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Hiking, biking, trail running, rock hopping—these rugged, supportive Vasque Mantra cross-training shoes are ready for just about anything.

Polyurethane-coated nubuck leather uppers offer durability, flexibility and water resistance; nylon airmesh provides breathability for comfort
Padded cuffs and tongues provide comfort on the go; heel loops aid entry
Quick-drying nylon linings disperse excess moisture buildup
Removable dual-density footbeds add cushioning to compression-molded EVA midsoles for all-day cushioning and shock absorption
Lightweight Vibram® Ananasi rubber outsoles have specific lugs for thrust, braking, stability and support to give you the traction you need

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Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's Customer Reviews

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Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's

3.8

(based on 17 reviews)

81%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (16)
Lightweight (11)
Durable (7)
Great traction (7)
Arch support (5)

Cons

Poor cushioning (3)

Best Uses

Mixed terrain (10)
Everyday (8)
Paved trails (6)
Rocky/unstable terrain (5)
All weather conditions (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  89%
  (8 reviews)
  Feels too large
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  89%
  (8 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (15)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)

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Mar

2008

(6 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Wears out too soon

By kim in the canyon

from scottsdale az

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Attractive Design
Comfortable

Cons

Wears Out Easily

Best Uses

Trails

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

Wow havent had it a year and I now need to get a new boot, this one has already worn out. My feet feel every rock on the trail - good for light hiking if you want to buy a new boot once a year. I got new insoles from REI and still not enough cushion. I would consider Ive hike maybe 30 - 40 miles in them total.

Apr

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Love My Vasque Mantra's!

By RKA Trails

from Downey CA

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker, Yosmite Eastern Sierras

See all my reviews

Pros

Ankle Support
Comfortable
Durable
Good Cushioning
Great Traction
Lightweight
Looks great
Stabilizes Foot

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday
Mixed Terrain
Rocky/Unstable Terrain

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

I purchased my Vasque Mantra's on Tuesday, then headed for the Mt. Wilson Trail on the weekend...hiked round trip without any prior breaking in...the shoes are great! I'm VERY happy with them, no complaints at all. I've seen other reviews complaining about the lack of cushioning but again, I have no complaints, the cushioning feels just fine to me.

Feb

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Exactly what I needed for light hiking

By Geology Guide

from Yucca Valley, CA

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Mixed Terrain

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

I've been a hiker and backpacker for over 30 years. I have always used mid-height all-leather boots because I liked the stability, but I decided to try a trail shoe for light hiking. I was a little hesitant to do this because I have put on some pounds in my later years and am a bit heavyset, but I have no regrets so far.

I've had these two weeks, including 4 days of hiking various terrain in Death Valley National Park. I found them comfortable and stable, with no problems at all with hotspots or blisters. At the end of hikes, I usually pull off my boots for more comfortable shoes, but I found myself choosing to keep these on. They aren't clunky and have a casual enough look that I was fine wearing them to restaurants for dinner.

The only down side I noticed: on a trail consisting entirely of large gravel, I did feel the rocks a little bit through the sole of the shoe. It wasn't uncomfortable, just different from what I am used to with a heavier boot.

May

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Not good for hiking

By kerryrobb

from Santa Rosa, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Poor cushioning

Best Uses

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

I bought this show because I was looking for a good lightweight hiking shoe for summer. But the first time I tried it, I had to cut my hike short after only three miles on pretty easy terrain. It doesn't rub, and the shoe is comfortable, but it barely has any cushioning.

This shoe would probably be fine for city walking and light hiking, but not for much else.

Sep

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Love them--stable, comfy, good traction.

By anne.bug

from Santa Clara

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

See all my reviews

Pros

Ankle Support
Comfortable
Good Arch Support
Great Traction
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday
Mixed Terrain
Paved Trails

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

I've used these boots for the last two months, once or twice a week, hiking 5-10 miles at a time, with elevation gains of about 500-1000 feet, on mixed trails. Some hikes lasted all day, and others for just a couple of hours.

These shoes are very stable with good grip on scree-filled, rocky trails. Usually, I'm terrified of slipping, but these shoes held fast, even on the steeper, narrower trails, so that I actually began to feel confident about uphill climbs.

The other notable feature is the excellent arch support; I fractured one of the metatarsals, so it tends to act up if the shoes I wear do not have enough support in the arch. These do, so no foot pain or swelling, even after hiking all day.

These have a large toe box, so they do not pinch my pinky or big toes, even after hiking all day. I did not feel the need to remove the shoes even after wearing them for 8 hours or so.

One can feel the ground's texture underfoot somewhat, but it's never affected my ability to continue hiking. I wore these right out of the box, and have not had any problems with hotspots or blisters.

Jun

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Love them!

By MondoRoamer

from Florida

About Me City Walker, Recreational Walker/Hiker

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Great Traction
Lightweight
Stabilizes Foot

Cons

Poor Arch Support

Best Uses

Everyday
Mixed Terrain
Paved Trails

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

I love my Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes, and am finally buying replacements for the two pairs I've owned since 2007.

I travel long term in third world countries. and these are the only shoes I wear every day, since I will not risk foot injuries with sandals. I alternate between pairs, allowing each to dry/air out after a day of walking. They've been on city, country, and hilly day-hikes up to 12 hours all over SE Asia, as well as the US and Europe.

Never depending on factory-installed insoles, I opt instead for Superfeet, and the combination is perfect.

Oct

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great shoes

By krod

from San Diego, CA

About Me Gym Rat

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable/No Break-In
Durable

Cons

Poor Cushioning

Best Uses

Everyday

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

They were perfect once I got some custom insoles in them. Wear them daily to work and walk an average of 3-5 miles per day.

Jul

2008

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

good rock scrambling shoe

By Freund der Berge

from Santa Barbara, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Versatile

Cons

Wears Out Easily

Best Uses

HotDry Conditions
Rock scrambling
Short Hikes

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

So far I have used this shoe for some short hikes (2-3hrs) over rocky terrain and all day field research. They provided good traction while I scrambled over big rocks in the desert and were still comfortable after a hot day in the field (I tend to blisters). The upper leather looked worn pretty quickly which I didn't like. I have a wide foot and they feel a little narrow. (Normally I'm a 6.5, this shoe I got in a 7, I'm thinking b/c of the width). With a normal/narrow foot they should be true to size though, coz they're a bit long for my feet.

Jul

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

...nice...!!!

By rockanroller

from colorado springs

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Attractive Design
Comfortable
Good Padding
Lightweight
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Canyon hikes
Dog walking
Pavement
Strength Training
Trails

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

mantra is great ! good looking shoe with excellent traction. my 95 pound dog sometimes pulls me down trails, but i can keep up wearing these comfy shoes. reminds me of mocassins...nimble like a runner, but more of an outdoor sport shoe. great for hiking canyons & rocks. fits like a glove! nice!

Jan

2012

5.0

Love them!

By SheriAM

from Greensboro, NC

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

See all my reviews

Pros

Ankle Support
Comfortable
Durable
Good Arch Support
Good Cushioning
Great Traction
Lightweight
Stabilizes Foot

Cons

Best Uses

All Weather Conditions
Mixed Terrain
Paved Trails
Rocky/Unstable Terrain

Comments about Vasque Mantra Cross-Training Shoes - Women's:

I had been wanting a nice pair of hiking shoes and these more than exceed my expectations. They support my feet well and look great. I could not be happier with my purchase and they are totally worth every penny!