I found the Quest 4D 3 GTX boots to excel in all of these conditions, especially with a heavy pack. The boot, a mix of nubuck leather, nylon, and the rugged Contragrip outsole. A good portion of the hiking involves class two scrambling and unstable rock, with a slight chance of mountain goats. The air is thin, the terrain crumbly and loose. That is hiker speak for Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln, and Bross, all giant chossy rock piles that soar well over 14,000 feet. So, you may be asking yourself, “Well golly gee Jon, where might you take a fresh pair of boots to test if you have so many places to chose from? I must know!”Īn hour away from our home there’s a wonderful circuit commonly referred to as the Decalibron. Living in the high Rockies of Colorado, I truly am spoiled when it comes to trails, terrain, altitude, and climate.
Gear Review of the Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX Origins: Easing You In Users love the deep eyelet at the ankle as it helps to secure the boot.ħ-14 for Men, 5-12 for Women, with half sizesĪ premium price for one of the best backpacking boots on the market.
One of the stickiest, grippiest outsoles on the market. The classic, tried-and-true waterproofing for boots. It’s mixed with nylon mesh and fabric for breathability. High quality boots use Nubuck leather, or full-grain leather. Salomon is known for a narrow fit, and this is true for the Quest 4D 3 GTX. We categorize boots in three classes, and the Quest 4D 3 GTX are technically the upper range of Midweight. If you’re used to light trail runners or even light boots, you’ll want to warm your feet (and calves) up to these. Moderately heavy, though not the upper range. Product Name Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX Feature Type They’re also waterproof and feature a thoughtful lacing system that works well on steep incline and under stormy skies. Yet these boots feel comfortable right out of the box and required a zero break-in period. The Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX’s are burly, big, and built to take you far under a heavy load.
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