VETTA TECH GTX®

Finally, a boot that grips on wet rock without making me feel like I'm walking on concrete—the sole is surprisingly flexible for this type of rugged terrain. I took them on a mixed trail with a short scramble and my ankles felt fully supported the whole time.

The GTX lining kept my feet completely dry during a sudden downpour on the via ferrata, and the grip on wet rock felt very secure. They were comfortable right out of the box for a full day of mixed terrain.

I was a bit worried about ankle support on rocky terrain, but these boots feel solid and stable even on steep via ferrata sections. The waterproofing held up well through a stream crossing, and they broke in quicker than most hiking boots I've owned.