TOWER TREK GTX®

After a few rocky descents with a heavy pack, my feet stayed planted and comfortable the whole way down. The fit is roomy enough for thick socks without feeling sloppy, and they broke in faster than my last pair of boots. Glad I went with these for mixed mountain trails.

The waterproofing in these boots is no joke—I stood in a stream for a good minute and my feet stayed bone dry. They’re sturdy enough for the uneven mountain trails I’ve been tackling, yet didn’t need much breaking in.

I’ve put these through rocky ascents and wet river crossings on a three-day trip, and the fit held my heel snug with zero hotspots. They’re stiff enough for a loaded pack but still flex when the trail gets technical.