Merrell Unisex's Alverstone Hiking Shoe, US

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We feel at home wherever we take the Moab 3, breezing along rocky and uneven trails without complaint. Of course, when you go budget, you often lose on performance and durability, but there’s still plenty good to be said about this dependable hiking shoe. For the most part, a shoe loses some breathability when an additional waterproof membrane is added to the upper’s interior. For premium outdoor footwear that you can rely on season after season, look no further than Merrell.

Additional features of Merrell Alverstone insoles include recycled EVA, odor suppression, and a mesh lining.Of course, you can’t be comfortable when wet, but that’s no problem with the mesh and suede leather upper that’s lined with an M Select Dry membrane. Boasting a springy midsole and a grippy outsole, beautifully packaged in a lightweight shoe, this is our go-to shoe for our fast-and-light hikes. Pushing it to 90° with a force gauge, we found that it remained 50% more flexible than most other hiking shoes! The designed holes throughout provide for both plenty of breathability and fast-drying ventilation, allowing for all-day comfort. There’s no doubt that the Merrell Alverstone Waterproof is a crucial piece of kit for adventurers due to its hiking capabilities.

A lace fastening with a bellowed tongue provides a secure fit and the Merrell branding completes the look. The materials used in Merrell Alverstone are slightly different than Moab 2 Ventilator and GORE-TEX. Frequently asked questions Is Gore-Tex the only type of waterproof material in Merrell hiking shoes? Being comfortable on the trail is a dream with a lightweight design, little to no wear-in time and superb breathability. Moab 2’s outstanding breathability and waterproof qualities make it a perfect choice for seasoned outdoor activists.Here is a video illustrating the difference between the breathable Moab 3 and its waterproof GTX version.

This suede trekking shoe is designed to provide all-day comfort and full-foot protection on your trekking outings. firmer than average, it kept our feet protected from sharp objects, while still giving that cushioned feel which kept us going all day. being the stiffest, we found this stiff heel works well at keeping our feet from moving around in the shoe - bye-bye blisters! mm higher than average, we don’t recommend this shoe to hikers who prefer a more natural feel to their stride.As hiking shoe designs and technology improve, more avid hikers are transitioning away from hiking boots. This makes sense because if the membrane is supposed to keep water and moisture out, it will also lock it in. Such versatile traction is good news for our speed hikes because we feel surefooted on whatever the trail throws at us. Moab 2 has insoles with odor control and a shock-absorbing design to make the wearer comfortable during extended hours. There are high-quality walking boots from Merrell for everybody here, with both men’s and women’s outdoor footwear aplenty.