How to Choose Hiking Boots

From the street to the trail, the women's Merrell SpeedARC Matis hiking shoes propel you forward in comfort so you can enjoy going farther, faster.
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View all Merrell Women's Hiking ShoesBest Use | Hiking |
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Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Mesh/TPU |
Lining | Recycled mesh |
Midsole | FloatPro foam |
Support | Lightweight FlexPlate |
Outsole | Vibram Megagrip rubber |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 3.7 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
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U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
UK | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
EU | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 |
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I bought these for a hiking trip in the Caucus mountains. I wore them on 3 moderate hikes (7-9 miles each on rocky but maintained trails) and they are very torn up. More wear and tear than my Salomon boots I’ve used on many more hike over 8 years. I liked these shoes as they’re stylish, so i could wear them on off days in the city (which i did also 2-3 times outside of hiking) but also comfortable and could work for this level of hiking. I was surprised and disappointed in how well they held up. They’re still wearable but I would’ve expected them to be more intact for being worn under 10 times. Also found the fit to be narrow and took a few wears to be “broken in”. I’m almost always a 7 but opted for a 7.5 and even then was having to loosen the fit when in higher elevations
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I bought these as a sneaker and also for a trip to Colorado where I planned to do some light hiking. They were comfortable from the start! They provided good stability on the rocky terrain and my feet stayed cool with the breathable fabric. I got them a little wet a couple of times hiking in snow, but they dried out really quickly. I would definitely recommend these hiker sneakers for both daily wear as a sneaker and for a comfortable, lightweight hiker.
I was really surprised how much I liked these. They were definitely a bit of an investment for me, but I wanted to get a pair of shoes that I could wear a little more often. I have worn these on a few light hikes on gravel with my dogs, two days in downtown chicago, 6 miles each, and i now understand what "energy return" means. These shoes give you some extra "spring" in the ball mound of your foot and feel really lightweight. I like the lacing system but I think people will overtighten these if they're not familiar with how to use it. I haven't gotten them dirty yet - I don't want to! They're too pretty.
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I got these a few weeks ago and have been loving them! The design is modern and trendy, and I am obsessed with turquoise. I’m still getting used to the lacing system, but when I take my time to ensure they are on right, I think these are true to size. I’ve noticed they have great traction and good bounce.
I have a love-hate relationship with this shoe. For all intents and purposes, it is incredibly comfortable for every day errands and wear. I am hesitant to hike on uneven terrain with them, however, because of the incredibly high sole and propensity to twist an ankle. They are also hideous. They remind me of geriatric, knock off Hokas. The color scheme reminds me of a nurse and the aesthetics of these belong in a hospital. The tie mechanism is also far too long and needs to be tucked in at all times. They are, however, comfortable, so I struggle with this review.
I love the style, versatility, and bounce of these shoes. The lace system is unique and so easy. I am having issues with the shoes sliding up and down on my heel, though I believe I have the right size. I think if it were a traditional lace system I’d be able to quickly fix it by looping through the secondary loop holes, but am unsure how to adjust these. Overall, I really like these shoes and love that I can wear them on a hike, walk, or errands.
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Perfect if you want to blend in with the scene, but standout in style! I used these to go hiking, light walks around town, and grocery shopping! They’re absolutely as comfortable as my Moabs 2, and it’s even better that I can wear anywhere with any style! I do suggest a half size up for extra toe space. I accidentally had a grocery cart run over these, resulting in a streak, but I ended up wiping it down with just water and it cleaned up easily!
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When I first put these on in my house I loved them. They’re very supportive and comfortable. However after taking them on a walk in the woods I could not get the heel to stop slipping. I tried pulling the laces tighter but then they pinched the top of my foot. They’re definitely not too big- it’s a design flaw since you can’t put the “lace” through the top hole and it’s always too loose around the ankle. I’m really disappointed because they were quite expensive and ultimately would never survive even an easy hike. I don’t recommend you waste your money even though they are cute
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I really love these shoes. They’re unique, super comfy, and fun to wear. You can take them hiking on the mountains or out around town running errands without missing a beat. They’re my new favorite go-to shoe!
These shoes feel amazing with the arch support and the lace feature is unmatched. I feel so stylish wearing these shoes on a hike. Unfortunately my achilles heel was rubbed raw when I went on my hike.