TOWER TREK GTX®

Took these on a week-long backpacking trip with a heavy pack, and the ankle support was noticeably better than my old boots. The grip on loose scree and mud held steady without any slipping. They were stiff at first but molded to my feet after the first tough day.

Pulled these on for a rocky descent and my ankles felt locked in from the first step—the GTX lining kept my feet bone dry through a stream crossing, too. They’ve got enough stiffness for a loaded pack but still flex nicely on flat trail miles. Sizing ran true for me, which is rare with boots, so tha

These handled three straight days of rocky trails with a heavy pack and my feet felt solid the entire time. The GTX lining kept them dry through a surprise morning downpour without turning into a sauna once it cleared up.