Great hiker for the price
So far so good. They were really large compared to other brands. I typically wear UA, I'm a size 10 but always have to buy size 10.5 in UA..... these are opposite....I sent size 10 back and ordered 9.5...they were still big. But they are light and decently comfortable and holding up well after a couple months. I work construction and it's always hard to find a decent lightweight shoe that holds up and doesn't break the bank. They aren't as comfortable as most UA shoes/hikers ive owned but not far behind.. The side zip feature is definitely nice, makes slipping on and off a breeze. "Water repellant" is definitely a stretch, but for the price I wasn't expecting much in that area. If the price stays reasonable and I can get a least 6 to 8 months of wear, I will be buying more in the future.UPDATE: After more than a yr of wear, typically 5-6 days a week, these shoes have held up remarkably well. I am beyond impressed. I changed from 4 stars to 5. I have used these for hiking, hunting but mostly for my day to day job of construction. I typically wear them unzipped, unless I'm hiking in them or on a roof/climbing thru trusses. They arent built for long hikes unless the terrain is pretty forgiving. They dont do great on steep hills or rocky terrain, the sole just doesnt have enough cushion for that. But I have done it a few times and have had worse experiences with hikers 2x to 3x their price. But u will not find a better hiker for mild terrain or daily walking/work for the money. My old ones have a couple small holes from working construction, but the ripstop fabric has kept them very small and they're still wearable. I just bought a new pair, but will keep the old ones for yrs to come for jobs like painting or when i need a comfortable pair of shoes for a dirty/messy job.
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rory callahan
December 08, 2025
Great price
Once broken in they are great. Keep my feet warm, good cushioning and comfy. For the price you can’t beat it
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Good quality for the price
It looks like the tan ones have some suede leather, but as far as I could tell there is no actual leather on the brown ones. But if you can't really tell, and for only $75...There is also not much padding in the insoles, but that might actually be a plus if you want to periodically replace after-market insoles.I would also rate the overall quality, materials, & construction as very good. But beware that although the sizing is correct, they are a bit on the long & narrow side. If you have a narrow foot and can wear Nike or Levi's, they should be fine, but I am returning them for that reason.
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Charles R
January 01, 2022
Flintstone Feet
For those with wide feet and wondering why there are no D, EE or other “wide” designation sizes for CQR boots. Size 10.5 and I have very wide feet; to the tune that I simply cannot wear N1<€ or similar shoes that run narrow.My purchase is of size 10.5 black w/ side zip. The boots are very true to size and the toe box is surprisingly wide enough to accommodate my “Flintstone” (flat and wide) feet. Break-in took a week while oiling the leather on the 1st and 3rd day and subsequently every 2 weeks thereafter. Experienced only mild discomfort.Only one problem with the boots I’ve noticed pertains to the length of the side zipper. Out of the box it is ever so slightly too short, and even with the pull strap donning was difficult. I found easy resolution in replacing the laces with high quality bungee/shock cord from a reputable brand that is not specifically marketed for solely (no pun intended) this purpose. I was able to do the kid’s shoes as well and still have some remaining to add to inventory.These boots are not equipped with a safety toe. They are not waterproof. Height is mid-6” style. Out of the box they are silent (no squeaking on finished floors or of the leather on itself). Very lightweight with removable insoles. Comfortable and durable enough (with proper care and maintenance) for all day, every day and occupational wear.At the lower-end price point ($50-$100) CQR boots get my recommendation.
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Roy Barnard
December 03, 2025
My New Hiking Boots
Fit perfectly and very comfortable.
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Comfortable, composite / no metal shanks, metal detector friendly, great footbed.
I wear these for work, 12 hour shifts. They replaced a pair from UA. I love the footbed in this pair. It is a little tight fit at first but the boot does stretch a tad after a couple of times wearing it. The sole and toes are composite / no metal shanks so it does pass easily through metal detector screening. The zipper is decent but should be used carefully as I think it is not quite as robust as some other brands, but mine works well. I gave it 4 out of 5 stars for water resistance. It does pretty well, and I would suggest periodically using waterproofing spray to keep up the water resistance. The tread seems decent and does not seem to slip easily on slick surfaces. I would buy these again for sure!
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aquielisunari
August 31, 2018
Lightweight and comfy and true to size, for me.
If you're working indoors or walking some easier trails these are a (EDIT: NOT a good pair)good pair of shoes to have.Comfortable, lightweight, breathable, no zipper to break, easy thread eyelets. I wear size 11 and I ordered 11 and they fit just fine. They'll handle winter socks but not too thick.Tread is disappearing pretty quick and the sole is very pliable. While that helps with grip it's not good for longevity. I give these shoes 6 months or less. I hope they prove me wrong.On a side note Amazon makes it impossible for the customer to be informed about their purchases. There used to be a different page for all products which means when I read a review for that product it WAS FOR THAT PRODUCT. They then consolidated the reviews to the point of near-uselessness. Look at product and look at reviews. I don't want to wade through the other CQR shoes I didn't but just to find the few reviews of the sku I did. This change was done a long time ago but it still is an ugly way to offer consumers reviews.Update October 8th:These are not good shoes. I do not recommend them. The brown stuff you see is not fabric or leather(HA!). It's a coating that will start to flake off after a month. They have also developed 3 holes. When your(CQR) shoes fall apart after a month it's obvious where your companies priorities are.DO NOT BUY. Worst money I've spent within the past two months.
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