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Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women\'s

Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's

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Waterproof yet highly breathable, the mid-height Merrell Moab Ventilator light hikers work hard on all your warm- and wet-weather active endeavors.

  • Waterproof Dura leather and nylon ventilator mesh uppers offer ample breathability, flexibility and support for long-lasting performance
  • Rubber toe bumpers and heel wraps protect your feet and uppers from bumps and abrasions
  • Mesh padded tongues protect insteps against lace pressure without inhibiting breathability
  • Gore-Tex® XCR® seam-sealed inner booties offer a new level of breathability while retaining complete waterproof protection
  • Linings are treated with AEGIS Microbe Shield® antimicrobial technology to help keep odors at bay
  • Q-Form™ alignment system provides women with a precise anatomic fit for superb, tailored comfort
  • Removable, anatomic footbeds add cushioning for improved comfort
  • Full-length, compression-molded EVA midsoles supply cushioning and support for all-day wear
  • Air Cushion® heel pockets provide extra shock-absorption under heels and help stabilize your footstrike
  • Molded nylon arch shanks increase stability and support
  • Vibram® Multi-Sport™ outsoles with TC5+ rubber and 5mm lugs deliver reliable traction on both wet and dry surfaces

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 7.

Imported.

Item 754666

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Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Hiking
Over-the-ankle
Lace-up
Yes
Leather/synthetic leather/nylon mesh
Waterproof breathable membrane/nylon
EVA
Nylon arch shank
Rubber
Women's
29 ounces
Footwear height
Footwear closure
Waterproof
Upper
Lining
Midsole
Support
Outsole
Gender
Average weight

Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's Customer Reviews

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Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's
 
3.8

(based on 56 reviews)

74%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great traction (54)
  • Comfortable (41)
  • Water resistant (40)
  • Ankle support (36)
  • Sturdy/durable (24)

Cons

  • Poor laces (10)
  • Uncomfortable (9)
  • Not durable/ wears easily (6)
  • Not water resistant (4)
  • Not comfortable (3)

Best Uses

  • Day hiking (38)
  • Wet / rain (28)
  • Everyday (26)
  • Cold / extreme (21)
  • Harsh terrain (17)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      91% 

      (52 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      97% 

      (31 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • High arch (12), Low arch (7)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual/ recreational (39), Avid adventurer (11), Environmentalist (3)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (29)

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(19 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Great for warm weather hiking!

By ihike

from Hawaii

About Me Avid Adventurer

See all my reviews

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Great Traction
  • Merrell fits MY feet
  • Non-slip sole
  • Stable
  • Water Resistant

Cons

  • Foot pad thin

Best Uses

  • Backcountry
  • Day hikes
  • Light to med hiking
  • Wet Weather

Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

For the price it doesn't get better! Merrell understands MY feet (high arches, no padding on balls of feet). I ordered my first pair of Merrells on line last year (Merrell Thermo 6)after doing MUCH research and review reading. I could not have been happier! I live in Hawaii and we have very limited resources for hiking/camping equipment, so I have to (with the help only of reviews) buy on line. I was planning a longer than usual hike in warm weather that required a sturdy shoe. My thermo 6's are just too hot for Hawaii, so I researched Merrell again, deciding on the Moab-mid gore-tex. I read several reviews that said the fit was 1 size off, and several said size was spot on. I decided that I would go only a 1/2 size up, and I got lucky! With my hiking socks on these fit like a dream! I used these for a few shorter hikes (no break in was required),and on my 22 mile (r/t) to Kalalau with a 30lb pack. These boots have been through streams, rain forests, over rocks, roots and desert like conditions and did not let me down!! I did add an extra foot pad, b/c I knew the balls of my feet would hurt. With that said, these are some good boots!

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

(16 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

Failed on their first mission trip

By onamission

from Indianapolis, IN

About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

  • Ankle Support
  • Arch Support
  • Comfortable/No Break-In
  • Flexible
  • Great Traction

Cons

  • Difficult Laces
  • Not Durable/ Wears Easily

Best Uses

    Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

    I participate on missions trips to remote places in the world. I have not gone through too many boots over the years because most (Salomon, Nike) have lasted. The Moabs literaly failed on their first mission trip in the jungles of Panama. The black material around the toes completely came apart at the seam on both boots after just two days of use. This allowed water to seep into the boots simply by walking through shallow puddles. I do not recommend, not even for casual use.

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

    (12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    I love Merrells, but not these

    By HH

    from Madison, WI

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

          I normally really love Merrells, and I was initially delighted when I bought these. Unfortunately, I've had to change my mind. Because of the placement of the mesh on the toe,and the stiffness of the toe in general, these developed a sharp crease where the shoe bends at the toe. Normally this is spread out across the toe, so it's not a problem, but with these, there wasn't enough stiff reinforcement to prevent a sharp crease. The crease rubbed the top of my toes every time I took a step- very uncomfortable. I tried several types of insoles to fill the space, but nothing worked for me. So, these're great if the pair you get doesn't crease like mine did!

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

          (9 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          Wished they had worked

          By moongirl

          from Atlanta, GA

          About Me Casual/Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Ankle Support
          • Great Traction

          Cons

          • Not Comfortable

          Best Uses

            Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

            I love Merrells but these did not work for me. Like for another reviewer, they creased right across the bottom of my toes and it was extremely uncomfortable. I am desperate to find a pair of lightweight boots that fit correctly so I brought them home and wore them around the house - but they didn't get better. I had to return them. Other than that they seemed like they'd be great boots - which is why I tried so hard to make them work!

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size

            (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Merrell is awesome

            By Jen the Ranger

            from WI

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            See all my reviews

            Pros

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

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Cold weather
              • Day hikes
              • Everyday
              • Wet Weather

              Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

              I work 40 hours a week on my feet in a state park. I wear these shoes everyday and they have kept my feet happy and blister free. I have worked in damp conditions and downpours and my feet are dry and the traction worked well and I can climb over slippery wet rocks without a problem.
              The left shoe did require a few steps to get the stiffness out of the toe area. But after a few minutes the stiffness was gone and the shoes have worked wonderfully.

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

              (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Worth every penny

              By hiking mama

              from Falls Church, VA

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

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

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Cold weather
                • Day hikes
                • Wet Weather

                Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

                These were my first "real" pair of hiking boots. I hiked in them for 4 consecutive days and many miles all through Bryce Canyon and Zion - through snow, wet slick rock, dry dirt and scrambling up rocky trails. Never had a blister, no hot spots; nothing but great support and comfort.

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

                (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Great Boots!

                By happyharby

                from Dalllas, TX

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

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

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Backcountry
                  • Hiking
                  • Steep Terrain

                  Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

                  I wore these to hike trails at the Grand Canyon, Big Bend, and Buffalo River. They're sturdy little boots and they've kept my feet comfy and dry. The price was very reasonable, and they're cute too. Enjoy!

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

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Excellent buy for Machu Picchu and more

                  By mhd3w

                  from Chicago, IL

                  About Me Casual/Recreational

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

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

                  Cons

                  • Weak arch support

                  Best Uses

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

                  Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

                  I bought these for a 4-day trek to Machu Picchu in January (the rainy season). I also used them to hike up a few smaller mountains beforehand. These shoes performed amazingly.

                  No break in required, no blisters.

                  My feet felt great no matter how much hiking I did. In wet weather, my feet stayed dry and the shoes gripped slippery terrain with no problem. These shoes are also light enough to wear around town or with lighter hiking.

                  Only notable fault was that the one day I chose to wear thin athletic socks, my arches felt a bit strained at the end of the day. With thicker socks (wool), however, they were perfect.

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

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  good hiking boot

                  By homeofthebrave

                  from Kansas City

                  About Me Casual/Recreational

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Ankle Support
                  • Arch Support
                  • Comfortable/No Break-In
                  • Flexible
                  • Great Traction

                  Cons

                  • Difficult Laces

                  Best Uses

                  • Day Hiking
                  • Everyday
                  • Harsh Terrain

                  Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

                  Only thing I didn't like - had to replace laces as they wouldn't stay tied - too slippery.

                  • Gift:
                  • No

                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Boots made of my dreams.

                  By ckberke

                  from GA

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Ankle Support
                  • Comfortable
                  • Good Arch Support
                  • Great Traction
                  • Sturdy/Durable
                  • Water Resistant

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Day Hiking
                    • Everyday
                    • Light Loads

                    Comments about Merrell Moab Mid Gore-Tex XCR Hiking Boots - Women's:

                    I've worn these boots for every hike i've been on for almost a full year, in different kinds of weather conditions (just about everything except snow and ice), and for distances typically ranging between 5-16 miles. I've worn them in canyons, forests, deserts, on mountains, and even in a stream or two (accidentally, of course!). And if i could think of something i don't like about these boots, i'd list it. But truth be told, these are the best hiking boots i've ever had. It's designed for the average foot of an average hiker and that makes for a perfect combination.

                    Equally important is that they're well-suited for different terrains; whether the ground is flat or uneven, wet or dry, solid or unstable, these boots give me incredible grip. Another thing worth noting is the ankle support. I spent a bit of the past year with a healing ankle and these boots provide just the right amount of support; they don't restrict movement, but there's enough there to help you catch yourself if you turn an ankle.

                    Construction wise, they're decent quality with more bang than i was expecting for my buck. With as quickly as they were broken in, i was worried they'd wear out quickly, too. Fortunately, after near-daily use, they've lasted about 8-9 months. Although it's about time for me to go buy a new pair, i still wear the ones i have to for short hikes and casual use.

                    All in all, i can honestly say i've never had a more comfortable, reliable pair of boots.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

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