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X Ultra 4 Mid GTX Hiking Boots

Why we picked it

Wirecutter's Best Hiking Shoestrue waterproof in heavy rain

Warranty: 2 yearsMade in: VietnamSatisfaction: 92%

Mid-cut hiking boots that cross over from day-hike to multi-day backpacking. Gore-Tex waterproof membrane, Contagrip rubber outsole that lasts 1500+ miles. Trail runners say these are the closest thing to a "lifetime" hiking boot.

2 years Made in Vietnam
$169.95

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Awards & Recognition

  • Outdoor Gear LabTop Pick - Hiking Boots
  • WirecutterBest Hiking Shoes

Community & Review Summary

4.6/ 5

5,000 Amazon reviews

92%

Reddit satisfaction score

200

Total mentions (180 positive)

N/A

Amazon sales rank

Pros & Cons from Reviews

Pros

  • +True waterproof in heavy rain
  • +Lightweight for boot category
  • +Outsole lasts 1500+ miles
  • +Comfortable straight from box

Cons

  • -Gore-Tex liner can wear after many years
  • -Sizing runs narrow