St Elias FG GTX Hiking Boot - Women's
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Why We Like The Vasque St Elias FG GTX Hiking Boot
Instead of buying extra moleskin patches for hiking the PCT, buy a boot that will give you out-of-the-box comfort like the St Elias FG GTX Hiking Boot from Vasque. Whether you're moving through moss-covered forest or the arid terrain of the Anza Borrego Desert, the All-Terrain Compound in the midsole keeps your feet comfortable with foam pods and a synthetic shank to push that 15-mile day to a 20-mile day. If it starts to rain on the 18th mile, the GORE-TEX membrane will keep your feet dry, and if you have to puddle jump across melting early-summer snow, the over-the-ankle cuff will stand up to shallow water.
Details
- Rugged hiking boot for high-mileage days with a heavy pack
- GORE-TEX membrane seals boot from water, expels condensation
- All-Terrain Compound midsole provides comfort for multi-mile days
- Rubber toe cap protects foot from scree and trail hazards
- Vibram outsole for sure-footed traction on various types of terrain
- Supple leather upper flexes easily to wear out of the box
- Item #VSQ003C
- Upper Material
- 100% leather
- Lining
- GORE-TEX membrane
- Closure
- lace
- Last
- summit
- Footbed
- EVA
- Midsole
- TPU shank, EVA cushioning
- Sole
- Vibram Frontier
- Claimed Weight
- 2lb 7oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4 based on 21 ratings
Review Summary
Fits Slightly Large
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 21, 2024
Great hiking boots
- Familiarity:
- I returned this product before using it
- Size Bought:
- 10 women’s
I love these boots! I owned a pair for over 10 years, & after many hikes, the leather finally cracked, so they were no longer waterproof. I ordered these, & Backcountry delivered so quickly. I wore them around the house, & unfortunately had to return them. There was an area in the ankle that rubbed, & I couldn’t possibly hike in them, no matter how thick the socks. The return process was so smooth, I would purchase again from Backcountry. Just not ready to try these boots again. I’m giving these a 4 only because I had to return them, but they’re a great boots!
February 7, 2024
Never Received
I placed the order on the 14th of January and it said the item was packed and ready to be picked up by USPS. Called today to only be told the item was “lost” and that I’d have to order a different size since mine was suddenly out of stock or get a refund. Honestly just annoyed and the woman on the phone just kept apologizing in the fake “customer service voice” which just agitated me even more. Never ordering from Backcountry again.
February 4, 2024
Love this Boot
I bought this boot for a trip to Antarctica. They were perfect! Warm Dry and user comfortable. Can't recommend them enough.
Originally reviewed on vasque.com
January 11, 2024
Love these! Broke in easily!
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- 8.5
- Height:
- 5' 5"
- Weight:
- 140
I hesitated to buy these because there's so much variety in the reviews in terms of fit, comfort, size, etc. Regardless, I tried them, and I'm so happy I did! I'm an 8.5 in everything and bought an 8.5 - it was perfect. Broke these boots in slowly, walking a mile or two at a time, and now they're so comfortable and keep my feet warm on long walks and hikes in the snow.
January 4, 2024
Not too durable
I bought these boots a few months ago, and already there have been several issues with seams tearing and soles peeling off. I find them very comfortable and love them on hikes, but they do not have the durability I was hoping for. In my opinion, their quality isn’t high enough to match the price.
Originally reviewed on vasque.com
September 28, 2023
Did not fit like a 7W
I love the boots, however, it does not fit like a 7 W. It was tight and my toes were a bit cramped too. I would recommend sizing up if you want to try them out.
Originally reviewed on vasque.com
September 2, 2023
I love this boot!
First, I’d like to share how amazing Vasque’s customer service is. I initially purchased a differed boot that wasn’t hardy enough for the type of hiking I do- Vasque allowed me to return the boot immediately! So instead of going back to the brand I was with before (Scarpa) I decided to stick with Vasque and purchased this boot with my refund money. I am so glad I did. These boots really hold up with all the things the white mtns throw at you with little break in needed. I did need to loosely lace the boots and insert a toe box stretcher for my own needs but the boot has now confirmed to my foot. I fully submerged both feet by mistake several times. My feet were kept dry and warm. I felt my ankles were supported and my boots got more comfortable as my hike went on. I think I used the first 10 miles of the boot to break it in- and I just completed a 20 mile, 4 4000k peak hike in the whites. Zero blisters or hot points on my feet. Thank you vasque!!!
Originally reviewed on vasque.com
February 21, 2023
Leather Treatment Y/N?
What a great boot right out of the box!! Best boot i have had in over 10 years. i have a concern however - the leather is getting quite dry as i am in some dry arctic conditions at the present time. Should the leather be treated to avoid any damage? what would be the best product to keep the leather soft without blinding off the weatherproofing and breathability of the Goretex? Thanks
Originally reviewed on vasque.com
August 12, 2022
Great
Had to buy a shoe enlarger because the stiffness of the shoes was killing my bunion. Couldn't wear it more than 2 hours at first. Now they are perfect! Really waterproof and cute looking !
Originally reviewed on vasque.com
April 15, 2022
Love it
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 8
I bought a pair of these in 2017 for my full time field job - I have only just retired them for a new pair this year (2022) because of a split near the ball-of-the-toes area (which I wonder if that could have prevented with regular oiling of the leather). These boots are comfortable, truly waterproof, and sturdy - and I'm going to try taking better care of the leather with my new pair to see if they will last longer than 5 years. Love these boots!
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