Backpacking Boot Rating: 8.0 – Great!
Extremely lightweight boot made for moderate backpacking trips with a light pack. It’s very comfortable, waterproof, stylish and breathable.
Quality Ratings:
| 1. Weight: 2.2 lbs |
Excellent |
| 2. Sole: Vibram |
Good |
| 3. Upper: Leather |
Good |
| 4. Lining |
Excellent |
| 5. Sole/Upper Connection |
Good |
| 6. Insert: Formed |
Good |
| 7. Toe Protection |
Good |
| 8. Lacing |
Fair |
| 9. Waterproof: Gore-Tex |
Good |
| 10. Breathability |
Excellent |
| 11. Ankle Support |
Fair
|
| 12. Value |
Good |
THE GOOD
The Pulse II is perfect for day hiking and versatile enough to support up to a 25 pound pack for a multi-day backpacking trip.
THE BAD
While it is super comfortable, it will be a little too soft for extreme backpacking trips. If you are taking a heavy backpack, the Pulse II may not have enough ankle support.
THE FIT & COMFORT
This is one of the most comfortable boots available and the Pulse II is famous for it. This boot requires zero break-in time.
THE PRICE
List price – $135.00
Average price – $109.95
OTHER NOTES
Smoke (the rich tan color) is the most popular color style and almost impossible to find for under $124.95.
Available Sizes: Men’s 7-12, 13, 14, 15
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