Moab 3 Vista Waterproof Mid Hiking Shoe (Men)

This boot is extremely comfortable and supportive. It prevents foot roll even on uneven surfaces. I have used the Moab 3 in some unforgiving territory with sharp rocks. While it did cut the outer material, it never penetrated into the toe box. The soles are robust enough to not be affected by my pronating. Best of all, when these boots reach end-of-life, I use them as garden boots.

Comfort is just the start, when you are in the field and still feeling this comfortable after a good 8 hours on your feet you are doing something right! I am either on a concrete floor with various solvents and lubrications and don't have to worry about slipping, maybe stopping short from the grip but no slipping. Since they are ankle high, I don't need to worry about things crawling into my shoes or that deep puddle, never mind the dreaded twisting ankle.

I decided to try these as a possible alternative to my (several pairs) of Oboz Bridger II Mid Waterproof boots. Initially I was disappointed as they were less comfy than my Oboz; however, I now believe they are more comfortable and have needed a break-in period (about 3 weeks wearing them to work... office... several days/week ) . I am a bit skeptical of the uppermost lacing hooks, which seem to be thin stamped metal. The soles seem grippy, and the boot footing seems to be molding a bit better to my foot. I am still in a "wait and see", look forward to a long day up/down Pinnacle Mtn. or similar in Arkansas.