Rated 3 out of 5
Jul 13, 2024
I'm in the market for hiking boots with ankle support. I have the low GTX Anacapas, but they are a bit too squishy for me so I wanted to try the Kahas. I tried these on at a local store and unfortunately they are too tight. I wear an 8 wide in the Bondi 8's, which I LOVE, so I tried on an 8 in these. The toe box is too narrow for me. The tongue is also too narrow, there were large gaps when I tried to lace them up. The sole felt like they could have been nice, but I had to pass.
Sassy
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 13, 2024
Alaska Rural Mail Carrier
I've worn these bad girls for a year in all kinds of weather conditions in rural Alaska. Unbeatable comfort and performance. I was moved to write a review after working a ten hour stretch in a relentless downpour with 75mph gusts driving the rain at me in all directions. Every other piece of gear I had failed to some degree. The shoes excelled. Kept me on my feet, dry and toasty. I do add spikes when it gets icy, and they get a break when the snow gets too deep in December, and I miss the comfort. Great hikers that can take a beating. Highly recommend.
Max
Rated 1 out of 5
Dec 13, 2023
Nothing like the original GTX
These were my favorite, go-to hiking boots for years. The new design is terrible! Feel nothing like the previous models. Very stiff, too tight. Hurt both feet immediately. Will be sending them back. Don't know what to get now ??
FE
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 8, 2023
I am a 51 year old active woman whom has had surgery from the same broken ankle three times in my life. This has left me with pain in my ankle with EVERY hiking boot I have owned. Whether it be pressure from the boot, rubbing in the wrong spot, toe numbness or just plain not enough support. I was a bit shocked at the register when I bought these hiking boots for Zion this year. Although, it has been worth the sticker price!!! Let me just tell you?I have never experienced a better fit with zero pain after several difficult hikes. On multiple different types of terrain. We did the narrows twice within three days. The constant angles of big rocks and different angles of my ankle weren't even a thought at the time. These hikers were amazing with the water submersion and the constant push for control and comfort. I would recommend these to anyone who had ankle problems and needs that extra support!
Leeskie
Rated 3 out of 5
Jan 30, 2024
If you need Bondi 8 style, this will not fit you.
I need the wide toe box of the Bondi 8 (or the older versions of the other models built wide in front), then this isn't for you. It has a more narrow toe box and I found the cushioning only okay. The tread and grip of the shoes in slippery conditions was good. It's a good looking shoe/boot imo. But I wasn't able to wear them; very uncomfortable.
Teresa
Rated 5 out of 5
Jan 19, 2024
Doing a walking fundraiser, 62 miles in January. Besides being cold, Vermont roads and trails can be frozen, icy and snow covered one day, and wet and muddy the next. I'm 39 miles in so far and these boots have been perfect! My feet have stayed warm and dry, the traction is excellent, AND the cushioning has been kind to my 70 year old knees!
Ann
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 16, 2024
I've tried SO MANY hiking boots. I thought the La Sportiva's I bought would work but when I started hiking more than 3 miles in them, after a long break-in period, my feet hurt. I practically gave up on hiking boots and figured I'd just wear my Hoka light trail running shoes for hikes. But I decided to hike Mount Kilimanjaro next summer and need to have hiking boots for the summit day that can get as cold as -25 Fahrenheit. I hiked 6 miles with 2,100 feet of elevation gain and loss on a tricky trail with roots, rocks, and bouldering in these boots yesterday and my feet were in heaven. These are wearable right out of the box. They're just what I hoped they'd be: like my super cushioned running Hokas but with the stability of a boot. I no longer need to worry about what boot I'll wear and can focus on training. I wear a 7.5 in my Hoka trail running shoes and the 7.5 in these fit just right.
Georgia Belle
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 25, 2024
Best hiking shoes I've owned! No blisters first wear! Super light weight technical and high performance boot that makes hiking limitless. So impressed with the feel, comfort and enhancement of this boot. Got me up an 8 hour rock climbing trail. The GTX was an absolute life saver and held dryness through mud pools and the vibrim gripped across slippery faces. I hiked 3 weeks in the Andes and regret not having these for that trip. Excited for the expeditions ahead. Hike will be making a comeback for me in my life with these!!
Allison
Rated 3 out of 5
Jul 29, 2024
Non-inclusive warranty process, but I love the shoe for work
Just past 60 days of wear and these have a defect where the seam is coming apart on the upper toe box area. I bought these after one week at my horticulturist, outdoors job because my feet were in so much pain. They've helped a ton and I love them, but I was disappointed in the quality after only a couple months. I reached out to Customer Service about a return/exchange and since I'm past 60 days I have to send these in for an evaluation that could take weeks before I'm offered a refund or replacement. I rely on these shoes daily for work and the agent suggested I purchase a new pair now and then "try to return these in hopes of a refund". I cannot afford to purchase a new pair without a refund first so this system seems flawed and only feasible for wealthier individuals. It's not inclusive and the agent didn't care to offer any resolution.
just a horticulturist
Rated 4 out of 5
Jun 16, 2024
Great Hightop, but laces are short
Very comfortable shoes foe walking & hiking. This is around my 5th or 6th pair of hoka hightops. Only issue I'd the laces are too short. They could be another 2"+ longer. Hard to replace them since they are lavender/purple & match the shoes.
NHC