I HATE MOUNTAINS 2 SERIES

While I loved the company and the boots, I was disappointed to see how much they cost. For starters, I was interested in the Danner company, an Oregon-based made-in-America shop and the classic style of the Mountain Light series, a boot that was originally designed in the mid 1970s that, while updated for current technology (GoreTex liner and Vibram outsole), has maintained a classic look.

I HATE MOUNTAINS 2 SERIES

I wanted a pair of boots that didn't start deconstructing after 4 or 5 months of mild wear.ДЄfter a considerable amount of research into brands and styles, I decided that the Danner Mountain Light series would fit my needs. Let me start by saying that I began researching quality hiking boots after becoming very disappointed with the quality and durability of mass production boots from companies like Timberland. This is not a permanent solution but it is the best I can do for this expensive pair of boots. I applied pieces of faux wool in the heel area with Shoe Goo and it seemed to do the trick. I have been out of the country for almost a year. This is a good boot, but because the heel counter is not padded and only covered by a sheet of Gore-tex, I will give this three stars. For a small minority of people whose ankles are angled differently, this probably won't work. The Gore-Tex fabric bunches up on the top of the foot as well, creating uncomfortable wrinkles.ДЇor the majority of people, this is an exceptional boot that will be serviceable for decades. These boots gave me almost instant blisters on any incline. I have flat feet that cause my ankles to roll inward, rubbing against the inner edges of the heel counter. Unfortunately, a heel counter issue (like mentioned by Caoimhin Suilleabhain) will rub some people the wrong way. The kletterlift sole paired with the EVA midsole offers the best shock absorption I have experienced on any footwear except maximalist running shoes. One piece of good leather to last possibly a lifetime and stitchdown construction that can be resoled. It's a good boot, merging old and new concepts to create a comfortable and durable hiking and trekking boot.

I hate mountains 2