![]() I felt as though I were perched somehow *above* the sole of the shoe in the inside of the arch area, rather than being securely nestled down into it. They did seem to fit, they did not crush the ball of my foot as most boots and shoes do, they did not slip at the heel, they were snug around the ankle collar but did not put pressure on my Achilles tendon (another common trouble spot for me!).Īnd yet, they felt decidedly odd. They were fantastically light, and I loved looking at the ladies' version (the mens were plain black, not very exciting.). Out of box comfort was immediate, of course-there is really nothing to soften or "break in"- if these shoes are not comfortable straightaway they are not going to be comfortable, I would say! I trialled them outside, on trails, once I found a pair that seemed comfortable after a bit of indoor wearing. These did seem like the best option available (at the time I think I tried on every pair of contenders in the retailers in my home city!), so I bought and tried both the mens and womens version, and swapped sizes. So I when I wore a hole in the sole of my Zamberlan boots, I tried these Salomon above ankle trail shoes ("boots"). Up until now I have only had success with full-grain leather boots for this purpose, but still I look enviously and dream of something lighter that might work. I have hyperflexible, unstable ankles-that are prone to rolling on uneven ground and I find the support of a sturdy ankle cuff necessary to help prevent falls while backpacking. Off trail I do best in wide minimalist shoes and going barefoot, and for dayhiking I like trail shoes and trail runners, but for carrying a backpack on rocky trails for many miles per day I like pretty sturdy boots with stiffish soles to bridge gaps in rocks, and firm ankle cuffs. I generally wind up in men's shoes touted as "neutral" and sized up to get width. My feet are straight, not curved-around, with naturally low but functioning arches, so I get pressure on the outside of my forefoot from shoes made on curved lasts (common for females) and shoes with "arch support" or "pronation control" are painful for me. I have normal ladies' heels but a wide, D/E forefoot. Theyare pricey, but worth every dime! Looking forward to many an enjoyable and reliable mile with the Salomon Quest 4D 3GTX! I’m sold! So much so, not only did I pick up some hot weather Salomon X Ultra Mid Aero boots, but bought a pair of Quest 4D 3 GTX for my daughter. There are numerous Salomons in my stable of hiking and running shoes (some ten years old), so I don’t know why it’s taken so long for me to finally pony up for their boots. Plodding through granite shards, dust, rocky balds, and water crossings without a hiccup. On the John Muir Trail, and Colorado’s front range, the Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX logged higher mileage days under a 60lb pack without complaint. I have read comments from other reviewers of laces that won’t stay tight nor tied, though I did not have that experience on shorter hikes.on the longer trips even double knotted worked itself loose. Sharper rocks were not felt through the sole, for which I was grateful, as they were plentiful. The partial rubber rand and toe cap keeps rock stubs and scuffs at bay. The Quest 4D 3GTX offered stout support but ample “trail feel,” sure-footed traction thanks to Contra-grip and plenty of room in the toe box. ![]() ![]() Personally, I did not experience the “over-heating” or sweating in a Goretex boot when paired with a wool or Merino wool sock.so it is a non-issue for me (and I use a variety of different wool companies). One brand may offer a wider toebox, another higher ankle support, another a comfortable footbed/sole and yet another good traction/stiction.but until the Salomon Quest 4D 3GTX, never all in one boot.Īs other reviewers will attest.”right out of the box all day comfort.” I experienced no break-in period, along with no blisters or hot spots on a 7-mile hike in Red Rock Canyon. ![]() My constant search for the perfect backpacking/hiking boot (for me) is complete! I have purchased and used many quality name brand footwear for rugged trail and backcountry trips, but to my feet they have all been found lacking. ![]()
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