Merrell Unisex's Alverstone Hiking Shoe, US

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The comfort someone receives from a shoe will depend on how that shoe interacts with the specific characteristics of their feet. This outsole works well on slippery, wet surfaces due to the multi-directional grip. With plenty of flexibility plus grip, these hikers can handle pretty much any terrain. There is no doubt that the Merrell Moab 3 is a highly breathable shoe. Our microscope images showed large ventilation holes in the tightly woven fabric, and when we performed our traditional smoke test, it scored an impressive 4/5 for breathability. 5 is the most breathable, and the average for hiking shoes is 2.3, so the Moab 3 definitely classes as breathable! Moab 2 has advanced versions with Gore-Tex (Moab 2 Mid GORE-TEX) and waterproof technologies (Moab 2 Mid Waterproof). Such features are absent in Merrell Alverstone, as Merrell created this style for hiking typical trails- rather than harsher surfaces and water bodies. ➤ Merrell Alverstone vs Moab 2 – Design Comparison ✦ Material Merrell isn’t known for skimping on functionality, and there’s no disappointment to be had with the M Select GRIP outsoles plus 5mm lugs allowing for adventuring over demanding terrain.

We feel light and agile in this shoe. Weighing in at 12.1 oz (343g), the Merrell Moab Speed GTX shaves off 1.8 oz (52g) from the average for waterproof hiking shoes. Despite its impermeable Gore-Tex membrane, it is by no means a clunky shoe, and our legs still had energy to spare by the end of a hard day. Merrell has been making high-quality performance gear since 1981. What started as a business primarily focused on designing and manufacturing hiking boots has developed into one of the industry’s most trusted brand names, especially regarding hiking shoes. In its second version, the Moab 2 Mid-hiker also boasts excellent cushioning, durability, and good traction for groomed trails or everyday wear. All applicable customs and import duties and any other charges are the responsibility of the customer.Shanks are embedded into Merrell's flagship Moab shoes as well as many other models. Merrell hiking shoes vs. boots

However, if you prefer complete breathability for sweat-inducing weather, Alverstone also sells a non-waterproof version of the Merrell Alverstone. This non-waterproof version is much more breathable for hot adventures, minus the waterproof liner.

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It is a common trend to believe that support, specifically ankle support, comes from the high-top cuff of hiking boots. Consequently, it’s common to believe that Merrell hiking shoes do not provide adequate stability because they have low-cut cuffs around the ankle. However, this is simply not true. Low-cut Merrell hiking shoes still offer stability To put it simply, comfort is subjective. In other words, what is comfortable for one person may not be comfortable for someone else.