Merrell Men's Moab 2 GtxHiking Shoe

MOAB or mother of all boots? Not really. These are shoes, not boots. So they are waterproof. I walk through mud, puddles and in rain and they keep my feet dry. But water can ingress over the tops and waterproof is not 100% watertight. They are breathable, supple and very comfortable and I use my shoes for all but the harshest or muddiest conditions here in the temperate Surrey Hills of southern England. You should order a 1/2 size up on your usual size. That's my experience and I'm on my 4th pair now. They are not perfect. My previous pair only lasted 2 years before perished leather on the sides started to perish (and allow water ingress). I cover at least 3 or 4 miles daily dog walking as well as much longer walks from time to time. Previously I was more of a weekend walker and they lasted 3-5 years The soles, though generally grippy, can be slippy on certain surfaces, so if you're scrambling on smooth rock - or walking to work on smooth paving with many manholes in wet weather - perhaps research alternatives? A great boot for the keen, amateur walker and surprisingly inexpensive for the quality.

These hiking shoes are so good, I purchased another pair when I wore my last ones out. I use mine largely for dog walking and whenever I go anywhere too muddy for trainers. They get used every day in all weather. Water proofing and breathability works well. My feet always stay dry and comfortable in these. In winter, I wear thicker socks so I find going one size up to usual works well for me. These shoes get around 5km of wear daily in all elements with me. My last pair lasted well over a year. They were still functional, but looking a bit shabby by then. Grip was still fine but the many brambles and bits I end up wading through in the woods had taken a toll to the outside. My fault, not the shoes! Give them a go and I think you’ll approve too.

Bought these for long distance walking and general use. Spent a lot of time reading reviews and trying on shoes in the same category. I have wide feet so these were easily the most comfortable. I'm a size 9 and found them to be true to size. The padding around the ankle is definitely a lot better than any other shoe I tried. Build quality is also superior to most other shoes however the heel cup is very roomy and requires the laces to be pulled very tight to prevent heel rub on the stiching line inside the heel cup which left me with a lot of tension over the top of my foot. Merrell claim "out of the box comfort" which is true, I walked 7 miles the first time I wore them but they do still require a bit of time to soften up also the footbed in my opinion is very rough and created a lot of hot spots in various areas of the shoe. The addition of superfeet insoles has elimiated the hot spots and also tightend up the heel cup a little. After a fair breaking in period the toe box has softened to the point that a lot of it has started rubbing across the top of my toes not helped by the fact the goretex lining is very loose around this area. There appears to be plenty of traction although I've only really worn them on decent surfaced paths. All in a pretty decent pair of shoes but not 100% the comfort I expected.

I am a long time 'Merrell fan' that always chooses Merrell's that have the vibram soul, as historically it's the soul in footwear that usually lets me down. Size wise, I know this fits me, as I tried it on in a shop on the high street. I have a broader foot, so Merrell's have always suited me in this area too. It sounds silly, bit unfortunately, sizing really only is a guide today, as depending on the manufacturer, I take shoes sized from 10 - 12, so, don't make assumptions, unless you specifically know the manufacturer and model of shoe you are purchasing. I purchased these for a recent trip to Iceland, and together with some reasonably thick woollen socks, they were perfect, with the added knowledge that should it rain or snow, the Gore-Tex lining would keep my feet dry. The Gore-Tex wasn't put to the test on this occasion, so that will have to wait for another time on these particular pair of shoes. As with all 'big name' manufacturers these days, one always has to stay alert. Long time fans and die hard users of many well known and often expensive brands are reporting the same thing - deteriorating quality and longevity ! (This usually, but not always, coincidences with a change of manufacturing facility/process or country that goes hand in hand with the deteriorating product?) I tend to purchase several pairs of Merrell's each few years, one pair for more better, casual going out (which lasts me for many years), one pair for the regular walking, every day out and about I do, and believe me, I live in them and wear them to the maximum. (I believe if buying a quality pair of shoes, they should be lasting more than 12 months !) I basically then tend to wear them until they get relegated to garden duties, then the bin. Having experienced both the non Gore-Tex and Gore-Tex version's over the years, I now just stick to the Gore-Tex versions, as it doesn't take much of a shower or very long in some wet grass, for the non Gore-Tex versions to soak through, but that's just my preference and opinion. Until my experience says differently, I am sticking with Merrell's. I hope this review has been of some help?

I've been buying and wearing some variant of the Merrell Men's Moab 2 Gtx Low Rise Hiking Shoes for over ten years. This latest pair is in the black colourway and the two pairs before that were "beluga grey". I've also had a couple of pairs in a "sand/beige" colour too. I typically wear them every day, for both work and leisure. Routine use is 12+ hours of walking and standing indoors 3-4 days a week, but I have used them to hike up mountains and walk over 15 miles on rough mixed terrain. Typically I get 2-3 years use out of each pair before replacing them - at that point they're usually not completely done for but are showing some sign of wear. Usually the shoe itself is structurally sound but the insoles have worn through and one or more layer of the paracord laces have sheared through and stripped off. Aside from the fact that I personally like the aesthetic of them their key feature is they are extraordinarily comfortable. From the first minute you put them on I find there's no breaking-in period at all. they're just good-to-go. I rate comfort as 5/5 from the beginning to the end of the shoe's life. The shoe is relatively waterproof - I find heavy rainfall is no issue at all but if you have the misfortune to stand in a very deep puddle you WILL get water ingress. Shallow puddles tend not to be a problem. Water resistance 4/5. They're not the lightest shoes, I've got some Skechers that are lighter but I don't find the weight a problem. I've rated them 4/5 because there are definitely lighter shoes available but the weight isn't really a factor for me because of the extreme comfort. You could consider laces and insoles to be a semi-consumable product if a shoe can have a long life. Historically I've never been able to replace the laces or insoles with original Merrell versions but I find that Amazon UK now sell official Merrell laces and insoles so for the first time I've been able to replace my damaged laces. This shoe in "black", in an UK size 10 comes with "Pinpoint Black" laces that are 132 cm long. Laces cost just under £7 to replace. Insoles are just under £33.

I keep coming back to Merrell because they fit me comfortably straight from the box, with no wearing in. I buy a generous size, and lace them tightly. I bought this colour because they were cheaper than other colours, but now I have them I much prefer this colour to the sand/beige coloured ones I used to buy. These are heavier, waterproof shoes. There is a non-Gortex version that is lighter and so great for summer, and somewhat cheaper too. I have both versions so am equipped for 3 seasons.

Unlike these and they are a great fit, comfortable out of the box, but they always wear out at the join of the front rubber fans and the material where the show flexes. Also, after a while they certainly are not waterproof.

I was always a sketchers guy but read they wasnt very good for the feet so decided to take a punt on these and with them being goretex, they are breathable and wateroroof too! They are, as they say, comfy right out of the box and theyre now my go to shoe for going around the stabes, fields, taking the dogs out, etc... I like the way the inside is shaped to support the foot. I havent tested the waterproofness but its goretex. No worries there. They stand on their warranty, literally! :D