| Many outdoor enthusiasts prefer trainer designs | | | | shape of the feet however the Moab with its |
| to more traditional leather walking shoes for the | | | | lightweight uppers is soft on the foot with a great |
| comfort and flexibility they offer, however for | | | | fit from day 1. I love the styling and the comfort |
| the colder months and hiking on exposed | | | | of the boots, and the lightweight design is a huge |
| windswept hillsides, many trainer styles lack the | | | | plus to help keep muscle fatigue down to a |
| required support and protection. Merrell however | | | | minimum to walk for longer between rests. The |
| have redesigned their popular lightweight Moab | | | | footbed is really supportive, feels really well |
| off-road trainer range to provide a sturdier | | | | cushioned, and the Moab Mid boot is a great all |
| mid-boot version which retains the lightweight | | | | rounder with the versatility to tackle a wide range |
| design and chunky outsole, whilst adding a | | | | of surfaces in all weather conditions. |
| protective heel collar to give greater support and | | | | Considering Merrell Gore-Tex Boots are |
| protection to the ankles. | | | | lightweight, it is surprising how protective they |
| Merrell trainers are well known for their lightweight | | | | feel. For those who tend to prefer more |
| and comfortable design and offer a close fit, | | | | traditional leather styles they are a great |
| perfect for trail walking and low level hiking. By | | | | lightweight alternative, ideal for approach work, |
| adding extra support and protection, it is possible | | | | trails and light to moderate hikes. Having |
| to maintain the comfort of a trainer whilst tackling | | | | previously purchased Merrell walking shoes, I am |
| higher altitudes and colder, wetter weather. | | | | used to the comfort they provide, and it was nice |
| Featuring a Gore-Tex gasket the Merrell Moab Mid | | | | to see that this has been carried over into the |
| Gore-Tex XCR maintains a 100% waterproof seal | | | | boot models. I have used them on a few trails |
| to cope with standing water, streams and | | | | and the grip is excellent in mud, and even with |
| downpours and will keep the feet perfectly dry | | | | total immersion the feet remain perfectly dry, |
| whilst retaining a high degree of breathability. | | | | thanks to the Merrell Gore-Tex gasket. |
| The comfort of the boots straight out of the box | | | | For more extreme hikes and for sharp rocky |
| is impressive, providing that soft trainer feel, | | | | terrain you may prefer a more robust boot, |
| whilst the cuff feels supportive on the ankles. | | | | however for the majority of walkers and hikers |
| They offer excellent grip on the on soft wet | | | | they are a first rate mid-boot which will take |
| ground, whilst giving great cushioning on hard | | | | pretty much whatever terrain you are likely to |
| packed trails. Most walking boots take some | | | | come across and they are one of the lightest |
| breaking in to get comfortable and take on the | | | | walking boots in their class. |