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Merrell Chameleon3 Ventilator GTX Hiking Shoe - Men's
Are these shoes good for carrying heavy loads over long distances?...
By Bojanglingriff
Ranked #897 - Men's Hiking Shoes
July 8, 2010
Are these shoes good for carrying heavy loads over long distances? I am looking for a pair of hiking shoes to pair with my merrell chameleon II's I am looking at going on a full AT hike and i plan on switching between the boots and a pair of hiking shoes.
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By Willy Syndram
Ranked #10 - Men's Hiking Shoes
January 13, 2011
I used merrells on one of my AT thru-hikes and they worked great. I got about 1,000 out of one pair but usually I get around 700 miles out of a pair. I don't carry a heavy pack, 28 pounds is max, but usually around 22 pounds. The soles held up great and had good traction but the uppers would strat to rot out on the trail when I couldn't dry them out for long periods of time. Very comfortable...!
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By Neil Provo
Ranked #256 - Men's Shoes
July 10, 2010
I wouldn't recommend super heavy loads with these shoes. Theres just not enough ankle support for huge loads. Great shoes for lighter overnight loads though. Stick with backpacking boots for longer treks!
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