Backpacking Boot Rating: 9.0 – Excellent!
An extreme lovin’ durable backpacking boot that is 8 inches tall and very supportive. The Teton II is waterproof, tough and built on a grippy Vibram sole.
Quality Ratings:
| 1. Weight: 3.4 lbs |
Good |
| 2. Sole: Vibram |
Excellent |
| 3. Upper: Leather |
Excellent |
| 4. Lining |
Good |
| 5. Sole/Upper Connection |
Good |
| 6. Insert: Formed |
Good |
| 7. Toe Protection |
Excellent |
| 8. Lacing |
Excellent |
| 9. Waterproof: Gore-Tex |
Good |
| 10. Breathability |
Good |
| 11. Ankle Support |
Excellent
|
| 12. Value |
Good |
THE GOOD
This boot has 8 tall inches of support, durable materials and is made with a single-piece leather upper. Also, it’s lightweight for the quality.
THE BAD
Not much bad except the value. If the Teton II was $30 cheaper then the value would be excellent.
THE FIT & COMFORT
This boot requires the avearage break-in time for a backpacking boot. The Teton II has an normal foot shape with a little extra in the width to comfortably allow thick socks.
THE PRICE
List price – $220.00
Average price – $189.95
OTHER NOTES
This boot is very similar to Cabela’s Perfekt. The Teton II is taller, but the Perfekt is more comfortable.
Available Sizes: Men’s 7-12, 13
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