

        By murdog

        from lockport, IL

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Versatile

        Cons

        • Wears Out Easily

        Best Uses

        • Trails

        Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

        These shoes were used for day hikes and every day use. They were used for about one year when the vibram soles started to wear though and bubble out. They also make a popping noise when I walk. [...]

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

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

        (1 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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        Apr

        27

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        fell apart

        By mattty

        from seattle

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

              The soles on these delaminated 1/2 through our trip in costa rica. These were the older version which were only worn a few times. The first pair I had worked well. I refused to buy the new version since they changed the design. The new ones are just badly design for hiking.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size

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

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              Nov

              28

              2007

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              2.0

              Not very impressed

              By Alaskan Hiker

              from Juneau, Alaska

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Water Resistant
              • Wide Enough

              Cons

              • Bad Sole Design
              • Sole Wears Out Quickly

              Best Uses

              • Day hikes
              • Everyday

              Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

              I bought these shoes since they fit so nice, though I did have buy half a size larger than normal. There are 2 major problems I had with this shoe. 1: When going up a mildly steep hill, the heel tends to slip, eventually creating blisters. 2: After about 2 months of wearing these shoes, I noticed one day that the nubs from the soles just disappeared. The circular grip from the vibram soles had apparently just fell of, voiding the shoe of any waterproofing capability. Seems pretty cheap for [$]dollar shoes.

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

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

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              Sep

              19

              2007

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              mow down anything in your path

              By matty dread

              from Sacramento, CA

              About Me Active & Fit, Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Attractive Design
              • Durable
              • Traction
              • Versatile
              • Waterproof

              Cons

              • Stiff until break in

              Best Uses

              • Trails
              • Wet Conditions
              • Winter Conditions

              Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

              took a while to break in, but once broken, great shoes. wore on a 7 mile backpack / fly fishing excursion, and these things stuck to wet, slimy granite like i was spiderman. also, waterproof. while cleaning fish or pumping water, i stood in 3 inches of water and feet did not get wet. i love em. [...]

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

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              Dec

              28

              2008

               
              5.0

              Great Shoes

              By Daryl71

              from Everett WA

              About Me Trail Jogger

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Arch Support
              • Breathable
              • Comfortable/No Break-In
              • Durable
              • Great Traction
              • Shock-Absorbent
              • Stabilizes Foot

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • All Weather Conditions
                • Everyday
                • Grass
                • Mixed Terrain
                • Muddy Conditions
                • Paved Trails
                • Rocky/Unstable Terrain

                Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

                Great hiking shoes. I used them in the AZ desert and the muddy trails of WA. Goretex works well for those shallow puddles and streams. Great traction, and great comfort for someone who suffers from heal spurs (me!).

                • Gift:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Nov

                8

                2008

                 
                5.0

                "Great shoe for the Money"

                By high country james

                from Colorado

                About Me Trail Jogger

                Pros

                • Dries Quickly
                • Great Traction
                • Stabilizes Foot

                Cons

                • Hot

                Best Uses

                • All Weather Conditions
                • Everyday
                • Grass
                • Mixed Terrain
                • Muddy Conditions
                • Paved Trails
                • Rocky/Unstable Terrain

                Comments about Merrell Chameleon Wrap Gore-Tex XCR Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

                like this shoe for the price onnce broken in couldn't be happier. Great all wheather shoe. was surprised that you could still wear them when it was warm.For a weather proof shoe thay breath really well.

                • Gift:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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