Salomon Elixir Activ Mid GTX Boot - Men's Magnet/Phantom/Sharkskin, US 8.0/UK 7.5

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I took the Salomon Elixir Activ Mid GTX Boot on a full day hike across mixed terrain and it held up through everything from muddy singletrack to rocky exposed ridgelines without complaint. The GORE-TEX membrane kept my feet completely dry through wet grass and a few stream crossings, and the reverse camber sole gave my stride a noticeably smoother and more natural roll than a flat-soled boot typically offers on uneven ground.""Mixed terrain hiking means your boots are doing different jobs every few minutes, and the Salomon Elixir Activ Mid GTX Boot is built to handle all of them without asking you to slow down or think twice. The GORE-TEX membrane keeps moisture firmly outside the boot on wet crossings and soggy trail sections while remaining breathable enough to stay comfortable through the long middle hours of a full day hike. The 6-inch shaft provides ankle support and protection on uneven and rocky terrain, and the padded tongue and collar wrap the foot in a snug and comfortable fit that holds steady over miles without creating pressure points. Underfoot, an EVA midsole cushions and supports the foot while the reverse camber rubber outsole with 5mm lugs delivers traction on loose and technical surfaces and a smoother heel-to-toe stride transition on more forgiving ground. The synthetic and textile upper is flexible enough to move naturally with the foot while durable enough to handle the abrasion and impact that mixed terrain hiking generates over a long season of use."

Price: $169.95 from Backcountry