Living in Arizona, waterproofing has never been my highest priority, but I decided to test them by purposely crossing every stream I stumbled upon to see how long they would keep my feet dry. Waterproofing and BreathabilityĪs mentioned before, the Salomon 4D boots feature a full Gore-Tex lining to keep your feet dry. Overall the bottom of the boot is just as well made as the top. While these boots have an aggressive tread (which I found very helpful) I have had to get them resoled as they did wear down, although that is to be expected when you put hundreds of miles on any pair of boots. The Contragrip soles have a reverse chevron tread that grips well on anything, including loose rocks, wet mud, and sand. One of my favorite aspects of these boots has been the grip they provide in the different terrains I am hiking. If you have ever hiked with damp feet, you know how important this is! Grip and Soles The outer also features Gore-Tex that will keep your feet dry, both from the outside elements and sweat from the inside. The boots are finished with full-grain leather, which gives them more durability and longer wear, while rubber toe and heel caps at the front and back mean that your feet are going to be well protected. The Salomon 4D chassis (which gives this boot its name) ensures your footing is stable even on the most unpredictable terrain. Wider-footed people should check out the Meindl Burma Pro Boots. I highly suggest trying on a pair of Salomon 4Ds, as they are as comfortable as your favorite pair of sneakers. Everybody’s feet are different, and most people will suggest trying on as many boots as possible to find the best fit. In my opinion, the most important aspect of any boot purchase is how well they fit my foot. There was no break-in period required for the Salomons, and they were ready to hike in straight out of the box. The first thing you will notice about these boots is how comfortable they are. All in all, we have put these boots through as many different tests as we possibly could and the results speak for themselves. After one full year of using my Salomon boots, they have done exceptionally well in the varying types of terrain as well as the different lengths of hikes they have been on.īeing an active backpacker, these boots have been worn several days on end as well as taken on multiple trips into jagged sheep country that is notorious for slicing open even the toughest of boots. Everything from the low, jagged, desert cliffs to Aspen mountain peaks, I needed a boot that could handle it all. Hiking in multiple types of terrain here in Arizona, boots have always been the one piece of gear I am constantly obsessed with. How and Where Have These Boots Been Tested
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