Boot specific unique characteristics
I recently bought a size 13 mid-high cut boot, but my feet are more like a 12.5. Half sizes end in 11.5, which is unusual. The size 12 fit snugly but still felt comfortable.I wanted a durable boot for hiking in warm weather. I planned long hikes and backpacking trips, averaging 12 to 15 miles a day in temperatures around 80°. I was concerned about blisters.I’ve worn Gore-Tex mid-cut boots in the summer before and got massive blisters on my heels, ruining my trips. These boots claim to be Gore-Tex, but they felt thin. I spoke with our local rep, and he assured me they’re suitable for warm temperatures.Sadly, I got blisters on my first day out, a 3-mile hike/walk in 75-80° temperatures. I hadn’t adjusted my footbeds, and the setup wasn’t right. I’ve since adjusted them and haven’t taken a warm hike above 70°.These boots feel like a boot version of my “barefoot” shoes. The soles are durable, stable, and provide confidence on my footing, but I can also feel the ground beneath me.The mid-high cut isn’t very supportive, but it’s more supportive than low-cut boots. I like this balance.I recommend this boot, but buyers should know it may not be the most breathable and has a “barefoot” feel.The boot’s design incorporates unique aspects of the wearer’s experience, but it gets a few key elements right but slightly off, so it’s not perfect.