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$Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women\'s$

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Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's

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Vasque Bitterroot GTX women's hiking boots offer all-leather uppers, Gore-Tex waterproof protection and good support for durable backpacking performance.

Waterproofed, 2.4mm thick nubuck leather uppers are flexible, lightweight and durable for reliable performance in all conditions; rubber toe bumpers protect feet and uppers
Gore-Tex® inserts are seam-sealed to keep out water yet breathable enough to keep feet from overheating
Wicking nylon mesh linings absorb this excess moisture and disperse it for fast drying
Gusseted, padded tongues keep out trail debris and relieve pressure across insteps from lacing; padded collars add comfort around ankles
Dual-density EVA footbeds are anatomically shaped for support and offer extra cushioning underfoot
Molded polyurethane midsoles deliver plenty of cushioning and shock absorption for long days on the trail
Thermoplastic urethane shanks add rigidity for support and control on uneven surfaces and carrying heavy loads
Vasque Bitterroot GTX women's hiking boots feature long-lasting Vibram® rubber outsoles with a multidirectional lug pattern for dependable traction

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Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's Customer Reviews

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Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's

3.3

(based on 8 reviews)

63%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Great traction (5)
Ankle support (4)
Comfortable (4)
No break-in (4)
Water resistant (4)

Cons

Heavy (3)

Best Uses

Long-distance hiking (6)
Harsh terrain (5)
Heavy loads (3)
Wet / rain (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  88%
  (7 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  86%
  (6 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Arch Type:
- Low arch (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)

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Apr

2013

4.0

A sole you can trust

By NatureThrills

from Eden Prairie, MN

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Pros

Comfortable
Great Traction
No Break-in
Sturdy/Durable
Water Resistant

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Harsh Terrain
Long-Distance Hiking
Wet Conditions

Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

I bought these for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro because I needed a pair of durable and comfortable hiking boots that I could rely on in a variety of terrain. I am happy to report that these boots served their purpose well, and I was grateful to have footwear I could trust for the climb. I hiked with these in winter for a couple months prior to the trip and didn't have any issues breaking them in. The toe box is a little wide for my narrow feet, but they fit just right with two pairs of socks or one heavy pair. They may be a bit heavy for an easy summer day hike, but these will be my go-to pair for backcountry hiking and camping.

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Mar

2013

2.0

never ever ever broke in!

By jerika

from Arcata, CA

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Pros

Ankle Support
Good Arch Support
Great Traction

Cons

Heavy
Long Break-in
Too Stiff/Not Flexible
Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Harsh Terrain
Heavy Loads
Long-Distance Hiking

Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

Wore these boots every day for a 5 1/2 month duration while working on a backcountry trail crew. They were very sturdy and kept my feet and ankles safe, but they NEVER EVER EVER broke in! They were uncomfortable the entire season.

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Sep

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

So far so good - but check stitching

By NMoutside

from Northern New Mexico

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Pros

Width Of Toe Box

Cons

Stitching In Boot Tongue

Best Uses

Backpacking
Long-Distance Hiking

Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

I have had these boots for one backpack trip. The ankle support seems adequate/good so far. No problem with breaking in. However, the stitching in the tongue of the boot - was finished with a very rough knot. This knot has rubbed against my ankle on the downhill part of the trip. I had not noticed this while wearing this in the store. So - check the inside of the tongue before purchase. I'm going to see if a boot repair shop can modify in some way.

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Sep

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Poor quality

By Katie-did

from Berkeley, Ca

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Pros

Ankle Support
Comfortable
Good Arch Support
Great Traction
No Break-in
Warm
Water Resistant

Cons

Not Durable/ Wears Easily

Best Uses

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

Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

I bought these boots because I killed two pairs of lightweight boots in one season. Unfortunately these were no different.

These boots were great for their first week of backpacking. However, the seams showed wear and year by week two! The boots eaked out only season of backpacking for work, ~ 300 miles, before I literally felt like they were going to fall apart. Thank goodness REI takes anything back.

On the bright side, they never gave me blisters :)

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Apr

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Big foot is happy

By Kitsambler

from Seattle WA

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Pros

Ankle Support
Comfortable
Great Traction
No Break-in
Sturdy/Durable
Water Resistant

Cons

Difficult Laces
Heavy

Best Uses

Harsh Terrain
Long-Distance Hiking

Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

I wear a women's size 11 and this Vasque last is a bit longer than the very similar Vasque Wasatch which was my previous boot. So my toes don't run into the boot! Yay! I am walking in Europe, 4 weeks of 12-15 miles a day with 18 pounds of pack weight. The trails in Europe can be incredibly stony (think eroded streambeds) so a stiff sole and respectable ankle support are essential. These boots fill that bill. And they accommodate my custom orthotics easily. My only complaint is that the laces don't stay tied for more than about an hour, even with double knotting.

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Oct

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Backpacker Editor's Choice- Apr 11

By sweerek

from Dayton, OH

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Cons

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Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

Backpacker Magazine in Apr 11 rated these boots as one of 8 mid-duty Editor's Choice. Top in classic leather catagory.

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Sep

2011

(2 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Disappointed

By plfilley

from Omaha

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Pros

Retro

Cons

Small toe box
Uncomfortable
Unilateral inconsistency

Best Uses

Boat Anchor

Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

[$] for a pair of boots [...]. I found the toe box very narrow and the boots did not seem to be uniform from side to side. If I could return them even for a fraction of what I paid for them...I would! Why is it that boots always seem fine until you wear them for a couple of days...then you own a boat anchor...ugh!

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Jun

2011

(16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Yes!

By rosimak

from Denali National Park, AK

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Pros

Ankle Support
Comfortable
Great Traction
No Break-in
Sturdy/Durable
Warm
Water Resistant

Cons

Heavy

Best Uses

Day Hiking
Harsh Terrain
Heavy Loads
Long-Distance Hiking
Wet Conditions

Comments about Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boots - Women's:

I bought these boots because I need new ones for trekking in Nepal this fall. I was going to wait until then to review them, but I recently took them on a test run in the backcountry of Denali, and I was impressed. I'm hard on boots; the only ones that have lasted more than one season so far are the heavy-duty Montrails I bought a couple years ago, but I think these boots will give even those a run for their money. In an 8-hour day hike on my first wearing of these boots, I hiked off trail in gravel beds, tundra meadows, and high, narrow, rocky ridges. I splashed through creeks and went scree-running down an 800ft talus slope. After all this, I came away dry, with no blisters, rocks in my shoes, or sore ankles or toes. Pretty impressive. These boots are heavy, but I was expecting that. I'm looking for something that will last me more than one or two summers and hold up to some heavy abuse, while being supportive enough to backpack in and comfortable enough to wear for 12-14 hours of hiking. I think these will be it. I'll keep you posted as I wear them more and have them longer, but since they did so well the first time out and there were no reviews yet, I figured I'd say something now!