Do these exist?

[kad11]

Does anyone know if a boot meeting these specs exists?

- mostly synthetic, quick drying
- lightweight
- durable but flexible sole (minimal/ no shank)
- rubber rand
- wide forefoot (most European models are too narrow)

I think I'm basically looking for something like a Salewa Crow or Sportiva Trango minus the rigid sole and narrow forefoot.

The lasts on Oboz Bridgers and Kenetrek Mtn Extremes fit my feet extremely well.

 

[JDZ]

Sounds to me like you're describing almost any model of Keen, Salomon, or Merrell. What am I missing?

 

[RBHunter]

https://www.sportiva.com/nucleo-high-gtx.html
I have a pair of these and like them. Missing the rand. But I run a wider toebox as well and they fit good.

 

[kad11]

Sounds to me like you're describing almost any model of Keen, Salomon, or Merrell. What am I missing?

Those companies use soft soles that get chewed up really quickly in shale. Plus the lack of a rand means the lower portion of the boot gets shredded as well.

I should have provided more info, but I'm looking for a boot for the Beartooths in south central MT. Shale and granite for days...

I've found that I move much better through that country with a flexible hiker, but they're literally missing chunks of sole and fabric after a week long trip.

I lose foot and ankle flexion with stiff mountain boots and, therefore, expend a lot more energy stumbling/ trying to keep my footing. I know conventional wisdom and tons of guys with way more experience than me prefer stiff boots in steep semi-technical terrain, but I really struggle with them...

 

[Ohio Darin]

Lowa Cevedales is what I run for what you're talking about. I did need to use a boot stretcher to open the toe box a little more to my liking. They are a stiffer boot however. Salomon Quest 4D's are a closer option to what you're looking for and don't require the stretching. They were toast after a 12 day sheep hunt so that could get a little spendy. The Kenetreks fit my feet well out of the box too.

The foot fitter boot stretcher was the best $50 I've spent when it comes to boots.

 

[JollyRoger]

Asolo Fugitives check those boxes I think and are offered in wide. I’ve always had a pair in rotation for 12 years or so.


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[kad11]

Thanks for the feedback guys... I've got some looking around to do.