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Asolo Fugitive GTX Hiking Boots - Men's
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Responsive and snappy, the waterproof and breathable Asolo Fugitive GTX Hiking Boots are the right choice for trekkers who demand light weight and comfort.
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Waterproof
Yes
Upper
Split-grain leather/nylon
Weight (Pair)
3 lbs. 2 oz.
- Water-resistant split-grain leather and Cordura® nylon uppers are lightweight, breathable and durable
- GORE-TEX® liners make these boots waterproof yet breathable, for comfort in a variety of conditions
- Reinforced rubber heels and toe boxes provide durable protection
- DuoAsoflex midsoles mix a shock-absorbing soft layer with a stiffer shank for torsion control
- Outsoles are a combination of polyurethane midsoles over a bi-density rubber bottom for cushioning and traction
- Boots can be resoled
Imported.
View all Asolo Men's Day Hiking Boots| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Upper | Split-grain leather/nylon |
| Lining | Waterproof breathable membrane/nylon |
| Midsole | Polyurethane |
| Support | Thermoplastic urethane |
| Outsole | Rubber |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 3 lbs. 2 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
Asolo Footwear - Men's
| 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | |
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| U.S. Men's | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
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| UK | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 13.5 | 14.5 | 15.5 |
| EU | 38 (2/3) | 39 (1/3) | 40 | 40 (2/3) | 41 (1/3) | 42 | 42.5 | 43 (1/3) | 43 (2/3) | 44 (1/2) | 45 | 46 | 46 (1/3) | 47 (1/2) | 49 | 50 | 51 (1/2) |
| Foot Length (in.) | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12 | 12.2 | 12.8 | 13.2 | 13.6 |
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Measurements are stated in inches.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Every Day Hiking Boot
allemmon11 years ago
I have worn the Asolo Brand of boots for more than 30 years. The Fugitive being the current boot of which I have two pair. I have never had to breakin a pair of Asolo's. I daily walk 5 miles on hard surfaces. I also spend many additional hours and miles in the bush and on the beach photographing birds. The only minus issue is the Fugitive heel rubber pad wears out after about two hundred or so miles. No one at REI knows anything about repair but can make recommendations. Uppers hold up well in all conditions. I spend winter months at about 3,300 feet elevation shooting various national rifle events; lots of snow, rain, mud, and slush to walk in. I do not hunt and kill animals for fun or food. My photography is preserving what as a youth I saw much of and as an old man I see very little that is left to seek out and appreciate. My boots get me there and are very much appreciated.
allemmon
San Buenaventura, CA
83 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Boot Lasts for 5 Years (and Asolo knows it)
GeoHiker8 years ago
I purchased these boots about 5 years ago and hiked on them for approximately 500 miles (not much because I have two other pairs of hiking boots for backpacking and snow/ice hiking/climbing). These boots were treated well and stored inside a closet with consistent temps. The other day I noticed the soles were hanging off the boot. Upon closer inspection, I discovered the small gray heel area was disintegrating. As you can see the boots are in great shape and have many years, but I can't use them due to the fact that the heel is turning to a light sand material and flopping around when I walk. I cannot glue the sole together because the glue cannot gain purchase on the disintegrating material.
I contacted Asolo and they told me they are aware of the issue.
SURPRISE #1.
They said they offer one re-sole within 5 years, but would not service the boot beyond 5 years because that is the life of the boot.
SURPRISE #2.
They said 5 years was reasonable for the life of a boot.
BIG SURPRISE #3.
Really, Asolo saying their boots have a 5-year life due to a heel failure? Yes, they said. "The heel is light so that is the advantage."
I don't know about you, but I would gladly accept a few ounces to enable my boots to live beyond 5 years. Asolo also said the the Fugitive GTX has not changed in design for 15 years. Same heel!
BIGGER surprise #4!
Amazing! A known material disintegration issue after 5 years, is not enough to change a tiny amount of heel material? I love the boots, but cannot recommend any boot in this price range that only lasts 5 years and I think it is important for REI to warn members -- sure, some members will be fine with this, but all should be warned. Asolo refused to help me until I find my receipt from 5 years ago, which I don't have. That was disappointing to me as well since the remainder of the sole shows very little use.
GeoHiker
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
226 people found this review helpful
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Too much GTX
Los Angeles, CA
Very cheap material but high quality price
5 years ago
Asolo Men's Fugitive GTX Hiking Boots, What Do you think ?
Freddy_Aces
Oakland, CA
DO NOT BUY!Didn't last one day in the Tahoe Forest
7 years ago
I got these boots brand new with the stickers on the soles and everything. Was excited to go on my first backpacking trip in the Sierras. I felt like I didn't even get to break them in, or maybe I broke them in too much. The first day they did great. Trekked through a few inches of snow and rivers and my feet and socks were dry. They were comfortable with my 40+ lb backpack and had no issues hiking through the woods. The next day we decide to tackle a mountain ridge. Not even half way up and the top corners start falling apart. Soon after that the heel came off. I wasn't even near the peak yet and still had a lot of snow to go through. My feet were soaked by the time I made it back to camp. Had to hike with both soles basically off for the next few days and made them useless in water. I can't believe these $255 boots didn't even last a day. Disgusting. What a huge rip. Can't believe REI even sells these. Can't believe we import this boot for hard working Americans who cash out for them. Extremely disappointed.
No, I do not recommend this product
Justin
Whidbey Island, Washington
Poorly made
7 years ago
I bought these a few years ago and was really excited about them. They looked great and I was expecting an awesome pair of boots that would take all the punishment I could dish out. Overall, I've been disappointed. The break-in period was pretty rough (not a crime for quality boots but worth noting) and there were other out-of-the-box shortcomings as well. To start, the laces are tough but are so slick that they won't stay tied without double knotting. It sounds like a silly complaint but it's been an ongoing headache. When your fingers are numb from a cold slog through the rain, it sucks to try and untie double-knotted boots. New laces are an easy fix, but at the risk of sounding like a cheapskate I expected more for $250. More troublesome were quality issues; like others reported, supporting foam is disintegrating and the Vibram soles are coming unglued. Ongoing Shoe Gooings have seen limited success and the boots are now leaking. Again, I expected more for the price, especially since I've only put about 100 miles on them. On the positive, despite the painful break-in they are now very comfortable boots. I just put 20 miles on them through Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness and aside from the the soles coming off and wet feet, they were great!
No, I do not recommend this product
David
Victor, ID, United States
Okay boot. NOT worth $250!
7 years ago
I bought these boots after reading reviews and having friends tell me they were great. At first they were great. They fit well had awesome support and were an all around nice boot. But after having these boots for less than two years they started falling apart and wearing out. I live in Idaho, and I don't even wear these boots for 4 to 5 months of the year which means I probably realistically havent even used them a full year! If I spent one hundred dollars on a pair of boots I would expect them to last a couple of years. $250 is not a small amount of money in the hiking boot world. Not impressed and will not buy again.
PLBlake68
New Hamshire
PU midole sole prone to disintegration...
1 year ago
Wish I had better things to say, as I did generally like the fit and comfort when worn... But with minimal wear (outsole and upper are fine), the PU midsole disintegrated in what is clearly a known issue (see the Asolo website re: hydrolysis). Generally brands build with PU midsoles given better long term durability and resistance to 'compression set', vs. EVA which is the most common midsole alternative and the choice for athletic shoes given it's light weight and better cushioning in the short term. So if you are manufacturing with PU for durability... then make sure it is highly resistant to hydrolysis from moisture. A $300 USD pair of hiking boots good only for a couple of years regardless of the amount of wear? No thanks. There are better options.
No, I do not recommend this product
StormyTheCat
Comfortable and grippy boot that disintegrated!
2 years ago
Comfortable and grippy boot that disintegrated! Have had the boots for a number of years but they get light wear and still look brand new. During a hike, I noticed the sole flopping around. Upon close inspection, the foam material between the sole and boot had completely turned to dust. This is a known issue with these boots. My 20yr old Vasque Sundowners way outlived this lighter boot.
Age:45–54
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 10.5
No, I do not recommend this product
John
Hingham, MA
Sole issue/ dry rot and delamination! Be ware
2 years ago
These boots have a known sole issue with delamination and dry rot. Great boot until they fall apart. At this price the boot should not fall apart!!
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 10
No, I do not recommend this product
Kyle
San Jose, CA
The Mud Stumper
2 years ago
This is my third Asolo boots in 7 years. I recent years I have tired other brand, but keep coming back to this brand instead. I've waited until over 50miles on this boot before writing this review. First time trying this on it fits like a gloves on my foot. I couldn't believe a boots like this could be so comfortable. With recent rain, it's a good opportunity to test this in boots out in wet environments. Hike in rain and walk in puddle of mud and cross small streams yet my feet are dry. Because my left foot arch is high, I went and got a custom sole for local running shoes store. This elevate the conform even better.
Age:45–54
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 10
Yes , I recommend this product
Rocky
Soles Falling Apart
2 years ago
I have a pair of Fugitive GTX, the soles are falling apart from "nonuse", I loved my shoes as occasional hikers over the years but I discovered the soles falling apart recently. Asolo will not take care of the resoling as they claim its not covered in warranty. Maybe Asolo should state the soles will fall apart after "nonuse"!
AndrewTR30
Phoenix, AZ
They should hold up better for what they
15 years ago
I use these boots for hiking mostly uphill with a 50lb pack in rocky, desert conditions. My hikes are usually 1 to 5 miles. I thought these boots would hold up a lot better than they have. After getting them wet the first time, the soles started to come unglued from the toes back, followed by the rubber toe caps.I've since re-attatched them with E-6000 (works great) but am disappointed with the overall quality. Also, it took about six months of 1-2 mile hikes before they were properly broken in and I repeatedly got blisters on both heels. They do feel pretty comfortable now, but for the money I think there are probably better choices available.
No, I do not recommend this product
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