How to Choose Hiking Boots

Function and form come together seamlessly in the men's Merrell Speed Solo Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots with waterproof suede uppers up top and performance attributes throughout.
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View the Merrell Speed Solo Product LineView all Merrell 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 | Merrell waterproof membrane |
Upper | Suede leather/recycled mesh |
Lining | Recycled mesh |
Midsole | FloatPro Foam |
Support | Rock plate |
Outsole | Vibram Ecostep Recycle rubber (30% recycled) |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 14.67 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
UK | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 |
EU | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 |
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Comfortable and light weight. I dog sit a dog who likes to walk 8-12 miles per day(regardless of weather conditions) and these boots are perfect
After injuring my ankle in an off road motorcycle accident my daily wear shoes are boots. Being retired I don't need to wear dress shoes. I bought these boots for the light weight and support. They have been comfortable from day one. I saw they were being discontinued so I just recieved a secound pair to hold in reserve for when the first pair wears out.
I have relatively narrow feet so I have to order 5-6 pairs of boots to find a good fit. I also use custom orthotics to prevent plantar fasciitis. Merrells fit the bill regarding fit. I have taken walks up to 3 hours in them with no blisters and good comfort. I am hoping they will be just as reliable for longer, more strenuous hikes.
I bought one pair, the left boot water proofing didn't work on the first hike. REI exchanged them and now 1.5 years later after having used them a handful of times the waterproofing in the right boot of the new pair has failed. Their comfortable but I wouldn't buy them again if waterproof is a need.