I have used those boots for years, hiking and working in them. I am 75 and have hiked and backpacked all my life and these are the best boots I have ever owned, and I have owned some very expensive ones.
If you're reading comments after three years: I'm getting up there in years and wonder if you do anything special to stay in backpacking shape. I've had relatives who keep going pretty strong up to a point, and then their bodies kinda fall apart on them. But their training regimen has pretty much been day hikes and beer. 😂
@@ChrisJones-yu9rz Grandma Gatewood was 77 when she finished her second AT thru-hike, and she did it in Chucks, with a denim sack slung over her shoulder. 😂 I think she totaled up about 14,000 trail miles from age 67 to 85 and was constructing and marking trails in her 80s. I do like your comment. It's motivational. 👍🏼
The best sock system, at least according to most militaries, is a wool sock over a tight silk sock. It eliminates friction on your feet entirely by making the silk sock essentially a second skin layer.
Yep, two lightweight socks are better than a thick sock. Same with a bivvy and sleeping bag in cold weather, two thin sleeping bags, I found were better and lighter than one really thick heavy bag. Quicker to pack away too
Interesting, thanks. I wish I had done that before my last big hike. 7 hour hike, but my feet took 3 weeks to recover from the blisters, front toenail is still black as I kicked it a few times. Hiking boots from aldi and a thin pair of socks was my big mistake.
Silk is nice for a liner sock if you can get it. I've always relied on synthetic substitutes - polyester, rayon, nylon, etc. Backpackers called this a wicking layer, but IDK if there's much wicking going on there, or it's just a second skin like you say. 🤷🏼♂️ The best outer socks are 100% ragg wool. Wool blends are ok for day hikes.
These boots are really the ticket! On my third pair. I do long distance backpacking in the North Cascades and western Canada where it can be everything from very steep rocky terrain to soggy wet marshlands. I usually get around 1500 miles out of mine before they lose their ability to keep water out. No other boot I’ve tried can do this. They are comfortable right out of the box. I immediately replace the insoles with Superfeet insoles for an even better fit and ankle control over uneven terrain. I have even purchased a second pair as a backup Incase they become discontinued? Hopefully Solomon never will??
They have and awesome warranty I have the 4d2 and water was getting in so i called abs said that the said do a warranty so I did and got a new pair. Pretty awesome. I got these boots and the x ultra gtx and the xa pro shoes damn good boots and shoes. Good review! Keep them coming
I've had a pair for 4 years absolutely thrown hell at THEM from snow, river crossings, camping, hunting and even gardening. They have to be one of the best most comfy shoes I used so far.
I bought a pair of these and the leather near the toebox started to split open on my first hike. Salomon refused to warranty them saying it was from misuse. So keep that in mind when spending this kind of money on a pair of boots. Salomon considers walking with their boots on misuse.
@@jeffbushman1252 You are correct. I think certain people have some "Issue" where they have to make a false complaint about everything.. These boots, even with missed quality control, would not split on first use...total BULLSHIT!!! @Tom Chase
@@jeffbushman1252 - BaHaaa!!! I had a brand spanking new pair of Zamberlan boots tear two eyelets out of my left side boot the first time I strapped them on at the start of a 10 day wilderness hunt. Boot-shit happens! P.S. There’s another company that doesn’t stand behind their boots: Zamberlan = Crap
I'm a beginner at hiking but love being outdoors and rock scrambling with bad lower back and knees, lol. Would the Salomon Ultra X 3's be ok for my use or these Quest models or would they be overkill? Not doing any heavy back packing either.
600 miles that's pretty Impressive! I'm Looking at these Boots for Elk hunting in Colorado in September. Do they breathe pretty well in warm weather !! Nice review and thanks for your time !!
DROPTINE I have used these elk hunting here in Idaho and love them. As with all waterproof boots, sweat can be a challenge when it’s hot. A perfect boot doesn’t exist but I do believe these have a good balance of weight, resilience and stability. Good luck out there!
I’ve had a pair of these boots for about 2 years now; they are very comfortable and lightweight, however the gortex lining is not so good after a few months. If walking through wet grass you’ll have a puddle in them in no time, Also 2 of the eyelet things have come off which is stopping me from lacing up probably, i would give them a 5/5 for comfort but a 2/5 on durability.
Been wearing Quest sense 2012. Found out about these threw a SEAL, that was using them. I looked into them, and love these boots. I like how the new boots have a pocket on the tongue that you can stuff the laces into to keep them out of the way. I don't think Saloman knows how to make a shitty piece of footwear.
The older version of this boot was able to give me 1260 miles in 2020. The newer version has only last 134 to 150 miles before delaminating in the toe area. Thought is was a fluke and returned for another pair. Same thing. Really unfortunate because I have used nothing but this boot for several years!
you forgot to say that they are narrow boots, many of my friends complained about that fact, to maintain the waterproof you need to take care of your boots (and you obviously did not by the look of your old boots), changing the laces for paracord was a good move, I also did the same. They have practically no breaking period which is a big plus for me I have sensitive feet, make sure you wear good socks and if you get blisters a sock liner will help out and also you do have different ways to lace up your boots to get a tighter fit and reducing the chances of getting blisters.
The waterproofing is the reason I stay away from Salaomons, everyone I know who owned Salomon boots said they lose their waterproofing really quickly, even the ones that were worn only in the city.
@@scratchy996 honestly there isn't any boot that is waterproof, water resistant yes but full waterproof no except rubber boots. Eventually all the Gore-Tex boots if water goes over the boot you are done and it takes for ever for them to dry out. So you are better off with ordinary boots they dry much faster. I know I own 15 pairs of different boots I'm talking based on my very own experience, indeed!
@@labellaescrima1996 It's very strange that you've owned 15 pairs of boots but none of them were waterproof. Maybe you've tried all the wrong boots. I've owned like 5 pairs and all of them were completely waterproof for a while. Water getting in over the top is a dumb argument. That's the same as saying that a rubber boot is not waterproof because you can fill it with water from the top.. Do you want a boot that breaks physics and just repels water going in from the top with a magical force?
Been wearing these boots for years. They’re my favorite everyday boot by far. When carrying a lot of weight on my back I prefer a stiffer boot. Then I will wear a pair of my Crispi boots. But this is a kick ass boot. They recently changed The boot not sure if it’s for the better or not. I also have a pair of their Forces which I like as well
I had two pairs, loved them. Comfortable and waterproof. But not a “serious” off-trail boot. After a week of side hilling the ankle bone area tore out. I was lucky to get back to basecamp. I use Kenetrek now and fear no angles.
I think I prefer leather boots that last a little longer, especially for hiking in the mountains, but I am interested in trying some of the lightweight options from salomon to see if I can feel the difference of having less weight on your feet. I'm still a skeptic and I like the idea of being more sustainable with my consumer choices.
I have the X Ultra 4 GTX. Three months and 500km later and the goretex membrane on both shoes has a hole/tear on two different spots. Very very dissappointing. And this just from hiking normal paths. Not alpine. No rough stuff.
Helpful review, thank you. I’m surprised by the amount of wear after 600 miles. I guess a lot of your hikes are through pretty rough terrain (sharp rocks etc), but I’ve gotten way, way more miles out of my Meindl boots, but they are in a different category.
@TwinTurbo Ray my issued gortex boots from the army are still submergible after 10 years of abuse. Not sure if they are considered a "hiking" boot though
So you don’t really know a whole lot about boots, I can tell. You should not have a video on describing a pair of boots when you have no idea how to maintain and preserve them in the first place, my friend. I’m going to dislike this video for sure.
Oboz currently and sorel for around town but oboz were wearing out I metal detector a lot!! So I have a pair of Salomon on the way I have always worn gtx sneakers
I've been back and forth across the US on foot, 7,000+/- miles in the Merrell Moab 2. $100, Not Gor Tex, but the basic model and they are a solid set of footwear for the journey. What journey? Any one you're going on. Gor Tex makes the feet sweat and stink. There's no reason to spend the extra $$$ for boots that are going to hold the water in as well as out. *This is my opinion. I am NOT a military ''operator'' in the field, I'm not a Ultrarunner, or peak-bagger. I have however been homeless and someone who needs both daily footwear that will last, and boots that will allow me on a job site as day-labor. The Merrells qualify and will save you some cash for the bean burritos for 1.breakfast, 2.lunch and 3.dinner.
Not too warm, but also depends on the socks. I wear mine with People Socks (merino wool), and I never feel too hot, hiking all over Israel with a heavy pack as an armed medic.
WHAT IS GOING ON! 600 miles, that's about 6 months or two decent long walks! Twenty years ago my Scarpa's and Karrimor KSB 300's lasted 5-6 years of regular use. I estimate around 3000 miles, and that was over Welsh & Scottish mountains in all weathers. As per most things these days, they're made to fall apart.....but walking boots, really. Sad!!
I think it comes down to 2 things. Do you want a near indestructible boot that comes with a huge break in period and a lot of weight or do you want a tennis shoe that’s light, breathes well, has the same support as a heavy duty boot and no break in period but wears out faster. Me personally I like little break in and light weight breath ability and just pay to replace when they are shot but I’m pretty hard on boots. Either way. I’ve Tried redwings, danners, keen, merell, and lowa. they all have plus and minuses. But I always come back to the lightest and most comfortable out of the box. Gonna have to give the solmens a try
In the far past 40 years ago leather upper was stitched to the sole. Every pair of boots I have bought in last few decades have cheap glued soles that fall apart in a year. They are getting worse each pair I get. This solomon has all the pit falls of others , the actual sole is quite thin, glued to a foam section which is glued to a leather and fabric upper. I am amazed that sole lasted 600 miles. I expected the glue to give way on the sides as all boots do now. I might try these. But I am seriously disappointed in all boot brands. Shoe laces used to be leather and stay tied, now the laces are nylon and come untied so you have to double knot. Non of the boots today are made in america.
I recently purchased this hiking boots. I am still breaking in to this shoes. Through out my previous my trekking, I was feeling pressure on top of my right toe. The toe is still numb from the trip. It was like the shoes wall pressed against the top of my toe. I had used a silicon insole as the pain increased, I removed that. The trail was a pretty easy terrain too. I had adjusted the lacing to reduce pressure on the bridge of the foot, and I used a surgeons knots to avoid heel lift. Would this go away as the shoes are broken in fully? Or should I try any different type of lacing by avoiding the forwards eyelets on the shoes? Any suggestions/recommendations would be helpful.
I don't know if the sole could hold up the way I use my boots. Walking/Working on grass and concrete. I own regularly priced boots and last me 3 months.
Great video! Very helpful! I'm wearing Chiruca Dynamic GTX trekking boots that I bought for 165 Euros, which is just under 200 USD. They have about 250 miles on them and still perform like new boots. However, I take good care of them. Been looking at the Salomon Quest boots for a while now, just to have a second pair of hiking boots and this video helped to make up my mind. Thank's and all the best!
my last boots were merrell and they failed miserably. I'm leaning towards this pair of boots after so much reviews and after your video I think I'll finally will end up buying them. Would they be good for dry-hot weather?
Jeff These are great for warm weather but like any waterproof boot, they don’t breath that well. I don’t sweat much in them below 80*F but above that I do. To get better breathability you will need something that’s not waterproof.
As an LEO, footwear is very important. I have always worn bates and though the fully stitched always lasted me awhile they were never necessarily comfortable. Just recently got the same boots you reviewed and OMG! Out of the box most comfortable boot I have ever worn. Hopefully they will last me awhile... especially considering how hard it was to get my size lol
Enjoyed your review. Since a young boy, I have hiked, fished and hunted the western mountains in Wyoming for close to 50 years. My first pair of Salomon's were the Quest Prime GTX. I quickly became a big Salomon fan. They are great for light hiking when not carrying a heavy pack. The Quest 4D GTX have a thicker sole for carrying heavier weight, and you don't feel the small rocks through the soles like you do with the Quest Prime. Definitely the most comfortable boots I have found for hiking or casual walking. I have tried many other brands over the years, and so far nothing in my opinion has beat the Salomon brand for overall comfort.
I can't say enough good things about this boot. I wear them everyday for the last 3 years. Only been thru two pair. There pretty damn tuff. I use them for work and hunting and hiking!
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gtx3 looked worse than that at 5 months having used salomon for over 20 years i ordered another pair they had bad pressure point under the riveted lace eye, sent them back (zappos) replacements were worse, kept first pair took about a month to be comfortable. again 6 months, shot. now trying the 4 gtx. generally as you said hikeable out of the box. trail building 5 days a week once the snows gone we'll see. posted my experience on their youtube site, got a response
Do you know the difference between the Quest 4D and the Quest 4? Is it actually the same boot? I see both and one store has both but the info looked the same.
Use the same boots for work gardening in England so wet for most o f the year by a pair every 2 years top boot also a cimber and use same pair for weekends
Since it’s a goretex liner, I’d assume it’s not the most breathable. It’s advertised as such, but my experience with that material has been minimal on the breathability side of things
I second that. You either get good breathability or waterproof, not both. I have worn mine many times in 90* degree weather but they do get a little warm.
I just ordered the Salomon quest 4d gtx forces 2, ranger green color. Look forward to use them, im out hiking in the forest alot with regular shoes, and my feet are hurting now 🤣 Good video thank you. Tc
You should always put a leather protectant on your boots, no matter what. I can guarantee you you would not have had that split in your boots had you done so. Edit: “Shoe-goo.” I used to skateboard a whole lot, use some on the side of that boot, and it will work fine.
remove those hooks from the side and use the bullet holes to lace up 9 days ago i took a drip when they clamped to each other witht he other boot i was lucky i was at my house i posted what happen to me on utube to warn people of this called Dangerous hiking boots check it out my leg and ancle is in a hell of a state and i will now be off my feet for upto 4 weeks im glad i was not up the mountain when it got me or it would have been a difrent kettle of fish so please remove them hooks from all ur boots to be safe or if it does happen to ya u will rem this plea
I have noticed a bit of widening, but not a significant amount. I tend to prefer wider boots and they have worked well for me but they are about the narrowest I would go with.
I've got wide feet and seeing the sidewalls on your boots all ripped up reminded me of lots of good running shoes I've had that last 5 or 6 months before ending up like that. I normally wear a size 10. You think I should order a half size up to compensate or do you think the toe box is comfy enough? Great review, by the way. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
