How to Choose Hiking Boots and Shoes

Get the comfort and weather protection you want in hiking boots. These Merrell boots offer a faster, more athletic style than traditional hikers. Their sticky rubber outsoles grip when you need it.
Imported.
View all Merrell Women'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 | Synthetic/mesh |
| Lining | 100% recycled mesh |
| Midsole | EVA |
| Outsole | Rubber |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 9.04 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
| 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
| UK | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
| EU | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 |
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Comfortable out the box! I loved the MQM mid boots and put over 400 miles on them and was hoping to buy a new pair but they are no longer being made :(. These are similar in weight and construction and almost as comfortable. I’ve tried the Moabs and find them to be a little too heavy and not as comfortable as the synthetic boots. Wore these on a 9 mile hike without doing any break in and had no real issues. I would recommend wearing mid rise socks to protect from some chafing at the boot top.
These shoes are much warmer than I expected. My feet felt hot in a store. I honestly can’t imagine wearing them in summer or during hikes in the mountains — they would be too warm. The outsole is also quite slippery on ice, which was disappointing considering they are marketed as outdoor / winter-friendly shoes. After about a one-hour walk, my feet felt tired, especially because of the high collar. The mid-height design puts pressure around the ankles and becomes uncomfortable over time. Overall, they might work for short walks in cold weather, but they were not a good fit for my needs.
Ultra confortable, couleur fidele à l'image, belle hauteur bonne semelle et waterproof
Love the fit - immediately comfortable and just the same over time.
I bought these because I will be in Germany outside during winter and needed something warm and waterproof. I bought this model specifically because they are vegan friendly, and I don’t buy anything made of leather. I’ve been wearing these all winter and they are the best hiking and walking boot I’ve ever had. They were comfortable from day 1, very warm, even down into the teens, and they seem very waterproof as well. I wholeheartedly recommend them. I’m only going to buy Merrells from now on - I love all my various Merrell shoes.
The quality of these Merrell hiking shoes is excellent. I have pretty narrow feet and was worried they might be too wide, but they fit perfectly - not too snug and not loose. The laces do a great job tightening the shoe securely. They’re very comfortable with great cushioning and solid support for my feet and ankles. I’ve worn them in the snow while walking my dogs and even while shoveling, and my feet stayed completely dry. Overall, these are reliable, comfortable hiking shoes, and I will absolutely buy them again.
Love this hiking boot. I am a Merrell fan, but these boots are taking me back on trail. I have problem feet and thought my hiking days were behind me. The mid rise shaft kept my ankles secure on the rocky trails on St. John. Nice tread too.
I really like these boots. I tried on over a dozen pairs before i ultimately chose these as my favorite. There was no need to break these in, I just put them on and they felt great! Lace them as tight as you want and you are good to go. I highly recommend them. I got the gray and teal color, super cute.
This is my one and only shoe I wear all the time, I live in Colorado. 4 seasons. I work, walk, shop and eat in this shoe. So much comfort and durability and waterproof. They clean up nicely in washer and dryer. I get compliments on how nice they look.
Just ordered these for my trip to Scotland in May. Comfortable and fit perfect! Will test them out on a few trails locally to break in and make sure they're comfortable while wearing. Very stylish for a hiking shoe