| Hiking Boot Reviews |
Hiking Boot Rating: 9.0 - Excellent!
Durable hiking boot with reinforced toe protection and Gore-Tex waterproofing. Great for day hiking and tough enough for long multi-day hikes.
Quality Ratings:
| 1. Weight: 3.2 lbs | Fair |
| 2. Sole: Terra Force | Excellent |
| 3. Upper: Leather | Good |
| 4. Lining | Excellent |
| 5. Sole/Upper Connection | Excellent |
| 6. Insert: Formed | Good |
| 7. Toe Protection | Excellent |
| 8. Lacing | Excellent |
| 9. Waterproof: Gore-Tex | Good |
| 10. Breathability | Good |
| 11. Ankle Support | Excellent |
| 12. Value | Good |
THE GOOD
The beefy sole is mated to the leather upper with reinforced stitching which is a rare quality in hiking boots.
THE BAD
The Radical 452 is stiff out of the box (especially the sole) and a bit heavy for day hiking. Also, the sole's traction knobs are short and extra slick in slippery conditions.
THE FIT & COMFORT
The upper will need a little break in time and the sole is rock solid. The Radical has a standard foot shape (slight curve and medium width) but is a little bit more straight like a Salomon.
THE PRICE
List price - $160.00
Average price - $129.95
OTHER NOTES
This boot is in-between hiking and backpacking and some hikers prefer this type of traction when they are on dry groomed conditions.
Available Sizes: Men's 7-12, 13, 14
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