have an older pair and the construction of this boot is super functional and comfy. i love the aggressive vibram sole tread. high quality of leather and super waterproof. great hiking boots.

I have a slightly narrower foot than most men so just any boot will not fit properly. In 1992 I purchased my first pair of Asolo boots, AFX 555. A perfect fit. After sixteen years, three pairs of soles, & long retired from mountaineering, I still wear them to walk around the neighborhood. Four years ago I purchased a pair of TPS 520 GV boots. After 31 summit's, 12 snowshoe trips, & countless winter day hikes, I'm still on the original soles & my feet have ALWAYS stayed dry. BTW, I also have a pair of TPS 535 V's that filled the gap in between. A proper fitting pair of boots are more than worth their weight in gold. I contend they are your most important piece of equipment. In fact when you find the right boot, purchase two pair. This is how I feel about any high quality Asolo product but especially the TPS 520 GV. This is a medium to heavy load Gore-Tex backpacking/mountaineering boot, great for high alpine & approach routes in all but the most severe conditions, great traction, minimal exposed stitching, & top, full-grain leather. Need I say more?

Over the last 10 years I've worn through 2 pairs of these boots (they didn't 'fail' of 'fall apart'...I just wore through the them!).
Simply no other boot compares to the support, comfort, stability, durability and quality of these boots. Obviously everyone's foot is different, but I have found the boot to be worth every penny!

These are some of the greatest backpacking boots you can buy. They took a little while to break in, but man, after they did, they were great. Mine lasted for practically 6 years of hiking and I finally replaced them with the Powermatics last winter. The traction was excellent as was the support. I'd definitely recommend getting after market insoles to help dial in the fit. I consider these as a better buy than the Vasque Summit or even the Scarpa.

Bought this boot about a year and a half ago, has stood up to 300 miles of rough terrain in the backcountry of Wyoming. It's one of the most comfortable and durable boots I've worn. Haven't had a single problem with cold feet. This pair of boots are built to last.

These are simply one of the greatest backpacking boots ever made. They can do no wrong. Some prefer a toe cap and I have had a few people tell me their soles came up a bit but I have had no problems ever. I have extremely flat feet and with my black SuperFeet insoles they are the most comfortable piece of footwear I own. Buy them.

These boots are great! I got them for a christmas present for 2008, after about a week of wearing them, they fit my feet perfectly and just may be the most comfortable pair of shoes I have, period. I spent last weekend in the snowy mountains and was amazed by how dry my were at the end of the day. I can't wait to see how they do on the trails this summer!

had an older asolo model for a about 6 years and just got these new ones. so far they've handled magnificently in all kinds of terrain. wearable in the desert and the muck, they grip on pretty much anything. short break in period and great looks. they fit perfectly and wear evenly. i'm ready to really start racking on the miles...

i bought this boot for a backpack trip my mom and i are going to do soon...i started wearing this boot around for cutting wood with a chainsaw and small hikes around our island.i found that this boot is an excellent rigid backpacking/working/anything else boot! Great job on this boot ASOLO!!!

I love this boot, I have owned 2 pairs over the years and they have been great and seen me through over 500 miles on the trails without a single blister usually carrying 30-60 pound packs. The two knocks on these boots are 1) in the summer they can get wicked hot since they are gore-tex leather and when waterproofed they can just get down right sweaty. 2) the sole is slippery on wet and/or small rocks. I got a new pair of the Asolo Powermatic that aren't gore tex and I am just going to treat them with water so hopefully I can vent a little more moisture. They still get 5 stars though as my feet always feel rested at the end of 20+ mile days and they have never let me down.

Bought these boots for a 100 mile hiking trip around Mt. Rainier. Break in time is minimal and very pleased so far.

I highly recommend this boot. I have had four pairs over the years. I have tried all different boots, and only this one is ready to go when you first put it on.... I only wish I could resole it rather than having to always buy new boots, the bottoms wear out much faster than the uppers, despite the Vibram sole.... Top quality. Highly recommend.

This is an exceptionally well fitting book. I have owned several pair over the past ten years. I used them to walk long distances on mountain trails and climb 14teeners. They provide superior support, comfort, and functionality. I would highly recommend.

With all of the lightweight products out there why would anyone choose a heavy-duty backpacking boot over the lowtop trail runners/boot hybrids out there? Well, if your like me there is something about a rock solid pair of boots that just appeals to you. Asolo has taken the very best things about a tough waterproof full-grain leather boot and trimmed all that fat. I can't say enough about the triple structure sole construction which make this boot more comfortable than my favorite pair of sneakers. But besides this they make for ultimate shock absorbtion and have super grippyness. These boots are anything but clunky and have excellent ankle support which is a big deal for me because my ankles tend to roll hiking downhill. One thing though, in the summer the full grain leather can tend to make the feet a litte hot but not totally unbearable. I docked it one star because they don't have the power matic lacing system, but other than that these boots are awesome.

I have abused the hell out of these boots and they look great. All of Colorado's fourteeners, thousands of miles total on them and they have taken every bit of it. Several times the boots have been completely submerged and the leather never warped. They even saved my foot a few years back when my axe bounced into the toe after a full swing. They have served me well for everything from simple hikes to full blown mountaineering excursions and haven't skipped a beat.

I blew out the side and sole on my Montrail Torre GTX boots after only a year and bought these as a replacement a month and a half ago. I use them every day for my work and they're wicked comfortable after three weeks of breaking them in and a pile of mink oil. At first they weren't great, but I didn't get any blisters. I was going to find some wider boots, but I needed new and rugged boots quick. Without driving ten hours these (which were kind of narrow) were my best option and I'm really happy. They've got good support and have a higher arch than my Montrails, which my flat feet are liking now that they're used to it. In the first weeks my arches were sore every evening. Since I got them, the soles have chunked a little bit on the rocks that I have to scramble every day for work and I've had to re-glue the rubber right on the toe, but it's about what I expect with my use. They're really supportive and waterproof and are warmer than I thought they'd be. I know a lot of people who are Asolo loyalists and now I understand why. Only thing I would do differently in the future is find some wider ones for faster break-in. Oh yeah, and I ruined the laces that came with them in the first week, so I wasn't thrilled about that when I had to hike three miles back to the truck with a busted lace. But all in all, damn good boots so far.

This boot performs VERY well and is comfortable to be as rugged as it is. It should go without saying it needs a solid break-in period before long distance use IMO. It doesn't "give" much in stretch or room to move when my feet swell on the trail. Wish I would have bought at least a half-size up. I've worn these everywhere I've been and overall I'm satisfied with them. They are a bit heavy, but when you hike the rocks in PA, you'll appreciate the solid-ness of these boots.

Great fit. Great construction. Quality in all details. Quick break-in on easy 6-mile hike on sand, gravel and loose shale.

The boot design gives me great support. Sizing was right on for my 9-1/2 medium foot with heavy socks (with wicking liners).

The micro-pullies in the lacing are absolutely awesome. These boots look sharp too. Love 'em!

Well people seem only to have good things about these boots (and they're all true - i just got a pair and they're awesome) however to be fair i'll point out my few trivial concerns:

1) The toe leather is not as well protected as on some boots. My last pair of boots had the entire toe wrapped in rubber which i failed to appreciate until now - after just one hike the front of my boots are a bit scuffed up. To be fair, i'm the sort of person who abuses all of his gear some how... In any event i think that eventually I'll need to treat the toe with something to keep it from wearing out.
2) The sole is stiff as hell! I think this is a great thing, however if you are traveling terrain which might be described as anything less than rugged its annoying. I wore them to work for 1.5 weeks just to break them in before my first hike and I was having second thoughts about their comfort, however it's simply that they're not street shoes. On the trail they're amazingly comfortable.

Ditto all comments regarding narrow feet - that's what I have and fit nicely.
Also, these are the first pair of boots i've owned that I wasnt thrilled to pull off at the end of the day. I got into them at 5 AM, walked a mile or two to the car, drove for 4 hours, hiked 6 miles, drove back another 4 hours, and walked home again all without once having to adjust them or regret not having brought a second pair of shoes for after the hike (something always did before I got these).

Finally, I cant' speak to their breath ability since it was between 20 and 45 degrees F for my first hike in these, however they are both warm and waterproof. They kept my feet comfortable for the whole trail which was a mix of mud, snow and water ice.

Took this boot on a 45 day expedition in Alaska's Brooks Range. Not one blister. The soles are still intact even though the trip consisted of over 200 miles of off trail hiking over terrain ranging from marshy tussocks to jagged boulder fields. Hands down best boot I've ever owned.

Best boots I have ever owned. They have taken my where ever I want to go in comfort. They fit like a glove right out of the box and I had nearly zero break in, although I did get a 1/2 size down from my usual 9 after trying on a few pairs. I have never had any problems with soles coming off even after severe Colorado boulder field abuse. The soles are rugged and brake well. The leather is tough and I have had minimal damage bashing them in sharp granite. They are surprisingly warm and I have never had circulation problems even on long bus rides. They are a must have when you have a heavy pack and are headed into the wide wander.

I bought these boots 2 seasons ago and like the other reviews they are great boots ready to go right out of the box. They are true to size. I recommend super feet if you are going to hike a lot. I wore these boots to guide backpacking trips in colorado for two summers, Probably 300 or so miles and I wore the boots out. So, that leads me to my question. I need a boot that I can hike 150 miles plus a season that is going to last more than two seasons. Ive been looking at the La Sportiva Glacier Evo, does anyone have advice on a boot that could perform like the Asolo, but is going to stand up to the abuse?

I started wearing the previous version of these boots 15+ years ago. Haven't bought any other brand since. Wear them all day every day. Awesome boots!

this is a bit early for a good review, because i've only had them a month or so. but i wear them everywere to break them in and so far they have done well. the footbed is very poor is you have a high arch, but almost all boots come with crap footbeds. buy either sole or superfeet and get going. they were good and still at first but they are getting more comfortable. so far great boots, if something changes then i will let everyone know.

I need more stars. This boot took a loyal Vasque customer and turned him Asolo after my first pair of 520s lasted 4 years of heavy use with NO PROBLEMS. The leather is still in great shape (yes, I do clean and use NixWax regularly) and the shank, footbed, and sole have not suffered undue wear. The reinforced toe is crucial when you end up using these to do some random house construction in addition to the normal splashing through mud and grit on trails on mtns. I've used these on trails from Big Sur CA, to Moab UT, to Pike's Peak, CO, to the Long Trail, VT and have never been disappointed. One suggestion: replace the laces with parachute cord immediately - far more durable and won't soak moisture.

Right out of the box they felt good. They had no break in time that I'm not use to. I will buy these brand of boots in the future.

I've had about 40 days of backpacking in my Asolos. They've treated me great, break in time was minimal, and they were warm enough in the colorado winter with a pair of wool socks. with some gaiters, you can walk almost knee deep in streams and not get a drop of water on your foot. great grip, and extremely durable. I've kicked plenty of stuff and not hurt my foot at all. They were treating me awesome, but then i was hiking through the pouring rain and we started a huge fire. To dry out my boots (i wasn't wearing gaiters and my socks just acted like sponges into my shoes) i put em by the fire. I forgot about them and the rubber melted in a bit. The boot gave me blisters the next two days, but i think my foot warmed it back up and morphed it back to a comfortable fit. It hasn't given me problems since and just looks like it was dipped in hot acid.

narrow heel and wider at the ball of the foot always seemed to equal "lousy fit"...until I got into these boots. Seven years later, after several long backpacks and countless peaks, the goretex insert finally began to leak. Ordering pair number two in a few days. Let the wood gnomes and faeries rejoice.

Bought these new and wore them to a 15 mile trek in the tetons a couple of weeks later. After walking through snow, streams, boulder fields, and climbing very high grade elevations, I'm still very happy with these boots. I felt as though I was crushing everything beneath me. Very warm, but breathe well. I kicked several big rocks on accident, and if I had not these boots on, would have crushed my toes. I'm very happy with these.

My previous boot was an Asolo Fugitive but I like these even better, my feet aren't particularly wide in the middle but my toe box needs alittle more room, these fit like a glove. Walking around they are sturdy, great support, goretex liner keeps the water out. The construction is awesome, classic leather backpacking boot, these seem really well made.

They feel a bit heavier then my last pair but not much, and then these are sturdier boots, I knew I was making that trade and I'm happy I did, I expect I'll be wearing these still in 5 years.

I didn't spend any time breaking these boots in, but figured I wouldn't be backpacking on my first trip out, so the consequences were minimal. After several days of day hiking in rough, wet, conditions, my feet were totally happy and blister free. So, I was impressed by their out of the box comfort and sturdy feel. I also like their classic all leather look. I felt very comfortable jogging down scree fields, and bushwacking in places I couldn't see where my foot is landing. I have had trouble with other boots because of my narrow foot width and chose these because of other positive reviews from narrow footed folks. These Asolo's turned out to be a great purchase and I imagine I'll be covering a lot of ground in them for years to come.