How to Choose Hiking Boots

Made for everyday trail outings, the men's Vasque Horizon Mid Waterproof hiking boots offer added ankle protection without being clunky. VasqueDry® waterproofing helps to keep the elements out.
Imported.
View all Vasque Men's Day Hiking BootsBest Use | Hiking |
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Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Waterproof | Yes |
Type of Waterproofing | VasqueDry waterproof technology |
Upper | 1.6-1.8 mm waterproof nubuck leather |
Midsole | High energy return EVA + 20% sugarcane |
Outsole | Rubber |
Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 1 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | |
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U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
U.S. Women's | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 12 | |||||||
UK | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
EU | 39 | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 |
Foot Length (in.) | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12.2 | 12.6 | 13 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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I recently purchased these boots, At first I thought I would have to send them back because they caused blisters on the back of my heels. But I liked that they were light weight and had sticky souls for scrambling so I stuck with them, It took about 20 miles but I got them broke in to my feet. I have scrambled up rocks , walked through mud and water, and I like them no leaks my feet aren't tired so I am glad I stuck with them.
This is my third Vasque hiking boot, and by far the most comfortable. I was pleasantly surprised by the cushioned sole as the 2 older boots were quite firm. The tread is a nice design and seem so shed mud better than most other boots. They run a bit warm as there is no ventilation other than the tongue so probably not suitable for Colorado summers for me, I like to keep my feet cool. I'm a size 12.5 US so had to purchase the 13 which is a little too large, but a pair of thick socks makes the fit perfect.
Trail slippers? Light enough, flexible, fit well. 4th pair of Vasques - quite lighter and more day hike friendly than the long trek, hike over any terrain St. Elias boots I have.
My husband loves these boots! They are light & good for rough trails. Nice fit for him,too!
I wear a size 14 mens shoe and have a low/flatter arch and narrower foot. I tried in mens size 14, both the Vasque Horizon Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot and the Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots. The Vasque was more comfortable from the first time I tried it on. The Moab was shorter in length (even though it was also size 14). Plus it was positioning my foot so that when I was standing, I felt like I was tipping forward. I wore the Vasque nearly every day on a 12-day trip to Alaska including Denali National Park. I hiked through through small streams, on a dry rocky river bed, up steep mountains with tundra and loose rocks, and on top of snow and ice. I found the traction and grip are amazing. I did not slip once even on loose gravel going up a mountain. They are waterproof up to where the laces begin. And they required no break in time for me. I hit the trails wtihout wearing them more than 5 minutes to try them on. I know most people like the Moab's but these worked better for me.
It seemed risky to buy hiking boots online, but these are amazing. I went into the store and a sales associate measured my feet and made a suggestion for which size, and they fit perfectly. Amazing value for the price, super comfortable, great shoe for an occasional hiker.
Great hiking shoe very light liked so much bought a second pair