Asolo Atlantis GTX

IT DID THE JOB - All right, a review now that I've done the trek in Ladakh: The long and the short of it is that it did the job admirably. The only person not to get blisters, too. We did arduous treks at elevation. We had to cross several high passes, and the ascents and declines were very, very steep. We also had to hike through wide river beds with lots of rocks and boulders, which proved to be the hardest part. When going down sharp slopes, I didn't bang my toes against the end. Probably because I sized a whole size up. Great traction on boulders. Great ankle support over rocks and small boulders. Lightweight enough not to feel like I was carrying rocks on my feet. Good water protection on the day we had a downpour and when I got my boot in one river. The laces stay tied and there are only two levels of laces to fiddle with. This section of rubber at the sides of heels got chewed up by the rocks, but nothing too bad. The funny thing is that some of the pony men who provide trek support wore loafers or tennis shoes or, in one case, rubber sandals so I felt we were over-geared----especially when we met this young New Zealand couple who did the same trek with sport sandals!

I love these hiking boots! They make me feel like I'm rolling on the trail; they have sort of a "lift and roll" to them that's difficult to describe. I do quite a bit of hiking in the summer (some long 17-mile hikes included) and some in the winter, so I am very excited to have such a fine pair of boots! I did add an insole for extra cushion, which works out well, even when I'm wearing a very thick, padded hiking sock. My foot is usually (ideally) a size 5.5 Wide, and not voluminous (i.e., it's wide, but kind of bony/skinny), so that might have something to do with the fact that I can add an insole AND really thick socks and still feel like my foot has enough room in the boot. The Asolo boot I ordered is a size 6, B width. It fits great. Enjoy!

This pair really exceeds all expectations. The brand lives up to its name in appearance, reliability, and comfort. After the first couple of times it became much more easier to slip into. Aside from the countless compliments I am very happy with my selection. No other brand has been able to meet my standards.

These boots fit my feet like a glove! I have narrow feet and very narrow heels. The boots are so easy to lace up. I don't have to tug on the laces anymore and strain my thumbs.

Great shoe - Heading to Kilimanjaro in December with these shoes. So far have done a few four hour hikes and they are comfortable. I did buy special insoles to help with long downhill treks.