These moab 2 gore-tex hikers from Merrell feature durable leathers, supportive foot bed, and vibram traction.
A**E
Well made, immediately comfortable hiking shoes
Just before my second pair of much loved, ancient New Balance 1520s fell to bits, I'd bought some Moab 2 mid-rise boots to have mainly as spares, having noticed signs of possible early failure in my old leather hiking boots. They were immediately very comfortable and seem to be high quality. No problems in use so far and (Goretex version) no leaks.With this experience I didn't hesitate to get Merrell Moab 2 hiking shoes to replace my New Balance 1520s and am very pleased with them. Normal shoe size fitted correctly (needed half size larger for boots) and they were immediately comfortable. After just a week of little use were perfect for walking moderately long distances, including volcano walks in Lanzarote in late November.Living in Scotland, where it sometimes doesn't rain(!) I chose the leather (LTR) Goretex (GTX) version and there have been no wet feet so far after 9 weeks.The main differences between Moab 2 (2017) and 3 (2022) are the footbed and materials. Moab 3 is said to have an improved footbed and has a softer rubber sole whereas the Moab 2 has a harder synthetic sole that is said not to grip so well in the wet on smooth surfaces. Although I haven't noticed that, apart from once on a wet tiled floor, Moab 3s might be the slightly better option, particularly for shoes which are more likely than boots to be used on such surfaces.
M**T
Comfortable and sturdy
Great shoes, comfortable and sturdy. Look good as well, recommended
T**T
Boring but do the job
I've had a few pairs of these over the past 5-6 years. I use them all the time for walking, general day to day activities outside and they don't leak at all although I'm not wading through deep puddles. Heavy rain, snow, car washing etc etc they're fine. Sadly the black pair were the cheapest and I do find them very boring but they're very comfortable, warm and do the job perfectly at a good price. As some reviews say in the first few days of use the soles are quite slippery but once you've done a few miles on concrete the friction on the soles makes them nice and secure. Would highly recommend. I'm a size ten and go for the 10.5 in this model.
N**B
Very comfortable
I did not want to purchase a product made with leather and, although these shoes are not advertised as being vegan, they appear to be manufactured using synthetic materials. They are a perfect fit, lightweight and very comfortable. I have walked through long wet grass in them and they are completely waterproof. Very pleased with my purchase which was delivered promptly and packaged as requested.
M**R
M.O.A.S
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 yearsThe 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.
D**D
Extremely comfortable and practical shoe for daily wear
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.
R**
Comodidad
Cómodos, resistentes
R**.
Comfortable
I bought these for my husband and he says they are very comfortable for all day at work. He wears a size 12, so that’s what I bought and they fit perfectly. I like that they are nice looking for a winter shoe and go well with jeans and khaki’s.
C**I
Comfortable and water proof
My husband loves them! Comfortable and keeps his feet dry.
G**Z
Great quality with excellent price
This style moab 2 is a bit narrower than moab 3 but still great
R**.
Great all around shoes for work or play. Waterproof is excellent if your out in the weather.
Great all around shoes for work or play. Waterproofing is great if you’re in and out of the weather. Comfortable and look good enough to wear to a meeting.
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