I love this shoe. It's expensive, but hiker shoes are almost always on the heavier side, yet these are super comfy. I take care in them, so I'm not concerned about wear. The goretex certainly has its flaws, but it's about 50% effective if you're moving opposed to standing relatively still. They really need to produce more with the blacked-out boost, because like you say, it looks awful if you don't clean it for a while.
So having boost that is white can definitely kind of sucks because it gets dirty so fast but you can also use the same dyes you would use on disc golf dying like rit, prochem, and even idye poly to make the boost whatever color you want.
From my experience with these shoes hiking, it’s pretty water repellent. Although I’ve never really dared to step in water deeper than up to the ankle for short periods of time, I’ve never really had problems with wet socks. The water tends to bead off pretty well. However, if you’re talking about having your foot submerged a good length of time, I’ve never personally tested it but I’m not 100% confident your socks would stay completely dry. Maybe only up to right below the laces, I’m 100% confident in. Deep puddles up to the top of the toes have never been a problem. Hope this helps!
Have to agree 100% with you on the boost foam. It's the best cushioning I've had in any shoe. But I have 2 pair of adi-boost golf shoes and the foam gets dirty within about a month or two of walking the course. I find myself wiping them down frequently. I actually found a life hack, if you lightly spray the base of the shoe with wd-40 after each wipe down, the dirt comes off easier without sticking to the foam. Not sure how good is for the foam itself
Hey man how does it feel to use these boots in summer? It s pretty warm here in France and I’m hesitating between gtx for all year round use or the non gore Rex! Thanks in advance
I live in Florida so it can get pretty hot. I've never personally had a problem with the gore-tex containing heat to the extent that it bothers me really. I do also have a pair of the non-gore-tex free hikers and although they do have slightly more noticeable air circulation it's really not a major difference.
I have done one winter in them last year - stayed dry even in deeper snow as long as tight on ankle around sock. Quite warm but used thicker sock than normally - Was really surprised how well they have been in snow.
Hi I wondered what type of climate you are in as I have heard others say they do actually get hot feet? I am just about to purchase a pair but I don’t know whether my feet will get sweaty from 10 mile hikes here in the uk. It’s either these or the normal ones with a nano spray on them? Any advice greatly appreciated 👍
Yeah, so I’m in Tampa Florida. I have a pair of the gortex and the non gortex as well. IMO the non gortex do feel lighter and have more circulation, however for a gortex shoe i don’t think they trap heat to a great extent. They both work great, but if I know there’s going to be wet conditions I always go for the gortex.
Is the gore tex version and prime knit version identical in size? Have a pair of prime knit and looking to buy these and Adidas often isn't consistent in sizing. Cheers bro
You’re better off going with the Terrex Agravic line or the Terrex Speed Ultra. These are decent light hikers or “urban hikers”. Go for a pair of Saucony Peregrines or if you want something a bit more aggressive the Salomon Speedcross 5 or Salomon Wildcross. These come in at approx 14oz for a men’s US size 9 that’s a lot of weight for a trail runner. But for pure aesthetics these are a cool shoe. If you want something similar but lighter I’d recommend the Nike ACG TERRA ZAHERRA, about 3oz lighter per foot , cool tech and can still pick it up even though discontinued, Free Hikers are going crazy on the resale market now. Just my two cents. Good luck.🤘🏃♂️😎
Mine will be coming in today and I'm on my feet all day on concrete. I've tried all sorts of boots/hikers/sneakers and if I can squeeze a year out of the Free Hiker then I'll be happy. Love my Ultraboosts for casual wear, now I'm bringing it to work.
@@jasonmark9152 Normal. I went true to size. Fits good. Definitely good for all day wear. The elastic around the ankle was a bit tight initially but after a few days, it broke in nicely.
