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Comparing Hiking Shoes for Men

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Price $179.95 at Backcountry
Compare at 2 sellers		$179.49 at Amazon
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Pros Dreamy comfort, stable as a table, watertightSupportive, great traction, lightweightExcellent performance, lightweight, great traction, water resistance, supportExcellent comfort and traction, waterproofStable, supportive, durable
Cons SwallowTail heel design may not be for everyone, uneven heel contact at firstStiff, lacing is hard to tightenAnkle cuff is uncomfortable for some, Quicklace system can have glitchesExpensive, not the most durableDiminished comfort, wide fit
Bottom Line These fantastic hiking shoes have long lasting comfort and support, perfect for everything from day hikes to thru-hikesThis is a burly hiking shoe capable of getting off the trail and onto rugged terrainThis is a lightweight yet rugged hiking shoe that can do everything from day hikes to tackling long multi-day backpacking tripsA versatile hiking shoe built with the comfort and agility of a running shoe at an unbeatable priceThis rugged little hiking shoe tears up the trails without getting torn up, thanks to impressive durable
Rating Categories Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX Salewa Mountain Tra... Salomon X Ultra 4 G... La Sportiva Spire GTX La Sportiva TX Hike...
Comfort (25%)
9.0
7.0
7.0
8.0
5.0
Support (20%)
8.0
9.0
8.0
7.0
8.0
Traction (15%)
7.0
9.0
9.0
7.0
8.0
Water Resistance (15%)
9.0
9.0
8.0
9.0
8.0
Weight (15%)
5.9
4.9
6.9
5.4
6.3
Durability (10%)
8.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
8.0
Specs Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX Salewa Mountain Tra... Salomon X Ultra 4 G... La Sportiva Spire GTX La Sportiva TX Hike...
Measured Weight (per pair, size 11) 1.96 lbs 2.16 lbs 1.76 lbs 2.06 lbs 1.87 lbs
Upper Recycled mesh Synthetic Synthetic, textile Abrasion-resistant mesh Recycled Air Mesh
Lining GORE-TEX Invisible Fit Gore-Tex Extended Comfort Gore-Tex membrane Gore-Tex Surround Gore-Tex
Flood Height 3.0 in 3.5 in 3.25 in 3.5 in 2.75 in
Last Board/Shank Not specified Nylon ADV-C chassis Molded EVA TX Hike
Midsole EVA (30% sugarcane) EVA EnergyCell 5mm Ortholite insole, compression molded EVA, TPU inserts Compressed EVA
Outsole Vibram Megagrip rubber Pomoca MTN trainer Lite Contagrip MA rubber Vibram XS Trek with Impact Brake System Vibram Ecostep EVO
Width Options Regular Regular Regular Regular Regular