Description of Montrail Torre GTX Hiking Boot - Men's:
Whether you're bagging fourteener's or backpacking to your favorite lake in the Wind Rivers, the Montrail Torre Backpacking Boot is in it for the long haul. The Torre Boot is burly and comfortable to keep your journey free from foot pain. This Montrail boot's seam-free heel lining and molded foam heel pocket ensure a proper fit so you don't have to worry about sloppy-fitting boots when you're roping up on Wall Street. The heel yoke is attached to the lacing system so you can dial your boot's fit, and the waterproof Gore-Tex lining blocks moisture and breathes like mad to keep your feet comfortable and dry if you're crossing streams or hiking in hotter temperatures.
Bottom Line: The Montrail Torre GTX is a lightweight boot that's not only extraordinarily comfortable, but worthy of a serious outdoors excursion.
I think that the Torre is just an all around good piece of backpacking equipment. I use it whenever I can on day hikes, weekend excursions, or monthlong trips. It has lasted me a year without any signs of wear besides the laces which I would immediately replace to save problems on the trail. The pros of this boot are its unbeatable water resistance and stability. However I have found this boot slightly heavier and less breathable than other less expensive boots I've tried. I would highly suggest the Torre as an all purpose boot for most backpackers even though it is heavy and unbreathable.
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No Durability 01-25-08
Anonymous:
I got these boots to use for a month long backpacking trip in the N. Talkeetnas of Alaska. They held up great while I was training here in Georgia. But after only a couple of weeks the boots were starting to separate at the synthetic part and the leather part. It got so bad that dirt and water was filling the sides everyday. They wore great and never hurt my feet I just wish they were more durable. Montrail did send me a new pair free of charge however.
I'm on my second pair of these boots and when I wear this pair out I'll go for the third, that is if they haven't messed the fit up with the "new" improved model. I have a narrow foot and these boots fit like a...well, like a glove...but they're boots...but they fit like a glove...get it? I bought a pair for back packing and liked them so much I bought a pair for work also. Believe me when i say I've beat the dog snot outa them and they still ROCK! I love these boots almost as much as moms cooking but they don't taste quite as good...
