Monday, April 9, 2007

Review of Men's Fugitive GTX Boots, Wool/Black

Fugitive GTX - Men's
The streamlined shape, split outsole and suede/Cordura® mix make the striking Fugitive GTX boots by Asolo well matched to elevated alpine backpacking trips.

  • A Gore-Tex® lining adds resistance to wet trail conditions while still allowing your feet to breathe
  • The stable platform provid...


Great Boot

On 3/28/2007, from Boston, MA, Expert Enthusiast said

 

5out of 5

Reviewer Tags:

Sizing: Feels true to size

Width: Feels true to width

Comfort: Good arch support, Very comfortable, Short Break-in Period

Pros: Stable, Durable, Great Traction, Water Resistant, Comfortable

Best Uses: Wet Weather, Backcountry

Describe Yourself: Casual/Recreational

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Reviewer Comments: These boots are great. The break-in period was very short. I wore them for a week long trip on the AT carrying about 25 lbs. in my pack. The whole trail was covered with several feet of powder so all of the hiking was done with snowshoes. Walking with snowshoes is pretty demanding but my feet were always comfortable. So of my friends started to get blisters but I never did. Not once did my feet hurt at the end of the day. We went through a stream crossing at one point and the shoes remained perfectly dry inside. The only thing is that if I wasn't moving, my feet would start to freeze but considering that the boots are often described as light hiking boots, I don't think they were intended for freezing weather. Also these boots seem to have exceptional traction.

Originally posted at Eastern Mountain Sports (legalese)

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