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Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's
Lithe yet sturdy, the Vasque Taku GTX men's hiking boots feature waterproof protection and lightweight performance for support and comfort on your hiking adventures.
- Waterproofed, 2mm thick nubuck leather uppers with air-mesh nylon panels at collars keep boots light and breathable in warm temperatures
- Beefed up rubber toe bumpers help protect uppers and feet from abrasion and premature wear; heel loops offer easy entry
- Gore-Tex® liners are seam sealed to stop water leakage while allowing moisture vapor to escape
- 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
- Molded EVA midsoles offer lightweight cushioning and flexibility for all-day comfort on the trail
- Thermoplastic urethane plates add rigidity for support and control on uneven surfaces
- Vasque Taku GTX hiking boots have Vibram® Neo Day Hiker rubber outsoles to ensure solid traction over varied terrain
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Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (11)
- Ankle support (9)
- Good size/fit (9)
- Great traction (8)
- Lightweight (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Hiking (4)
- Sizing:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
92%
(11 reviews)
Feels too large
- Width:
Feels too narrow
Feels true to width
100%
(12 reviews)
Feels too wide
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (7), Avid adventurer (5)
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Dries Quickly
- Great Traction
- Lightweight
- Secure Fit
Cons
- Wears Out Quickly
Best Uses
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I replaced my worn out Clarion GTX boots with Wasatch GTX boots [...] and those lasted less than 2 months before the soles started splitting. I decided to go with the Taku GTX when I took my Wasatch boots in to be replaced, just becuase they are lighter and seem more breathable. I like the boots so far, after a month or so. The only problem I have right now is the rubber toe cap on one of the boots is starting to become unattached from the leather - I'm debating whether I should keep them until they really fall apart [...], replacing them right away with the same thing, or ordering a pair of Clarion GTX boots online. For now, I'd recommend them, but if I keep the pair I have and the separation gets worse, I'll post an update (and probably lower my rating).
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
- Secure Fit
Cons
- Coming Unglued
- Wears Out Quickly
Best Uses
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I ordered these boots based on past experience with the Vasque brand. This is the fourth pair I have owned, first pair of Taku's. I purchased these on 11/5 and have not had a chance to wear them hiking or anywhere other than work, which is a desk job. In several places the soles are already coming unglued from the leather. After less than two weeks of very light wear, I cannot see how these boots will ever hold up. Not to mention they are supposed to be waterproof. It is a shame, Vasque had always been my preferred brand of hiking/backpacking boots because they fit so well. For[$] they should hold up longer than 13 days. I will not buy another pair.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Coming Apart
Best Uses
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
Boots are very comfortable, BUT, after less than 20 hours of wear in a desert enviorment in Afghanistan the rubber toe guard started coming apart from the leather boot, which allows water and dirt to get into the boot. I've seen this problem listed within other comments so these boots definitely have issues. Hopefully I won't have a problem returning them and getting a pair of boots that will hold up to a dusty, mainly dry, occasional wet environment.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Secure Fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I have backpacked in these boots with a 40 lb pack (wife doesn't carry....) and hiked many a mile in these boots. The light weight with good support is just great.
After years of struggling with heel blisters through several generations of Asolos and Zamberlains, these are tender on my feet even when I forgot my Smartwools and hiked in worn street socks. I have two pair!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Secure Fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Day hikes
- Light Backpacking
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
It is a bit early to be sure, but I am very impressed with the overall balance of performance, weight and comfort of this boot for fast day hiking and light backpacking. They whizz uphill quite well.
The full leather/Goretex construction gives me hope they will hold up better than nylon/Gortex boots from my past. I need a stiff sole for my high arches--these provide adequate support without the weight of my normal 4-lb full-leather backpacking boots. Performance on several steep dayhikes gives me good reason to expect they will perform well on ultralight backpacking trips.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
- Secure Fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Hiking
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I bought these boots a week before my first ever Grand Canyon backpacking trip. My boyfriend and I were both concerned about blisters and breaking the boots in before the trip, but I am glad to say the boots were fantastic. No blisters, no hot spots, just happy feet all the way down and all the way out. (I did change out the insoles from the factory ones.) The only reason I'm not giving them 5 stars is because I haven't had them long enough to comment on their durability.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
- Lightweight
- Secure Fit
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I used to have a pair of Lowa Renegade boots and generally liked them, but they wore out too quickly considering the price. So I was looking for a replacement boot for 5-10 mile day hikes. I tried on some Asolos and liked those, but found that they did not keep my ankle in place. My foot is a little on the narrow side so that is a common problem for me. Enter the Vasque Taku, which fit like a dream from the moment I set foot inside of it. They fit so well I decided to roll the dice and purchase them. I took them on a couple short hikes to break them in and then went on a pretty rigorous mountain hike. The good news is that they are very comfortable and offer very good traction (I live in a very wet environment but these boots had no problem gaining traction on slippery rocks). The bad news is that I experienced a good deal of heel-rubbing and ended up getting a decent blister on one heel. I attribute this to my not wearing the proper socks and not fully breaking in the boot more than a defect in the boot. Also I am a little worried whether this boot is going to hold up but that seems to be the case with most hiking boots these days. All in all I think it is a pretty good boot in the mid-price day hiking range. Comfortable, water proof, and with good traction.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Secure Fit
Cons
- None yet
Best Uses
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I bought this boot for a water proof hiking boot. Problem is it looks so great I deciced to use it as going out dress boot. They run a little large. I normally wear a 10.5, but ended up settling on 10.0. I found a less expensive, lighter weight water proof boot for hiking...
- Sizing:
- Feels too large
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Great Traction
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I originally bought a pair of Zamberlan boots from Rei online, but when they arrived I was shocked at how stiff and uncomfortable they were. I thought maybe they just needed time to break in.. But I took them my REI store, and their shoe specialist told me that shoes need to be comfortable from the get-go, and suggested these Vasque boots. Immediately, they were comforable, and required no break-in period.
I am a lady, but I have size 10.5 feet, and the women's version of this shoe only comes in 10 and 11. So I go the men's 9.5. Perfect!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ankle Support
- Comfortable
- Dries Quickly
- Durable
- Great Traction
- Lightweight
- Pronation Control
- Secure Fit
Cons
Best Uses
- Climbing
Comments about Vasque Taku GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:
I LOVE these shoes....very Happy with my selection...feel good , Great Traction , comfortable, Light,NO sore feet after hours of hard climbing and hiking !!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
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