Merrell Women's Moab 2 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot

I just got back into hiking in my early 60’s. I wasn’t sure what type of boot or shoe to buy. After reading the reviews I bought these. A lot of reviews say there is no break in time but the boots come up the ankle and did rub a bit on the back side. It really only took acouple hikes to not bother me. Some reviews also said to buy the wide size. I didn’t and almost regretted it when I put on socks. I worried what would happen if I hiked in cold weather and needed 2 socks(they would be too tight). I have hiked in 20 degree weather with 1 pair of socks and my feet were warm, dry and cozy, so I’m glad I didn’t buy the wide. The boots are snug enough so I don’t slip in them. The boots are high enough to stabilize your ankle when you step on rocks or roots and start to twist your ankle. Exactly the boots I needed. Very comfy and light, perfect for my kind of hiking!

I needed a pair of hiking boots, but a weekend trip to Joshua Tree Nat'l Park lit the fire under my bunz to actually buy some. After tons of comparative research, I kept coming back to these. I might have been a little biased toward Merrell because a long time ago, I had a pair of Merrell slippers that were comfortable beyond anything I'd ever worn on my feet before, but the reviews on these boots really sold me. Here are some key points: SIZING: I wear a 6.5M in street shoes, though I tend to buy 7's in booties or dress boots. Because a lot of reviews suggested sizing up, I was torn between 7 and 7.5; I also have wide feet and was debating the M or W. I ended up getting the 7M and was really pleasantly surprised at how much room my feet had, both in the toes and in the width. I tried these on [and wore them] with the Darn Tough women's light crew socks, and even though I probably could have been fine with a 6.5 in these boots, I kept the 7's because I knew my feet would probably swell, and when I wear these in colder climates I'll likely want thicker [or multiple pairs of] socks. So, the 7M was a good choice. COMFORT: I tried these on and didn't want to take them off. There's some REALLY nice cushioning in the heels, and even after two full days of various nature walks [I can't bring myself to call them hikes haha], my feet never felt tired or in pain. The height of the boot is exactly what you see in the photo: it's not going to cover your ankle entirely, but the cut provides really good support of the ankle without any part of the boot digging into the ankle or your Achilles. QUALITY: The soles are nice and thick, and in general these just feel well-built. I can't vouch for waterproof-ness yet as I've only worn them out in the desert, but these boots were perfect for me and I'd highly recommend them. :)

I have been desperate to find a decent comfortable pair of hiking boots or sneakers. I could not find any after repeated tries - my main thing I was looking for was something supportive (as I have on/off plantar fascitis) and I wanted lots of space in the front for my toes (had issue with previous sneakers with pressure on my toenails, a few turned black & blue from some sneakers I had - and could not deal with that). So normally in sneakers I take a 8 medium. I ordered these up not only 1/2 size but ordered the wide (so I ordered the 8.5 Wide) OMG I LOVE LOVE LOVE THESE! NO breaking in at all. Literally from the moment I put them on I have had total comfort - no issues, sizing is great - room for my toes especially if you get hot, your feet will expand. I cannot say enough good things about these. I also had tried (before ordering these) the Keen version - sent them right back - they were not comfy and they did not have wide options. As mentioned I normally do not take wide - but in a hiking boot - it makes a huge difference - I love these so much! They have great traction, are super easy to tie, tons of padding around the top. I hope they NEVER ever discontinue this model - this is one of the best footwear I have owned ever....

I usually wear an 8 in regular shoes and an 8.5 in hiking boots. I ordered an 8.5 but the Moab 2 felt tight plus the toe box felt restrictive. Since there was conflicting information in amazon comments (size up 1/2 size, size up full-size) I decided to go to a Merrell outlet store here in New Hampshire to figure out the right sizing. Right sizing was up 1/2 size above your normal *hiking boot size*. So instead of an 8.5, I needed a 9. Perfect fit. The employee was VERY knowledgeable and helpful! Here's what you need to know about these boots. 1. Merrell makes this model in a non-waterproof style. This one, the waterproof Moab 2, "feels tighter" on the foot she said, than the other model, due somehow to the waterproofing technology used. 2. The toe box is smaller in style (tapered) than some of Merrell's other footwear (like the model I link to below), but if you get the right size in Moab 2, it should just take a little bit of breaking in. (Indeed, only part of one day for me.) 3. The Moab 2 has a bit of a heel and a shank. That offers extra grip when on slippery slopes. It also has pronounced arch support. My experience of this is my foot feels ever-so-slightly like it's aimed downhill when I am standing on level ground. The employee confirmed it may feel this way. She also said that typically this style of sole fees good to people with medium-to-high arches. (I have a low arch and am somewhat flat-footed.) I would up buying the Moab 2 in a size 9. I like the Vibram sole, pronounced support in the sole, and I want to try something different. My experience of the Moab 2 is I feel sometimes a slight readjustment in my spine and even my hip muscles. It feels ever so slightly sore sometimes, but it may just be stretching those muscles. The employee confirmed the design is to optimize your spine posture. So I figure my other footwear may not have been supporting my frame properly. The employee also showed me a Merrell mid hiking boot that she said people with low arches like. Plus it has a roomy toe box. (The Chameleon 7 Limit) I decided to also buy a pair of those too: https://www.amazon.com/Merrell-Womens-Chameleon-Waterproof-Brindle/dp/B0728C1LNG/ I'm happy with my purchases. Thanks, Merrell!

I’m an avid hiker and runner who up until now relied on their running sneakers (with an extra pair of socks or two) for even rigorous or wet hikes. I have a high arch and a bone spur on the back of both my heels that make finding shoes very difficult: lack of support leaves my hips and knees aching and the wrong back to the shoe leaves me bloody, so I don’t like to waste time and money if I find something that works ok. This winter, though, I’m planning a hike in icy mountain conditions plus need a new pair of boots for regular snow days in NYC, so decided it was time to bite the bullet. I did a lot of research and picked these to try first and I am so glad I found these! Thank you to all the reviewers here for your help! These are much lighter in weight then I thought they would be. I am somewhere between a 7.5 and 8 in shoes and went with the 8. They fit perfectly: not too snug but not at all loose. It’s hard to describe- they secure around your ankle and then they’re so light, they sort of just gently cradle around your foot. They don’t feel “cushy” like my sneakers but my feet feel supported and are completely protected from feeling the impact of hitting the ground. I took them for an inaugural 6mile hike in the small mountain reservation near my parents house in NJ, without any breaking in. The arch support is great, no aches and pains in my joints or feet. Miraculously no blisters, either. The conditions here are currently unseasonably warm and very humid, with heavy ground cover of wet leaves and pools of mud. The traction on the wet leaves/rocky mountain terrain, even while being pulled by a German Shepherd, was fantastic. I didn’t slip at all and my feet stayed dry. Plus I discovered how nice it is to have some extra ankle support. These boots did run a little hot, which is why I gave four stars. I tend to run hot myself. The good news is that even though they felt a little hot, my feet didn’t sweat (I was sweating otherwise in the warm humidity). These will be great boots for when the chill comes back and through the winter and early spring for both nature hiking and urban hiking through rain/snow.

Can’t go wrong with these boots. They are my go-to walking shoes, even in the summer. It’s like I’m walking on thick rubber tires when I wear these. They give excellent ankle support as well. Water resistance is good, however, having bought these to replace an older pair that I owned for several years, I can say that eventually they will need to be sprayed with waterproofing. Nothing lasts forever but these are excellent quality boots. I typically wear thick socks so I bought one half size up as others suggested and happy I did. Recommend these.

These boots are great - very comfortable from the start and required almost no breaking in. Wore them with my crthotics and heavy socks all through Iceland, keeping my feet warm and dry. Note: I have narrow feet and rarely do medium width shoes/boots work for me, but these did.

I bought the Merrell Women's Moab 2 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots (Granite, 8 M US) for my wife for our trip to Watkins Glen to hike the gorge, and she absolutely loved them. Just like mine, they were comfortable right out of the box with no break-in period needed. She usually wears sneakers, but these quickly won her over — they felt great, offered excellent support, and kept her feet dry and comfortable all day long on the wet trails. She couldn’t stop talking about how good they felt. Definitely a great purchase!

Parfait pour prendre de longues marches. Confortable

To hike and travel.

These definitely are my my favourite bootes. They are perfect for the winter and kept my feet warm. Excellent for people with wide feet like me. Lots of room for my orthotics. Lots of stability. They do have a stiff sole which is good if you have problems with your feet like I do. They wrap around your feet and there is no sliding in the boot . Perfect fit . Definitely recommend

Me gustaron mucho, diseño y confort muy recomendable

I went for a six km hike yesterday.....NO sore feet, NO sore legs, and feet were completely dry. I have never had such a comfortable pair of boots before...I ordered a half size up....and they are a perfect fit. Will recommend these boots to anyone.