How to Choose Hiking Boots

Step into the outdoors with confidence and out-of-the-box comfort in the Merrell Moab hiking boots. This generation is even softer, grippier and more supportive than before.
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View the Merrell Moab Product LineView all Merrell Men's Day Hiking Boots| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | Merrell waterproof membrane |
| Upper | Pig suede leather/mesh |
| Lining | 100% recycled mesh |
| Midsole | Super Rebound Compound |
| Support | Molded nylon arch shank |
| Outsole | Vibram TC5+ rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 2.89 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
| 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 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 | 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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Good stable hiking footwear. Solid base and good ankle support. Super comfortable with good wool socks. Hiked several moderately challenging trails in and around Big Bend National Park. Everything from desert to rocky to somewhat mountainous terrain. Performed well climbing moderate mountain rocky ascents as well and climbing back down. Trekking on rocky trails was very stable as well. Stayed dry along the banks of the Rio Grand while soaking my headgear for temperature control. This is my second pair.
Bought these for my trip to the mountains. Couldn't ask for better performance. Kept my feet dry while stomping thru creeks, and kayaking. They stuck to the ground as i navigated rocks, cliffs, and forested trails. They were comfortable while i was riding horses, and stylish enough for a night on the town. Couldn't be happier.
Pls DO NOT buy these boots. I used them for exactly 7 days and chunks of the sole started falling apart. This is not what I would have expected from a Vibram soled boot. The waterproofing on the boots worked well, but the super-accelerated wear on the soles was very disappointing. REI was very gracious in accepting the return without any fuss. Not recommended.
These are everyday boots for me. Good support and comfort.
The most comfortable boots i own,excellent traction on the trails and rocks. I would recommend these.
I bought the Gore-tex version of these last summer and finally had an opportunity to use them on a day hike (just a little over 12km round trip). The boots are super comfortable and require no break in time. The majority of the hike was through knee high snow and a few water crossings. They had great traction, were supportive and completely waterproof. I highly recommend these boots.
After doing some research I decided to go with the Moab 3 Mid Waterproof. I’ve been wearing them now for about 3 months. The boot has surprisingly held together well and is very comfortable, but sadly to say the waterproof side of the boot is non existent. I’m an animal caretaker/zookeeper and within 30 minutes of walking through the grass first thing in the morning my toes are completely soaked. The grass only being an inch taller than the toe of my boot.
These boots are dangerous on wet rocks! No traction! I have falllen several times when my feet have gone out from under me, and could have been seriously injured or died. My last 4 pairs of boots have been Merrells, and I have loved them all, until now. With my other boots, I could walk up slick rock surfaces in the rain effortlessly. I am an experienced hiker, 1500 miles on the PCT, etc., so I know what I'm talking about. I don't know what Vibram has done to the rubber in these soles, but it isn't good. When the boots were new they were a bit slippery, but I thought they would gain some grab with wear as the soles abraded. But I have a few hundred miles on these boots now, and they haven't gotten any better. Even in dry conditions the soles will slip on rocks and smooth surfaces, and the least bit of moisture, even dew, causes them to slip and slide. They're fine on dirt, gravel and sand, but who can use a boot that's only safe when conditions are ideal? Last weekend I was hiking on a good trail after rain, going very slowly and carefully because I know how these boots work in the wet. I was going slowy down a trail construction of three stone steps on an easy grade, placing my feet deliberately, and whoosh! My left foot slid out from under me off the trail and I fell flat, bounced and rolled into a somersault over rocks coming to rest on my butt. It was a miracle that I escaped with only bruises and scrapes. I'm done with these boots. They are unsafe. Do not trust these boots. Buy a different model of Merrell or another brand. Your life and safety are too important to risk on boot soles like these.
Best Boots for everyday Adventure! Confort and durability
I've had this second pair as daily use footwear for over four years. (Hiking, camping, shopping,work and walking the dogs) They are nearly indestructible. Originally purchased a pair of low cut Moab hikers and man I can honestly say they where the most comfortable shoes I'd ever worn . Hence when I needed a new pair naturally chose Merrells again but in a mid cut. And this is what has brought me here again as it's getting near time to replace the old ones as would like to break them in before adventuring out on longer treks. But being frugal thinking I most likely can squeeze year five out of the current pair. Best shoes these fat feet have ever met 👍