How to Choose Hiking Boots and Shoes

Take on urban landscapes in the Merrell Moab 3 Lux shoes. These hiking shoes use full-grain leather for a traditional look that doesn't lack support.

Imported.
View the Merrell Moab Product LineView all Merrell Men's Hiking Shoes| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Full-grain leather/mesh |
| Lining | Pigskin |
| Midsole | EVA |
| Support | Merrell Air Cushion |
| Outsole | Vibram® Ecostep rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 1.13 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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They're some of the most comfortable hiking shoes I've ever had the pleasure of walking in. They're attractive and the color scheme (maroon/black/tan) works surprisingly well. The sole is grippy in all the right ways and provides an interesting 'massage' on even pavement until you get used to it. Unfortunately, the 'Premium pigskin lining' is one of the loudest materials I've ever wrapped around my feet. Three different kinds of socks are all the same. Barefoot is the worst. I slipped them on to take out the garbage and was loudly foot-flatulent the whole time. If you stim to noise, skip these.
I want to love these shoes, but they won’t stop squeaking. It isn’t the shoes on the floor- it seems to be the body of the shoe rubbing against itself. I can twist the shoe in my hands a it squeaks. They are laughably loud when walking outside. I still miss my Merrill Ontarios that they stopped making. I’m sure I went through five pairs of those. Re-issue an old favorite? Low profile, please.
I bought these online three weeks ago, and I am generally happy with their comfort and stability. However, I am very disappointed that one of the lace lugs has detached in such a short time. I expected more from the brand.
I purchased these because they were on sale and the specs look amazing so I though I would finally try a MOAB 3. Based on the best selling hiking shoe MOAB 3 and upgraded with smooth leather exterior and leather lining inside, I thought they would be a slam dunk given the legendary following. I never owned MOAB 3's but I've owned the competition, with shoes and boots from Danner, Lowa, Hanwag, Salewa, Vasque and La Sportiva. These shoes feel just OK. The leather of these shoes feels stiff and low quality, especially the lining, which only lines HALF of the interior of the shoe. Fit is OK, not wow, not comfy or supportive or special, just OK. Under foot these shoes feel clunky and have a poor heel to toe trasition, with a noticable thump with each step. If I had to characterize these shoes, it is "budget". Spend a little more and you'll get a lot more in any of the brands mentioned above. Sorry MOAB 3, you're being returned.
I like the shoes. I mostly bought them for the look and color because they match a tracksuit I have. I must say that I cut a dashingly handsome figure in the outfit, and I believe your wives and girlfriends would agree.
Sharp looking and very durable. I could wear these everyday and still look good no matter what I was doing Hiking or otherwise. These shoes are in my regular rotation the color (vino) added some nice variety.
Love these shoes! They are super comfortable, don’t cause any foot pain even after long days and I’ve received three or four compliments. I’m thinking of buying another pair to have in the wings!
Very nice, I like the all leather and overall look but the leather sidewalls within made the shoe easy to slip in the heel, easy to roll an ankle. Made for looks not functionality.
I have been buying your shoes for many years. They are extremely durable, very comfortable and always have my size -15. As I age their stability helps my balance around the farm..
I worn Merrell shoes for 40+ years. Moab 3 Luxe Leather are the first pair I need to wear with sox. Out off the box they feel good. After a 2 mile walk, came home with ankle sores,


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