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Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men\'s

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    Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's

    • $230.00
    5
    (17)

    Item # 830165

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    Lightweight and waterproof, the Asolo Drifter GV hiking boots offer a great all-around package for day hikes and overnight trips with light loads.

    • Water-resistant suede leather is paired with tough, high-tenacity nylon to ensure that the uppers are durable and flexible and offer good support and breathability
    • Gusseted scree tongues and padded ankle cuffs add protective comfort at ankles; rubber toe bumpers protect against impact and abrasion
    • Gore-Tex® waterproof liners let feet breathe while protecting them from the elements, keeping them dry and comfortable
    • Wicking nylon linings quickly pull excess moisture away from feet for enhanced comfort
    • Thermoplastic urethane plates provide torsional stability while protecting feet from stone bruising
    • Vibram® rubber outsoles on the Asolo Drifter GV hiking boots feature a tread pattern optimized for grip on descents and good forefoot protection and grip

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    Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Hiking
    Over-the-ankle
    Lace-up
    Yes
    Suede leather/high tenacity nylon
    Gore-Tex waterproof breathable membrane/nylon
    EVA
    Thermoplastic urethane plate
    Vibram rubber
    2 lbs. 11 oz.
    Men's
    Footwear height
    Footwear closure
    Waterproof
    Upper
    Lining
    Midsole
    Support
    Outsole
    Average footwear weight (pair)
    Gender

    Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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    Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's
     
    4.6

    (based on 17 reviews)

    88%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (14)
    • Ankle support (11)
    • Good size/fit (11)
    • Lightweight (11)
    • Durable (7)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Hiking (8)
      • Backpacking (4)
        • Sizing:
        • Feels too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          100% 

          (16 reviews)

          Feels too large

           
        • Width:
        • Feels too narrow

           

          Feels true to width

           

          100% 

          (16 reviews)

          Feels too wide

           
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Avid adventurer (6), Casual/ recreational (6)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (15)

      Reviewed by 17 customers

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      5.0

      Great boots

      By Delphinian

      from New York, NY

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      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Secure Fit
      • Water resistant

      Cons

      • Too Stiff

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Hiking
      • Travel

      Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

      I bought these shortly before a trip to Ecuador, trying to find a boot I could use for both hiking in the Andes mountains and in the Amazon jungle. I also needed a boot that would break in quickly since I only had 5 days before the trip. These were very stiff initially but they hugged my foot very well which is why I tried them. I would have preferred more breakin time but they were comfortable enough on first wear to use. The only hot spot was around the top of the ankle. The foot bed is also designed in an interesting shape so I found myself having to adjust my gait when I initially put these on.

      After about 50 miles of wear these felt great and broke in nicely. They breathe well but provide just enough insulation that my feet weren't cold in the mountains. They kept both rain and puddle water out. And they seems to shed dirt very well since I was in some fairly muddy places and the boots still look like they're out of the box.

      I would recommend this as a great all-season, all-purpose boot.

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

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      5.0

      Love my boots!

      By sb5

      from St. Charles, MO

      About Me Senior Outdoorsman

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      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Great Traction
      • Secure Fit

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Hiking

        Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

        Ready to hit part of the AT for first time. Looked at a lot of boots. Friends told me you will know the right boot when you put it on. I knew. These boots are extremely comfortable and supportive. Traction has been great. I've had the chance to test them in snow, mud, water, and different terrain. Like them so much, I've even worn them just out and about.

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

        Comment on this review

         
        4.0

        Awesome Boots

        By hikingIndian

        from Phoenix, AZ

        About Me Outdoors person

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        Pros

        • Ankle Support
        • Comfortable
        • Lightweight
        • Secure Fit

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Hiking

          Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

          Great shoes. Could not get better than this. Gave it 4 stars as it hurts near top at times. Seems like need to lace differently but I recommend this to everyone. Used it mostly in the desert and it holds pretty good on bare rocks too.

          Real test yet to happen as I got this for very tropical (wet and slippery) hikes in India. Hope it holds good there.

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

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          3.0

          Ankle Bruisers

          By VJara

          from Alhambra, CA

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          Pros

          • Ankle Support
          • Durable
          • Great Traction
          • Secure Fit

          Cons

          • Too Stiff
          • Uncomfortable

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Hiking

          Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

          I really wanted to love these boots, but after a 65+ mile break in period on everything from average to steep and rugged terrain, they are still stiff and painful. I am all for the usual break in period, but this is just too much. Aside from a few blisters, my biggest gripe is the bruising on the front of my ankles which gets worse and worse with long descents. I'm going back to La Sportiva.

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

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          5.0

          Like a glove

          By Grg32

          from Va

          About Me Casual/Recreational

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          Pros

          • Comfortable

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

              Hiked the AT in these.....feet were never a problem

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

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              5.0

              Great Boots

              By Ozgur

              from Ankara, Turkey

              About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/Recreational

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              Pros

              • Ankle Support
              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Backpacking

                Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

                I use it for hiking and extended backpacking weekends. Although it is quite lightweight, it gives no trouble with heavy backpack either. Highly recommended!

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

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                4.0

                Great boot

                By Todd G

                from Sublimity, OR

                About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/Recreational

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                Pros

                • Ankle Support
                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Lightweight
                • Secure Fit

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Climbing

                  Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

                  I am a chukar hunter and these boots were great. The terrain is rugged and these boots were very comfortable and light. Highly recommend them. Had a little issue my first time out where the ankle support bruised my ankle; I believe this was a result of not breaking them in before going in such rugged terrain.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
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                  • No

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                  5.0

                  A solid performer

                  By Beeze

                  from North Carolina

                  About Me Casual/Recreational

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                  Pros

                  • Ankle Support
                  • Comfortable
                  • Durable
                  • Great Traction
                  • Secure Fit
                  • Waterproof

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Hiking

                    Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

                    The Asolo Drifter have proven to be a great investment. I wore them to work a couple days before taking them out hiking; they felt fine. The first weekend, I did a quick 9 mile hike and these felt great - no hot spots or blisters (I was wearing REI hiking socks). I was skeptical of the claims of no breaking needed, but no more! The next weekend, I did 12.5 miles in rain and snow, and my feet stayed dry and warm, traction on the trails and wet rocks was great... and again, no blisters or hot spots. Good lacing means I can adjust the support, and the exterior and tough toe casing should serve well. I'm confident these will serve me well for my Nepal/Everest Base Camp trek in November.

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

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                    5.0

                    Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots

                    By DirtyRed

                    from atlanta, GA

                    About Me Avid Adventurer

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                    Pros

                    • Ankle Support
                    • Comfortable
                    • Dries Quickly
                    • Durable
                    • Great Traction
                    • Lightweight
                    • None
                    • Pronation Control
                    • Secure Fit

                    Cons

                    • None

                    Best Uses

                    • Hiking

                    Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

                    While hiking in North Carolina in February, we left Atlanta with a weather forecast of 50 degrees and sunny. Nothing could have been further from the truth! We ended up getting 12 inches of snow and hit a low of 10 F. The hike along the AT crossed several large streams and the boots performed perfectly. I was kept warm and dry the entire hike. These are very versatile, rugged and well made boots. A++

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
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                    • No

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                    5.0

                    Awesome boot

                    By surfnsd

                    from San Diego

                    About Me Avid Adventurer

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                    Pros

                    • Ankle Support
                    • Comfortable
                    • Durable
                    • Great Traction
                    • Lightweight
                    • Secure Fit

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Hiking

                      Comments about Asolo Drifter GV Hiking Boots - Men's:

                      I bought these as a birthday gift to myself and Im very glad I did. I used them all through the catskills of New York this last December and they more then exceeded my expectations. My feet were kept warm and dry through the rain and the snow. The weather ranged from 34 degrees with rain all the way to 9 degrees with lots of snow. Great traction getting through the different terrains as well. I wasnt able to wear these in before I left and had no problem just putting them on right out of the box and taking off on my hikes. No pains in my feet or pressure points and very comfortable from day one. I asked for the best boot and I certainly received it. VERY happy with these and look forward to future adventures with them.

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
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                      • No

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