I have worn heavy duty boots for a very long time -- mostly the Merrell Wilderness. I always felt that such a sturdy boot would not only protect my feet but give me the best traction. Well ... I was wrong. Back in March I bought a pair of the Trekstas and have been absolutely delighted. First of all, they are incredibly light. They weigh about forty percent of what my old boots weighed.
I just got back from a hiking trip through New Hampshire's White Mountains -- rocky, steep, wet terrain. And the boots performed beautifully. I had all the support I needed and my feet stayed completely dry during heavy rain. Because the boots are so light it was much easier to navigate the terrain, and my legs and feet felt better at the end of the day.

After four months of use I can't think of anything negative about these boots. I just love them.

<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/TrekSta-Men-s-T745-Evolution-Mid-GTX-Light-Hiking-Shoe/dp/B0042AM9A8/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">TrekSta Men's T745-Evolution Mid GTX Light Hiking Shoe</a>