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Salomon
Outback 500 GTX Backpacking Boot - Men's

3.67 out of 5 stars
6 Reviews

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Outback 500 GTX Backpacking Boot

Hit the trailhead with confidence knowing that the Salomon Outback 500 GTX Backpacking Boot has your back. This lightweight backpacker boasts an impressive blend of cushion, support, and stability that will have you reaching tons of new locations. The Gore-Tex upper with waterproof materials keeps your feet dry by repelling water and wicking moisture off of your foot while also protecting you from debris via a gusseted tongue and burly toecap. To ensure you can keep putting one foot in front of the other these boots boast a supportive and cushioned Energy cell midsole that if further reinforced by a molded EVA sock liner. Finally a super grippy and durable Contragrip MD outsole lets you stay focused on the task at hand while you head for the summit.


Details

  • Lightweight backpacking boot for long adventures in the wilderness
  • Gore-Tex membrane keeps your feet dry from sweat and external water
  • Tried and true classic lacing system securely locks in your feet
  • Welded upper with a soft collar limits rubbing and discomfort
  • EnergyCell midsole reduces fatigue by providing support and cushion
  • Advanced chassis keeps things stable and rigid for side-hilling
  • Contragrip MD provides long lasting grip on soft and hard surfaces
  • Item #SAL01LQ
Upper Material
textile
Waterproofing
GORE-TEX
Lining
textile
Closure
lace
Footbed
molded EVA
Midsole
EnergyCell
Sole
Contragrip MD
Shaft Height
mid
Claimed Weight
17oz
Recommended Use
backpacking, hiking, ultralight backpacking
Manufacturer Warranty
2 years

Overall Rating

3.5 based on 6 ratings

Review Summary

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4 out of 5 stars

July 5, 2021

Really like these boots- but?..

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
10

Love Salomon products. Really like these boots for light hiking. Love the locking laces, comfortable, love the muted color. They look great with jeans off the trail. But they aren?t waterproof. Two days of hiking- day one in the rain and second day through wet fields. By day two they just didn?t perform. I think one day of moisture exposure is all they can handle.

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james M
4 out of 5 stars

July 5, 2021

Really like these boots- but…..

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
10

Love Salomon products. Really like these boots for light hiking. Love the locking laces, comfortable, love the muted color. They look great with jeans of the trail. But they aren’t waterproof. Two days of hiking- day one in the rain and second day through wet fields. By day two they just didn’t perform. I think one day of moisture exposure is all they can handle.

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james M
2 out of 5 stars

March 1, 2021

Not durable

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
10.5
Weight:
185

These are great boots, for the first two or three months. Zero break in time, waterproof with the best of em, super lite weight. But they simply do not last. Less than one full summer of wearing and these started to form holes on the inside and outside edge of the toe box, right where my foot hinges when I step. I wouldn't be to upset about the life of these boots if they weren't over 200 bucks when not on sale.

Tyler K
5 out of 5 stars

February 12, 2021

Clean, Simple, Burly

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
8
Height:
5' 7"
Weight:
130

I purchased these to replace my 7 year old Salewa Alp trainers that eventually lost their waterproofing capabilities. I was looking for a simple looking boot primarily for backpacking & hiking but also boots I could wear day to day. These boots fit my aesthetic, I think Solomon made a great looking boot. Clean lines. Looks good with a pair of jeans. All the tech hidden underneath the upper and doesn’t scream “techy-hiking-boot”. INITIAL THOUGHTS - Wearing them indoors I immediately noticed they are VERY LIGHT on my feet, much lighter than any other hiking boot I’ve owned. Solomons Contagrip is nice, maybe too soft to wear daily around town/city but will grip well on wet rocks and trails. I have long, low volume feet with normal arches and I can feel a modest amount of arch support (I may have to invest in inserts). With the boots laced tightly, my heel also feels locked down. The toe box feels snug but not tight, comparable to other Solomon boots IMO. Again, putting the on the trail will be the ultimate test of fit and last but out of the box these Solomon Outbacks feel great. I've done only a couple short sub 5mi hikes inside three months of owning and they offer good trail support (not too stiff, not too soft) all while being super lightweight. The soles are grippy over wet rocks and logs and the the treads shed mud pretty well too. my only gripe so far is the gusseted tongue ends just above the locking heel eyelets, limiting how deep this boot can go into streams and puddles. other boots i've owned in the past featured gusseted tongues all the way up the length of the boot providing a much better seal against water. 2021 UPDATE: Covid has forced extra mileage on these boots as hiking and camping became a more frequent activity. my OUTbacks have held up very well, with very little tread wear and no major complaints. I haven't had any of the issues others have brought up in other reviews. Ive put on close to 700mi total on these boots between yard work, camping, hiking and normal everyday use.

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Jinda
3 out of 5 stars

January 24, 2021

Comfortable, slightly bulky

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

These are very comfortable, even over 3 days of 15 mile hikes w/ >50lbs packed. I have >150 miles on these and I can already see that the toe caps are wanting to peel/separate from the cloth. They're not going to last as long as I would have liked. Also, the ankle isn't as supportive as they should be, so these are more suited for easy day hikes w/ little/no gear and less for multiday long distance back country. They run *slightly* large, as hiking boots should.

RAWatson
4 out of 5 stars

September 27, 2020

Not for me

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
Size Bought:
11
Height:
5' 11"
Weight:
175

These are good looking boots and they appear to be well made from quality materials but the fit was not good for me so I returned them. The problem area was the large knuckles where my big toes meet the foot. I had foot surgery about 6 years ago for bone spurs in that area so I need boots that have a tall toebox. I really wanted to like these boots but because of the fit issue I had to return them. Four stars because they are high quality and good looking.

Boomer B