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Runs extremely small
Written on Jan 13, 2023
This item runs extremely small. I got a size XL, and it's more snug than a Black Diamond Alpine Start Hoody size L that I own.
I do like the stretch, the offset zipper, and the large chest pocket. I like the breathability. I was doing repeats on an outdoor stair with 190 steps in 32 degree weather with a pack, and I had very little moisture buildup under this jacket than my other options (BD Alpine Start, Arcteryx Squamish).
I do like the stretch, the offset zipper, and the large chest pocket. I like the breathability. I was doing repeats on an outdoor stair with 190 steps in 32 degree weather with a pack, and I had very little moisture buildup under this jacket than my other options (BD Alpine Start, Arcteryx Squamish).
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Close to really good
Written on Mar 09, 2015
I have owned a pair of Moab Mid Ventilators for a while now and have really enjoyed them. I was hopeful that Merrell's winter version of this boot would fit me as comfortably as the lightweight 3-season hikers have.
They are close, but not quite there. I have flat, wide feet. On my first 5.5 mile hike with the Moab Polar boots, I got a blister mid-foot on the inside arch of the right foot. I think these boots are either a bit narrower, or have a slightly more pronounced arch which caused rubbing leading to the blister.
To remedy this, I added a cheap pair of insoles to the boots to raise my foot up a bit higher. This seemed to remedy the blister problem on my subsequent 7 mile hike.
I also found that I have to watch the position of the tongue when lacing up the boot. Otherwise, the edge of the tongue can get pressed against the ball of the ankle, causing discomfort.
On the plus side, a small "D" ring at the front of the boot makes it easy to attach gaiters and is a nice improvement over clipping the front of the gaiter to the first set of laces.
I am hoping that these will get more comfortable as they are broken in.
They are close, but not quite there. I have flat, wide feet. On my first 5.5 mile hike with the Moab Polar boots, I got a blister mid-foot on the inside arch of the right foot. I think these boots are either a bit narrower, or have a slightly more pronounced arch which caused rubbing leading to the blister.
To remedy this, I added a cheap pair of insoles to the boots to raise my foot up a bit higher. This seemed to remedy the blister problem on my subsequent 7 mile hike.
I also found that I have to watch the position of the tongue when lacing up the boot. Otherwise, the edge of the tongue can get pressed against the ball of the ankle, causing discomfort.
On the plus side, a small "D" ring at the front of the boot makes it easy to attach gaiters and is a nice improvement over clipping the front of the gaiter to the first set of laces.
I am hoping that these will get more comfortable as they are broken in.
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