Reddit reviews Merrell Men's Moab Ventilator Mid Hiking Boot
We found 3 Reddit comments about Merrell Men's Moab Ventilator Mid Hiking Boot. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
Mid-height hiking boot with mesh and leather upper featuring lace-up closure and shock-absorbing air cushion heelM-Select DRY moisture-wicking mesh liningM-select FRESH odor preventionOrtholite anatomical footbed for supportSticky Vibram outsole for traction
> You will NOT find those being worn by racers
You'll also find racers wearing tight leather onesies...I'm not gonna hike in those. I love the subtle knock on "bad ass" image riders. Plenty of us ride for pleasure and don't race, which is why Engineer boots are popular among many motorcyclists - whatever their riding style. The will keep our feet and ankles protected in a slide.
> Ok, you want a citation from me, so where is yours?
I provided you with 2.
>why do service members carry so much gear, even special forces?
Yeah, military is a good example. I think they are going to be in a a lot worse terrain than I'll ever experience on an approach. I have the choice to stay out of the muddy ditch...they don't. I agree if you are going to see ground like those guys maybe rethink trail-runners. It looks like quite a few operators like mid-hikers like the Merrell Moab which looks more like a hybrid approach/hiking shoe.
Military also does a lot of dumb shit for....reasons. I know...I was in for 9 years. The issued boots were pretty mediocre and most of us favored the jungle boot which provided very little ankle support. Holy shit, if I could have worn approach shoes I would have for every patrol.
> Your body will adapt
Exactly. In my 2nd source you see that the ankle support can actually cause the body to adapt and rely on the artificial support weakening the ligaments in the ankle and making you more susceptible to ankle injuries. I'd also like to think about the extra 5 lbs of water/food/supplies I could carry shedding a pound off my foot.
EDIT: Here's an operator wearing a low top shoe
did you use that for hiking?
doesnt really look like a hardcore hiking boot to me...(edit.. looks more like a casual day boot like a timberlan)
i have a pair similiar to these https://www.amazon.com/Merrell-Moab-Ventilator-Mid-Hiking/dp/B00D7CHBFU
very summer hiking geared, but i've used them in cold and snow and almost every type of climant and terrain
had them since 2012 and they are just starting to fall apart and rip open, not water resistant at all, but are still comfortable
I have these
Love them. Almost zero break-in time needed!