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Vasque Talus Trek Mid UltraDry Hiking Boots - Men's
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The Talus Trek Mid UltraDry Hiking Boots offer lightweight, waterproof performance to comfortably protect the feet during your outdoor adventures.
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Waterproof
Yes
Upper
Waterproof nubuck leather
Weight (Pair)
2 lbs. 8 oz.
- 1.8mm waterproof nubuck leather and abrasion-resistant mesh uppers feature waterproof / breathable UltraDry lining
- Soft athletic midsoles offer a responsive feel on varied terrain
- Vibram® Nuasi outsoles with XSTrek compound grab hold of the ground, keeping you stable on trails and slabby climbs
- Speed lacing
- Dual-density EVA footbeds
- Molded EVA midsoles and thermoplastic urethane shanks
Imported.
View all Vasque Men's Day Hiking Boots| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Upper | Waterproof nubuck leather |
| Midsole | Dual-density EVA |
| Support | Thermoplastic urethane shank |
| Outsole | Vibram Nuasi rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 8 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
Vasque Footwear - Men's
| 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Great grip and waterproofing
mv39 years ago
I wore these through about 6 hours of heavy snowshoeing and they held up just fine with no leaks! They stand up to water no problem! They also provide tremendous grip on virtually any surface - ice is slippery for every shoe, but these felt more sure-footed than anything else I've tried outside of metal cleats and/or crampons.
The soles are also very durable and really grippy. I also owned a pair of LOWA Zephyrs but promptly returned those as I felt the Vasques provided better grip/support and were more durable.
They are a little bit toasty, but name a waterproof shoe that isn't...
The fact that Red Wing owns and manufactures these boots in the same Minnesota facility as their iconic boots is also a huge selling point for me - you know you're getting top of the line quality.
mv3
Sierra Nevadas
68 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Vasque isn't the quality it used to be.
Miranda C9 years ago
Bought these two years ago. Very comfortable, however after two years the leather ripped on both shoes. Consider these disposible and not of the quality of boots of the past.
Miranda C
Archer, FL, United States
12 people found this review helpful
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Glacier Hiker
Kalispell, MT, United States
Great hiker and winter boot
7 years ago
I live in NW Montana near Glacier. I bought these boots last November and wore them a lot in the snow during our heavier than usual winter. My feet were always comfortable and dry. This past summer I've done over 60 miles of trail hiking mostly in Glacier National Park. They are lightweight, never caused blisters, and give good ankle support. The only modification I've made is to replace the Vasque insoles with Spenco green insoles. I've crossed mountain runoff streams 2 inches deep and my socks have stayed dry. The Merrell Chameleons I've worn for years were comfortable but not as durable and supportive as these Vasque mid-high boots.
Yes , I recommend this product
GTinLA
Los Angeles, CA, United States
I am happy I settled on these boots, here is why..
8 years ago
I went to my local REI store and the associate in the boot department spent a solid hour with me. I have a very high instep and depending on the boot cut I am in between sizes as well as in between standard and wide. After much back and forth and trying other boots I selected the Vasque 1/2 size larger than normal and in wide. I broke in the boots over a 2 week period with local street hiking and wearing them on the weekends for the day. Last weekend I hike Mt. Baldy (10,040 ft), an 11 mile hike, about 4800' elevation gain. The Vasque Talus performed incredibly well for me. No hot spots and no blisters. Everyone's feet are different, and what I really recommend is getting properly sized and fitted. For me, this hiking boot will bring many unforgettable hiking adventures.
carolina4
Great hiking boots
8 years ago
These boots were amazing! I didn't have time to break them in before my Canadian hiking trip, but you really don't need to. They form great to your foot, are super comfortable. We walked through ice patches, snow, water, hard surfaces and it did great in all textures. My feet were never wet and it was a great waterproof boot. I like the ankle support too! I am a female with a large foot so had to buy a men's show, still looked great and was more narrow than most men's shoes- so didn't feel clunky! I say it runs small- but really for hiking boots they recommend you buy 1/2 to 1 size larger than your true size- I found that to be true and was able to hike comfortably!
Yes , I recommend this product
mv3
Sierra Nevadas
Great grip and waterproofing
9 years ago
I wore these through about 6 hours of heavy snowshoeing and they held up just fine with no leaks! They stand up to water no problem! They also provide tremendous grip on virtually any surface - ice is slippery for every shoe, but these felt more sure-footed than anything else I've tried outside of metal cleats and/or crampons. The soles are also very durable and really grippy. I also owned a pair of LOWA Zephyrs but promptly returned those as I felt the Vasques provided better grip/support and were more durable. They are a little bit toasty, but name a waterproof shoe that isn't... The fact that Red Wing owns and manufactures these boots in the same Minnesota facility as their iconic boots is also a huge selling point for me - you know you're getting top of the line quality.
David5818
Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Comfortable even with Neuropathy
9 years ago
I have neuropathy in my feet so I'm pretty picky about shoes and boots. These felt fairly good in the store, but I needed to wear them several times before passing judgement. I broke them in on a treadmill a couple of times for an hour each time. Then began hiking and snowshoeing. They have been great. The snowshoe hike last week was late April, so the snow was heavy and wet. These kept my feet dry inside, although the outsides of the boot were wet. I use them with the heavy cushion version of SmartWool hiking socks.
Yes , I recommend this product
Eric S.
Los Angeles, CA
Awesome Boots and fantastic value
9 years ago
Amazing boots right out of the box. Lost my previous pair of boots and purchased these 2 days before hunting trip, so no break in. Trekked about 10-12 miles a day (3 days) through some very rocky and steep terrain and the boots were fantastic. No blisters, jammed toes or sore ankles. Great balance of support, breathability, grip and comfort. Couldn't be more pleased....will update again on durability after a few months / year of wear.
Tropical Trooper
Washington DC
Fantabulous !!!
7 years ago
These hiking boots are awesome. I bought them before going on vacation to Costa Rica. They held up very well even when we went up the Volcanic terrain, facing huge boulders and slippery hillsides. They are comfortable and not tiring. Not the lightest but you feel secure. Slightly pricy, but overall, I’m satisfied with the investment.
Yes , I recommend this product
afrobeatnik
Porto Alegre, Brazil
Not quite what I expected
6 years ago
I purchased mine in Atlanta, GA in 2016 for a couple of hikes in the Smokies, they were absolutely fantastic. Very comfortable fit and perfect for the type of terrain they were used in at the time. I do however live in the south of Brazil where I own a small ranch in the Atlantic Rainforest, the terrain is extremely rocky, these boots do not hold down in rocky terrain, I would actually go as far as to say that they are downright dangerous, total lack of grip. Unfortunately they have now torn open near the toes, so will have to let them go which is a pity as I have several hikes planned, for less rocky terrain. Recommended for the intended use which is water / grass / mud.
Yes , I recommend this product
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Roadeagl
Three Rivers, PA
A good start
9 years ago
Maybe too soon to rate but has good blend of support vs weight vs comfort. Did a couple 5-mile break-in walks with no problems. Why not 5 stars? Two reasons: 1. Th top of the tongue has no padding and when you cinch the laces tight and then walk uphill or downhill the laces cut into your ankle. Not painful but annoying. Another 1/4 oz of padding would have fixed this. 2. The insole is too thin at the ball of the foot. Having said this, happy with the purchase so far.
Yes , I recommend this product
Jonathan B
San Antonio, Texas
Excellent all around boots
9 years ago
Purchased these and wore them for about 3 days to break them in before a 30 mile backpacking trip to Colorado. I had zero problems, blisters or anything. Very comfortable, and the leather helps break them in around your feet. I still wear them all the time on wilderness trails around Texas. It's one of those purchases that I've been very pleased with.
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