MerrellMen's Moab 3 Hiking Shoe

I was a New Balance guy for many years due to my very wide feet. In recent years, they've become very disappointing, falling apart even when quite new. This past Summer I was headed to Europe for a lot of hiking. After an on trail failure of New Balances the year before (brand new pair and the bottom just came right off), I knew I had to find a better solution. I had also been dealing with a lot of blisters. I decided to try these based on some youtube videos.They did not disappoint! Even after a 20 mile hike, no blisters and no foot pain. The best part is even after 150 miles of some very hard trails, they're still holding up great! I am so very impressed by these shoes and this company. I've been telling everyone I know to get a pair. As a teacher I have to be very careful how I spend my money. I have to get value for my dollar. These were very expensive for my budget. I've learned that if you're going to enjoy travel, your feet have got to be happy. These have worked for me. I'm saving up for another trip in 2027. My budget is going to include another pair of these. These shoes made a trip of a lifetime even more amazing than I could have imagined.When the school year started, I went back to the old New Balances with all the shoe goo repairs. Standing all day teaching in those was now torture. I started wearing these. They're not really dressy enough, but I got them in black, so they work ok with khaki's and a nice shirt. The last 3 weeks, I'm walking up and down the rows, ready to help my kids. I have not felt the need to sit down and rest my feet like I used to have to do.So these shoes not only helped me enjoy the vacation of a lifetime, but they're helping me help kids and be the best teacher I can be. We'll see how long it takes for them to wear out.I thought I'd add that they are the perfect amount of grip, even on the wet cobblestone streets of Europe. I never slipped once.

This shoe is comfortable and meets all of my walking/hiking needs. I just completed a trip where I hiked in the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming. I wore these shoes all day for several consecutive days and I couldn't be happier with the performance.Before buying, I watched multiple videos on YouTube rating hiking shoes. The Merrill Moabs were nearly always in the top three reviewed, receiving high marks on build quality and comfort. Reviewers also rated the shoe's performance high. As a non-professional hiker, this was good enough for me. If any of the online reviewers were to ask me, and I know none will, I'd commend them for their reviews. They steered me towards these shoes, and I'm glad they did.While none of the trails I hiked were extreme, I did encounter many rocks/boulders, tree stumps, and obstacles such as fallen trees and other challenges. The Moabs met each challenge. Prior to my trip, I'd been wearing these at my cabin where I go for lengthy walks along paved and unpaved roads. Again, the Moabs met all conditions I experienced with comfort and durability. For my style of walking and hiking, I feel confident that I've purchased an affordable yet reliable shoe.I've used hiking boots for years, but I wanted a shoe that, while it doesn't provide the ankle support of a boot, was still rugged and able to serve me as I expected to be served. The Moab has thus far met all of my expectations, though I will update this review if I experience and issues. But for now, I recommend these to anyone who is a casual walker/hiker similar to me.

I'm 65, And These Are The Most Well Made Hiking Shoe's You Ever Need.So Get A Pair And Start Your Adventure Today, Where Ever That Trail Begins.There Worth The Money, Don't Even Give It A Second Thought, There Light Weight And FlexibleIncluding Comfort Rubber Sole That's Cushion With Every Step You Take.They Are Water Proof, Durable Long Lasting. So Comfortable And Come Many Color's To Chose From, Also The Fit Is Perfect. I Had A Pair Of These Merrell Back In My Younger Day's.

...there is a design weakness you just need to put up with. The inside back of the heel wears out LONG before the rest of the shoe!This is my "long distance" hiking shoe. I love it for comfort and the big toe box that you need for an expanded foot at the end of a long day under a backpack. The problem is the heel section that ALWAYS wears out first (see photo of my latest 3 pairs).I am now duct taping the insides on my latest pair, and we'll see if the shoe lasts longer. The tape isn't uncomfortable so won't lead to blisters. I just wish Merrill had better designed the shoe in the first place.

Was concerned these would be knock-offs and crappy, but no, they appear to be the real deal. Third year in a row I've bought these. Love them! Am wearing them on a European road trip and they will be perfect for rugged cobblestone streets, urban treks, even hillside meanderings. The sole is grippy without being toothsome, and the muted tones are what I need so I don't look ridiculous. Easy to slip on/off without undoing the ties. Good for walking, driving, and the occasional sprint across the road.

Been using these for longer than I can remember. I'm hard on shoes and I live in these. If you can find them for under $100, it's a good buy. Shop for them and you can find them for less sometimes. I only get about two months wear out of them, but that's the fault of my feet; not the shoe. Give them a try.

True to size and very comfortable. 4th pair. My husband wears them for work all day.