Merrell Men's Alverstone Mid Hiking Boot

I started wearing Merrill several years ago as they are just comfortable. I'm no connoisseur of shoes so the fact that these were another line from what I've been buying (Moab line) really had no meaning. These are comfortable shoes and are a pair I wear only in the house. The one thing I really dislike (and it admittedly is a nit) is the pull strap at the top of the heel. The Moab line has a strap which has one end attached at the top of the heel with the other end attached about an inch down. There is always a loop to grab to pull the shoe on. These however, while there is what could be a loop, the way it is attached - one point at the top of the heel - it does not lend itself to being a loop. Seems no matter what I do, the strap does not want to separate into a loop.

I had my last pair of Merrell shoes for over 3 years before they started tearing. I tried other brands but none were as comfortable as my Merrells. Unfortunately the exact shoe was discontinued, so I went through all the options on amazon and ordered 3 styles: this, the waterproof Moab 2, and the All Out Blaze Aero. This one was the best all-around of the 3. I do not hike that much, but I like the support and traction for whenever I do. For the most part, these are just daily shoes for me to wear to work. So YMMV depending on your desire for the shoe. The Blaze was best for me, but I kept the Alverstone as well for winter hiking and snowy days and to prolong the life of both. The Alverstones aren't as comfy as my old ones, but they're pretty close.For comparison sake: The Moab 2 was a bit narrower and tighter feeling in the standard width and definitely felt larger and heavier. For only hiking, they might be the better option, but I returned them. The Blaze was super light and comfy, but I hadn't realized that the material was mostly a mesh which means water would go right into it. At first that was a disqualifier, but when I realized the number of times that would be an actual issue for me was very small, I decided to keep them and they are my daily shoe now.

Coming from a Moab Vent and Moab 2 Vent user, I was a bit skeptical that any other Merrell could provide the same comfort, but man do these things rock!.I have wide and flat feet so my shoe choices are somewhat limited. I originally chose the Moab Vents because of their out-of-the-box bang-on comfort and fit (you could buy those at the store and head directly to the trail head, they were that good). As I got more educated on what makes a good hiking shoe, I started to notice that my Moabs were a little too stiff and honestly didn't cinch down enough for my ankles (They always felt loose on me, going down half a size didn't help).After my Moab 2s finally cried Uncle, I looked for a bit more athletic hiker, not a Trail Runner, but something more streamlined with a bit less of a profile and footprint. I came across the Alverstones and after reading countless reviews, I saw the magic words, "Large Toebox" and "Great for wide feet". I got them delivered and threw them on for a quick 3-miler on varied terrain, and I gotta say these are my new hiking shoes. The fit is on a another level, so much more secure than the Moab 2s, and the footprint is just streamlined enough to where I don't feel boxy and like I'm wearing hiking boots (The Moab footprint was a bit too big for my taste). The quick-lacing system cinches down securely and the design of the tread allows for fast-paced hikes, which is what I enjoy.I do agree with others that the insole needs to be swapped out ASAP, especially for someone like me with my foot issues, not a problem as I just swapped out the aftermarket insoles I had in my Moab 2s.It's only been one hike, but I love them so far and don't see any issues coming up in the future.

I have had a pair of Merrell Moab Hiking Shoes that I use almost daily for my walking regiment and I have also used them twice walking sections of the Appalacian Trial and they have worn like iron. The only place they have shown much wear is the back of the shoe at the heel. I have had my Merrell Moab hiking shoes for over four years and they don't look too bad for "old hiking shoes" but because I have used them more lately for mowing the yard and working in my garden they just aren't "pristine" looking enough for wearing to outdoor picnics, parties, and eating out with my wife. I saw the Merrell Alverstone Hiking Shoes and liked the way they looked and the good price for them so I figured is they were anyway as good as the Merrell Moab Hiking Shoes I would be happy with them. So far I really like my new Merrell Alverstone Hiking Shoes. The fit was good right out of the box and I have had no problems doing by 1.5 to 2 mile daily walks with them. It's like they were already "broken-in" and I don't get any blisters or sore areas on my feet or heels from using them new right out of the box.

I have foot problems, and these are the best shoes I have ever owned when it comes to plantar fasciitis. I picked up my first pair (of Merrels) off a sale rack at the shoe store, and have proceeded to but three more pairs since then.Excellent arch support. Good looking shoe.

Just bought my 4th pair of these Alverstone’s. I’m not a hiker or a backpacker. Just an average dude who lives an active lifestyle.These shoes do it all. From daily use standing and walking on concrete all day, to working on cars and beach trips.These shoes have consistently lasted a year for me. I replace them once the sole literally wear out. They’re comfortable out of the box even with the factory insoles. Which is highly unusual for any shoe.I’ll continue to buy these as long as I can find them. The green are my favorite color but honestly not worth the price. The tan are $30 cheaper. Opted for the waterproof version this time.

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Decent looking shoes, but the soles are really hard. Could never get the right one to fit. toe box and length seems smaller than the left one.. been trying beyond the product warranty. Just going to have to junk them.