Merrell Men's Moab 2 GTX Waterproof Walking Shoe

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One downside of the substantial build is that the Oboz has a clunkier and heavier feel compared with the Moab despite having a similar all-in weight of 1 pound 15. width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934568":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035799","size":"8","sizeDisplayValue":"8","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934575":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035799","size":"8. width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934605":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035799","size":"10","sizeDisplayValue":"10","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934612":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035799","size":"10. It started to become clear that while comfy, the Merrell Moab 2 GTX might not be the best ‘specialist’ shoe.

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But if you prefer a more traditional shoe that puts a premium on stability and comfort, the Moabs may be the better option. width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934582":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035799","size":"9","sizeDisplayValue":"9","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934599":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035799","size":"9. Our newest generation is the most environmentally friendly Moab ever, utilizing recycled materials in construction. width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934797":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035801","size":"13","sizeDisplayValue":"13","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934803":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035801","size":"14","sizeDisplayValue":"14","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934810":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035801","size":"15","sizeDisplayValue":"15","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"195017214516":{"isAvailable":false,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035801","size":"16","sizeDisplayValue":"16","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713954689":{"isAvailable":false,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J036257","size":"7","sizeDisplayValue":"7","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713954696":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J036257","size":"7.To really test the Merrell Moab 2 waterproof claims I wore them on a four hour hike – in pouring rain (the best weather to hike in! It adds to the comfort of the overall experience and is definitely refreshing if you’re used to hiking boots. The shoe definitely felt planted while scrambling over slick rock in Utah and hiking rocky and muddy trails back home in the Pacific Northwest, but the shoe still has the mild flexibility side to side of the original Moab. Gore-Tex themselves will decry that their membranes only stop water and let air pass through the material, with very scientific-looking diagrams to back them up. It’s truly comfortable right out of the box with a cushioned collar and tongue, supportive footbed, and enough flexibility to take straight to the trail.

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As I mentioned earlier the souls of these boots are rubberised, but that doesn’t mean they wear out easily. First, the thin construction underfoot can lead to foot soreness when carrying a heavy load or when traveling over rocky terrain. This doesn’t bode well for carrying heavy loads with this shoe, without much support you’re at risk of rolling your ankle. They are still far lighter than my old KSBs which is why, when I first picked up a pair of Moab 2s from the display at Ellis Brigham I was amazed at how light they felt. With good waterproofing, a durable upper, and plush padded midsoles, I know what I’d pick up if I was out on a stroll.Since I first pulled on a pair of their Trail running shoes I’m happy to say that overall quality has improved massively. From time to time carriers may deliver earlier or later, or on non working days however this is cannot be guaranteed nor should it be expected. might seem like a lot of weight to carry on your feet, and there definitely lighter options available (such as the Merrell MQM Ace), but the performance you get from the Moab 2 is a fair trade-off. But they were used for over a before I’m starting to detect a little less give in the sole, and a bit more hardness in the ride. The toe box of the Moab 2 has ample room for wider feet which is one of the reasons why I really like this boot.

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width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934728":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035801","size":"9","sizeDisplayValue":"9","width":"M","widthDisplayValue":"M"},"194713934735":{"isAvailable":true,"isComingsoon":false,"color":"J035801","size":"9. My hikes and treks have taken me to some pretty extreme destinations, and my Moabs have travelled with me. The positive is that the mesh dried very quickly and our merino hiking socks did the same in the Utah heat. The rather randomly organized Vibram outsole has taken a more surrealist approach to traction than competitors. Merrell’s Moab shoes always have been considered a moderately lightweight hiker, and the current model carries the torch.The only problem was that Karrimor suffered what can only be described as a catastrophic quality failure! This isn’t necessarily a bad thing—a more flexible shoe often is quite a bit more comfortable—but the Moab is not ideal for carrying heavy loads, long and steep climbs, or traversing technical terrain. Stacked up against a running shoe, the Moab 2 is less prone to ankle rolls on rocky terrain, but in both the mid-height boot and low-top shoe version, there is a fair amount of flex both underfoot and around the collar.