Merrell Moab 3 Men's Hiking Shoes, US 11 / Walnut / Regular

I'm on my third pair of these hiking shoes, which tells you something about their appeal, and also something about their relative lack of durability. I find these wear out within 12-16 months. The soles themselves are sturdy enough and hold up reasonably well for what is essentially a clunky running shoe with a Vibram sole. In my experience the first thing to wear out is the fabric lining of the shoe, particularly around the heel cup, followed some months later by the nylon uppers at the flex point.On my feet, the Moabs are very comfortable and lightweight compared to some other hiking/access shoes I have owned. They are also relatively inexpensive. However, when you consider the much longer life-span of welted leather boots which can be resoled numerous times, ... MoreI'm on my third pair of these hiking shoes, which tells you something about their appeal, and also something about their relative lack of durability. I find these wear out within 12-16 months. The soles themselves are sturdy enough and hold up reasonably well for what is essentially a clunky running shoe with a Vibram sole. In my experience the first thing to wear out is the fabric lining of the shoe, particularly around the heel cup, followed some months later by the nylon uppers at the flex point.On my feet, the Moabs are very comfortable and lightweight compared to some other hiking/access shoes I have owned. They are also relatively inexpensive. However, when you consider the much longer life-span of welted leather boots which can be resoled numerous times, it's best to remember the old adage: "You get what you pay for." My leather hiking boots are over 20 years old and have been resoled 3 times. They are the most comfortable boots I've ever owned. Well worth the money if you expect to be hiking on rough ground, over talus blocks or down scree slopes. Still, I must admit, the Moabs are nearly perfect for smooth, dry trails in the summertime.

We got these Merrell Moab 3 hiking shoes for our son to wear while he hikes trails. We had no idea what great shoes these really are! They are now his absolute favorite to wear! These are a pig suede leather and breathable mesh upper. They have a protective toe cap which is wonderful, and 100% recycled laces and webbing which is so great for the environment. They also have a removable footbed, and Merrell air cushion in the heel that absorbs shock and definitely adds stability. The outsole also provides grip, awesome traction, durability and flexibility. These fit great on my son's wide feet. He loved how comfortable these shoes were right away! Especially the arch support. He also loves how great they look. He's 14, so he loves how rugged and cool they look on him. ... MoreWe got these Merrell Moab 3 hiking shoes for our son to wear while he hikes trails. We had no idea what great shoes these really are! They are now his absolute favorite to wear! These are a pig suede leather and breathable mesh upper. They have a protective toe cap which is wonderful, and 100% recycled laces and webbing which is so great for the environment. They also have a removable footbed, and Merrell air cushion in the heel that absorbs shock and definitely adds stability. The outsole also provides grip, awesome traction, durability and flexibility. These fit great on my son's wide feet. He loved how comfortable these shoes were right away! Especially the arch support. He also loves how great they look. He's 14, so he loves how rugged and cool they look on him. I especially love how these are waterproof. He wears them in the rain all the time and they never get soaked. They always look good as new. I honestly cannot believe how well-made these hikers are. They are extremely durable too. I won't be needing to get him a new pair for quite a while. We highly recommend these Moab 3 shoes for their look, comfort, fit, durability, and their extremely high quality!! You will not be disappointed in these great hiking shoes!

I have owned several pairs of Moabs over the years, so I was excited to see them updated. As much as I love orange, and I really love orange, I miss the leather versions. I could better disguise them for work and travel. These shoes do feel differently than previous versions. I have hiked with them across different terrains from National Parks to local trails, as well worn them across more than a few urban landscapes. They feel more like a heavy duty sneaker or low profile hiking shoe than previous versions. The grip is excellent across pavement, rocks, snow, mud, etc. The "canvas" and mesh do hold the mud more than the leather shoes, so they need to be cleaned more frequently. The shoe is a hint tighter on my foot than the older versions, so they really need to be ... MoreI have owned several pairs of Moabs over the years, so I was excited to see them updated. As much as I love orange, and I really love orange, I miss the leather versions. I could better disguise them for work and travel. These shoes do feel differently than previous versions. I have hiked with them across different terrains from National Parks to local trails, as well worn them across more than a few urban landscapes. They feel more like a heavy duty sneaker or low profile hiking shoe than previous versions. The grip is excellent across pavement, rocks, snow, mud, etc. The "canvas" and mesh do hold the mud more than the leather shoes, so they need to be cleaned more frequently. The shoe is a hint tighter on my foot than the older versions, so they really need to be loosened on long flights. I find matching sock thickness is more important in this shoe. Thin compressions slide around and heavy wool can make the inside feel shorter. I'm interested to see if the shoe breaks in or retains the firmer quality. Lastly, the inside heal is different from previous versions around the Achilles. While that isn't an issue for me, I can see that worth investigating for some folks.