Adidas Women's Terrex AX4 Hiking Shoes, Size 7, Black/Aqua/Yellow

I have really mixed feelings about these shoes. They are great in most ways, but have a couple of flaws that nearly lead me to return them.First is a minor flaw that actually can be problematic for certain situations: The black-colored shoes show dirt like nobody’s business. If you wear these anywhere other than on pavement, they make you look like you just stepped out of the fields. It is bad enough that I feel self-conscious going into restaurants after going on a hike. Duh, that is exactly when I am feeling ready for some nourishment.The other combination problem is a near fatal flaw for me: The shoe laces are the worst I have ever had. They will not stay tied, even when I double-knot them! This is coupled with a bizarre top pair of too-small eyelets that set ... MoreI have really mixed feelings about these shoes. They are great in most ways, but have a couple of flaws that nearly lead me to return them.First is a minor flaw that actually can be problematic for certain situations: The black-colored shoes show dirt like nobody’s business. If you wear these anywhere other than on pavement, they make you look like you just stepped out of the fields. It is bad enough that I feel self-conscious going into restaurants after going on a hike. Duh, that is exactly when I am feeling ready for some nourishment.The other combination problem is a near fatal flaw for me: The shoe laces are the worst I have ever had. They will not stay tied, even when I double-knot them! This is coupled with a bizarre top pair of too-small eyelets that set up a lace pattern that is quite difficult to get properly tensioned. Plus, the infernal slippery laces are too long, so if I only use one pair of the eyelets, then the laces drag on the ground. If I use both sets of eyelets, then the lacing and tensioning is a pain.Getting and keeping these properly tied is such a chore that I bought new laces off Amazon as a last ditch effort before returning them to REI. Thankfully that seems to have worked, but it seems Adidas botched this very fundamental part of the design.

This footwear did not last through six months period. The order was placed on 9/10/2023 and I received my order on 9/14/2023. I have been wearing TERREX AX4 Hiking Shoes on one mile walks with my dog daily on flat terrain, no hiking of any kind. The fabric inside of shoes has ripped and the soles of both shoes are completely worn off. The inside fabric started ripping after a couple of months of wear. The sole has scuffed slowly over a period of 6 months. I am really disappointed that the lifespan of these shoes is no longer than 6 months with no strenuous hiking. I asked Adidas for a replacement of these shoes since they are still available online. Adidas replied that the approved warranty will receive refunds in gift card only. They can’t send me a replacement. ... MoreThis footwear did not last through six months period. The order was placed on 9/10/2023 and I received my order on 9/14/2023. I have been wearing TERREX AX4 Hiking Shoes on one mile walks with my dog daily on flat terrain, no hiking of any kind. The fabric inside of shoes has ripped and the soles of both shoes are completely worn off. The inside fabric started ripping after a couple of months of wear. The sole has scuffed slowly over a period of 6 months. I am really disappointed that the lifespan of these shoes is no longer than 6 months with no strenuous hiking. I asked Adidas for a replacement of these shoes since they are still available online. Adidas replied that the approved warranty will receive refunds in gift card only. They can’t send me a replacement. Why not? Because they are probably aware of pure quality and defects.Unfortunately, the warranty claim was denied, and they offered me 30% off on future purchases. What a joke! I am a fan of Adidas footwear, because they are wider. But I am completely disappointed about their approach to valued customers.This manufacturing damage to the material did not happen overnight. The footwear slowly became more and more damaged over the period of six months. The shoes were delivered on 9/14/2023. Adidas mentioned that I was 14 days over the six-month warranty period. This damage to defected material has not happened in 14 days after the warranty expired! The defective material has worn off slowly over the period of six months.

I really like these. They are very comfortable. I'm a true size 10 and these felt a very roomy. I have to wear thicker socks. Which is fine. I rather them be a little big than too tight. The were on sale for $29.99. With my REI rewards ended up being free. So that was nice!