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Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's

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Garmont Vetta Hike GTX hiking boots meld the fast-and-light ethos with an off-trail, scrambling-ready platform that boasts Gore-Tex® protection.

  • Tough, water-repellent suede leather uppers offer lasting performance on and off the trail; nylon mesh underlays increase breathability and flexibility
  • Lacing eyelets are placed to ensure that the uppers closely hug the foot for a secure, supportive fit
  • Gore-Tex® XCR® seam-sealed membranes deliver waterproof protection when toughing out inclement weather or crossing streams
  • Crafted with Anatomically Directed Design®, the boot optimizes out-of-box fit and minimizes break-in time
  • Nylon linings wick perspiration away and then dry quickly to keep your feet cool and comfortable
  • Oversized rubber toe bumpers help protect feet and boots when rocks or roots appear in your path
  • EVA and polyurethane midsoles are lightweight and responsive, providing all-day comfort, whether you're hauling a heavy pack or bagging a peak
  • Thermoplastic urethane arch plates optimize shock dispersion, stabilize the midfoot and allow natural flex at the forefoot
  • Vibram rubber outsoles on the Garmont Vetta Hike GTX hiking boots feature aggressive self-cleaning lugs for traction and control on various surfaces

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 8.

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Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's Specs
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Description
Best use
Hiking
Over-the-ankle
Lace-up
Yes
Suede leather/nylon mesh
Gore-Tex waterproof breathable membrane/nylon
EVA/polyurethane
Thermoplastic urethane arch plate
Vibram rubber
2 lbs. 8.5 oz.
Men's
Footwear height
Footwear closure
Waterproof
Upper
Lining
Midsole
Support
Outsole
Average footwear weight (pair)
Gender

Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's
 
3.8

(based on 5 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good size/fit (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

        • Sizing:

        • Feels too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          100% 

          (3 reviews)

          Feels too large

           
        • Width:

        • Feels too narrow

           

          Feels true to width

           

          100% 

          (3 reviews)

          Feels too wide

           
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (4)

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      Feb

      7

      2013

       
      5.0

      Good traction on Snow / ICE

      By dhillon

      from San Jose, CA

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      Pros

      • Ankle Support
      • Great Traction
      • Lightweight
      • Secure Fit

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Climbing

        Comments about Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

        Use these boots overnight Camping / Hiking in
        snow in Yosemite last month. Hiked in the foot deep
        snow almost half of the hike and feet stayed dried.
        Toe's got cold after some times hiking when shoe
        were under snow for a while but after cleaning the
        snow off the shoes, the toe's were back to normal.
        The shoe gave very good traction on snow and ice.
        The grip on bolder is also very good.

        • 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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        Dec

        19

        2012

         
        4.0

        nice sale price

        By Alaska Chad

        from Seward, AK

        About Me Casual/Recreational, Professional/Guide

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        Pros

        • Secure Fit

        Cons

        • Holds Odors

        Best Uses

          Comments about Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

          I use the boots as daily shoes and thru the winter the icy conditions prove to be a bit challenging with such a hard tread. The fit was good, traction in loose dirt great, water proof a plus. The stitching and rubber has not separated in the 3 months of daily use. The boot was a bit stiff, after a couple weeks of wear it has loosened up comfortably. The sale price of the boot makes it a great deal.

          • 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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          Aug

          14

          2012

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          found them to be very comfortable

          By xNPSranger

          from Seattle

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          Comments about Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

          I've only put 10 miles on these this past weekend out in the Olympics but I found them to be very comfortable and to offer good support on a rocky trail. Fortunately, I can't speak to the question of how waterproof they are as we had great weather.
          Sturdy but light weight.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jul

          26

          2012

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          garmont vetta hike GTX hiking boots

          By abominable no man

          from los angeles CA

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          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Great Traction
          • Pronation Control
          • Secure Fit

          Cons

          • Not Waterproof

          Best Uses

            Comments about Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

            these boots are great for southern california desert and dry mountainous camping/ hiking !! good support and lightweight !! they arent the best waterproof boots so i wouldnt get these if you are in a wet marshy area or an area with a lot of snow but they are good for areas like so cal and dry mountainous or desert areas!!

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Jul

            19

            2012

            (6 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            Worst boots ever!!! DO NOT BUY.

            By Jimbo Section Hiker

            from Boston, MA

            About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/Recreational

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            Pros

              Cons

              • Holds Odors
              • Not Waterproof
              • Poor Drainage
              • Too Stiff
              • Uncomfortable

              Best Uses

                Comments about Garmont Vetta Hike GTX Hiking Boots - Men's:

                These Boots are absolutely horrible!!! They are NOT WATER PROOF by ANY means. I broke these boots in at home for a week or so then wore them when I hiked The East Coast Trail in Newfoundland (110 miles). First day I walked through some 1-2 foot high wet grass and in less than 10 min these boots soaked up water like a paper towel. Even with leg gators on. They filled with water, and then did not drain. They didn't stand any chance of staying dry in the mud or anything with water in it. And when it did rain it was even worse. I might as well have started every morning of my hike by pouring x2 cups of water in my boots before putting them on. They never could fully dry and where stiff throughout the entire hike (7-days) and wreaked my feet very bad. Ruined my hike. Also the laces do not fully tighten all the way and often come loose when hiking. These where my 2nd pair of Garmont boot I've ever had and will absolutely be my last. DO NOT BUY THESE BOOTS, if you plan to use them for hiking.

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

                Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

                (6 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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