Yet these boots feel comfortable right out of the box and required a. We’ve updated the chassis to target sensitive articulations and wrap the foot for extra support, while also keeping your stride fluid. The Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTXs are burly, big, and built to take you far under a heavy load. I was able to use them in some off-trail situations and they really are confidence-inspiring. Designed for long expeditions and tough conditions, the QUEST is grippy and supportive. The Salomon Quest 4 GTX is slightly heavier (23oz/655g) compared to other high-cut hiking boots with an average weight of 23.5oz/666g. I never found that the heel-to-toe drop was uncomfortable and it really offers less foot fatigue over high mileage days.ĭue to the nature of their construction, mine only took a few days to break in and offer extended comfort over rough and rocky trails. They offer a 12mm heel-to-toe drop which may be a bit much for some people. The boots offer a traditional hiking boot feel inside. Considering the Ortholite insole, ample ankle padding, and excellent lacing, they really lend themselves to immediate comfort, despite being somewhat stiff out of the box.
When picking your footwear, consider what your intended use is actually going to be. In my opinion and experience, this difference is completely negligible and unnoticeable. The boots are the most comfortable backpacking boots I’ve used. The Lowa Zephyr GTX Mid TF shouldn’t be overlooked either, weighing in at just 2lbs 6.4oz for a pair. Salomon boots have great comfort and the Quest 4 GTX holds true to that idea. The “wings” along the sides of the boot help to hold your foot in place and really hug your foot. It has plenty of room in the toebox to help with swelling. This boot offers a standard fit that runs true to size. I didn’t experience any slipping or sliding on wet roots or rocks. Salomon uses their own house-made grip called Contagrip and while it isn’t Vibram MegaGrip, it works quite well in wet and dry conditions. The grip of the Salomon Quest 4 GTX won’t fail you Even the outsole also appears to wear well and I haven’t noticed any early signs of sole wear. These are some of the most durable boots that I’ve used and they show no signs of premature wear in any area. These boots are made for rocky terrain and/or carrying a heavier pack, so they may be too much support and protection on easy trails.
have sweaty feet (the Salomon Outpulse Mid GTX is praised for its breathability).Your browser does not support the video tag.īuy Quest 4 GTX if you want a durable, waterproof backpacking boot that offers comfortable support over lots of miles on rough and rocky trails. Taller than most hiking boots, the Quest 4D offers good overall weather protection on rainy, snowy, and muddy treks.
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