Merrell Women's Moab 2 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot

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I purchased these to replace my old "mens" leather Wolverine hiking boots. We are planning a trip to the Grand Canyon and needed some light weight, comfortable hiking boots, however they will mostly be worn for hiking the woods in Northern WI where we live. I have wide feet and high arches, so always have a very hard time finding womens boots in a wide width. I usually end up purchasing a mens 6.5 or 7 and putting in arch supports, I so was very excited to find a womens hiking boot, in a wide width, and with arch support. I usually wear a womens size 8 or 8.5 depending on how they run, so I purchased both a size 8 and 8.5 for comparison. The 8 provided enough room for my toes in the width, but my big toe came a little too close to the edge of the boot. I dont like feeling the end of my shoe with my big toe when I walk and didnt want to depend on them stretching with wear. The 8.5 is a little loose, but better than too tight. They feel very comfortable right from the start. So far, I have only hiked a short distance in the woods around our house, but they were very comfortable, no aching feet or blisters. I am older and have started having problems with my arches and ankles. In time I may end up putting in special arch supports, but they so far feel very comfortable and feel like they will provide me with the support I need. The grip seems adequate, but were a little slippery though on wet leaves and rocks, but not as much as my insulated Wolverines I wear in the winter. To be fair, we still had some melting snow in the woods that day, which can be a little icy and slippery. I avoided the usual spring time standing water, so cant comment on how waterproof they are. My socks did stay dry through the little bit of wet snow I walked through. What little mud I did get on them, brushed off easily the next day after it dried. I do wish they came in a darker color though, like the Moab 2 boots that are not waterproof, as I fear the light tan is going to look dirty and dingy pretty quickly. They are very expensive, but with my old foot challenges, overall, I am very pleased with my purchase and would highly recommend them to anyone, especially if you have problem feet!

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Excellent boot. Had to buy without trying on and depended on comments and information posted about the boots. Just as they said, these boots did NOT have to be broken in. I think size is true, but I will say that I could wear only one pair of socks with them instead of the double pair I use with my other books. So this boot runs smaller? Or the other pair I had runs a little larger? Who knows? Overall, ridiculously happy with this pair of boots.

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I went to San Pedro de Atacama I’m Chile and I was impressed how comfortable these shoes were. I was happy hiking in the desert with high temperatures, my feet were perfectly fine, and when I was at the Geysers with freezing temperatures and some water around these shoes were amazingly and accurately water proof. Very happy with them and looking forward to many more adventures together!

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I wore my boots only a handful of times in October and then wore them for my hike at the Grand Canyon in early November. Upon tying them for our hike out of the canyon the top eyelet ripped out of the stitching, which is why Im giving 4 stars instead of 5. It didnt affect tying the boot much but I was just wondering if you would consider a replacement pair. I have attached photos. The boots were awesome otherwise!

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Im a 26 year old woman who loves to travel and do a bit of exploring off the beaten path. Ive been in the market for a good pair of hiking boots for some time, and my husband (whos in the wildlife field) suggested I try Merrells since he literally wears his all day, every day. His take him from trudging through wetlands to trekking every mountain range in Colorado, so I figured Id give it a shot. I wore these right out of the box every day while I was in Ireland, and I couldnt be happier with them. I wore a thinner, higher sock and only felt a little pain after practically running steeply uphill one day (I think the tongue was out of place, which isnt the shoes fault). Other than that, they are the most comfortable, dry shoe Ive had the pleasure of wearing. Any time I go for any type of walk outside, I throw these on - the ankle support is something I had no idea I need but now cant live without! I would suggest sizing up a 1/2 size - I usually am a 9.5, but I bought the 10 and they are perfect, even with a wool sock. The 10.5 was a smidge too big. Doesnt look bulky on my foot like other hikers do either. Merrell is a great company, and my husband and I will forever be loyal to them. Worth every penny!! Couldnt live without them!

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