$92.5$185
The X Ultra 5 Mid GORE-TEX is a dependable, confidence-boosting hiking ally. Lightweight yet stable, it's as good at charging up hills as it is at tackling descents. Designed to keep you safe and agile on the trail, with an ultra-durable Matryx upper, a long-lasting contaGRIP outsole and a collar tailored for lasting comfort.
Took these up a steep, rocky trail last weekend and the grip on the descent honestly surprised me. The GORE-TEX lining kept my feet bone dry through a muddy section, and the mid cut gives just enough ankle support without feeling bulky.
Wore these straight out of the box on a muddy 8-mile loop and my feet stayed completely dry through every stream crossing. The GORE-TEX lining actually breathes too, which I wasn't expecting. Light enough to move fast on the climbs but still stable on the rocky descents.
These boots are impressively light for how stable they feel, and the GORE-TEX kept my socks dry through a muddy two-hour hike. Only gripe is the break-in period — the ankle collar rubbed a bit the first couple of outings before softening up.
