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By Erik Hansen from Seattle, WA on 10/12/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Flexible, Great Traction, Made by artisans, Sturdy/Durable, Warm, Water Resistant Cons: Heavy, Insoles are cheap Best Uses: Cold Weather, Day Hiking, Everyday, Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Light Loads, Wet Conditions Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer, Thruhiker AT 1999 Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I've been looking long and hard for some non-Gortex boots, which is no small shakes. I'm also concerned about country of manufacture, which made me smile when I noted Alico is an Italian boot made by artisans who know what the Sam Hill they're doing. First I'd like to mention a con: they are heavy. As a result, if you're looking to do a long-hike, go for the lighter options available: their are plenty of thruhiking-devoted websites and books to help you with this intense style of backpacking. However, if you need some great, durable, waterproof boots that will last for at least 10 years, maybe 20, these are the ones. They fit true[...]. The craftsmanship is impeccable( Norwegian-welt, soft-leather lined, the best gusseted tongue I've seen, incredible Vibram sole, perfectly roomy toebox, impressive leather, and great ankle support... why can't Americans make boots like this in America?), the break-in around Seattle has been easy, and I can't wait to get them in the mountains for some trail maintenance trips and shorter (one day to one week) backpacking trips. So, this isn't a truly complete review, for they don't have any backcountry miles on them, yet, but knowing my feet and how I've trashed boots in the past, these definitely have great potential and are a killer deal.
Phenomenal boot - built to last. By Drewmon from Nashville, TN on 10/11/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Great dry traction, Roomy toe box, Sturdy/Durable, Warm Best Uses: Day Hiking, Everyday, Long-Distance Hiking Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer Sizing: Feels half size too small, Feels too small Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Built so solid it is nuts. Hard to find items made with this much quality anymore and at a decent price.
Bought a pair before heading out west and they kept my feet comfortable for days in/near Santa Fe, Taos, and Cimarron on trails and bumping around the towns. Since then they've been great for general trail hiking and field use wherever I trek.
The good?
- Great construction
- Great materials
- Comfortable once broken in
- Decent grip from the Vibram sole (not the best in muddy conditions)
- Great price for the quality
The bad?
- Sizing is a bit squirrely. I normally wear a 10.5 E. Bought a size 11.5 following the suggested sizing on the site when I bought mine. Fit great in the toe box and ankle, but they are still a bit short. Thus toe bang is a problem at times depending on the approach.
- Needed better insoles ASAP to help with the above...
- Stiff, break in period can be a tad long. Great once they get there though.
- A bit heavy. If you are used to GoreTex or similar lightweight boots then these can be oppressively heavy.
In the end, these are boots that can last an outrageously long time and outperform many of their modern design counterparts. Properly maintained the leather will wear very little and they can be resoled. Get a pair, you won't regret it.
The Last Great Leather Boot By Boot time from Durango, Co. on 10/07/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Flexible, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable Best Uses: Day Hiking, Everyday, Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Light Loads, Long-Distance Hiking Describe Yourself: Casual/Recreational, Professional/Guide Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: These boots are great. The inner leather lining makes them very comfortable and minimizes break in time to zero. The boots are water proof until the leather tongue breaks down. I successfully used a pair for two years - and put about 9 months of hiking days on them. I am now on my second pair and couldn't be happier.
Alico, well made tough boots By Barney from Bungonia NSW AU on 10/07/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable Best Uses: Day Hiking, Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Long-Distance Hiking Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer Sizing: Feels half size too small Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: great boot, built to last.
I have had a lot of trouble with ordering boots that are the right size, normaly take 9-91/2 alico 91/2 were too small but 10 fits well. get yourself a good pair of innersoles and you'll be set. could easyly pay twice as much for boots that arent half as good, these are a great value boot.
Traditional European quality. By Point Man from Dillon, Colorado on 10/06/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable, Warm, Water Resistant Best Uses: Cold Weather, Day Hiking, Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Light Loads, Long-Distance Hiking, Wet Conditions Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer, Casual/Recreational, Environmentalist Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: The upper will last through several re-solings.
By IRREGULARGUY from GREENFIELD,MA on 10/05/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable, Water Resistant Describe Yourself: Casual/Recreational Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: THESE ARE THE BEST BOOTS I'VE EVER BOUGHT, THE WORKMANSHIP IS SUPER. DEFINETLY NEED A NEW INSOLE. THEY WILL LAST FOR YEARS.A LITTLE STIFF AT FIRST BUT THEY BECOME FLEXIBLE.THE QUALITY OF THE LEATHER IS UP THERE.
Excellent old school boot By WNCer from Waynesville, NC on 10/01/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable Best Uses: Day Hiking, Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Light Loads Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Great traditional style Norwegian welt boot. Large, roomy toe-box. I LOVE the leather lining,tongue, and lacing. Easy on and off.
They look great and have a good tread pattern.
They are not the most water resistant, but then I never expected them too.
If I had the money, I'd the money I'd buy a second pair.
By Hiker Mama from Choteau, MT on 09/23/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable, Water Resistant Best Uses: Day Hiking, Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Light Loads, Long-Distance Hiking, Wet Conditions Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer, Casual/Recreational Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I needed a pair of boots that wouldn't let my feet slide forward on steep down hill trails. These work perfectly. My toes don't get beat up anymore! I also love the fact that these boots are resoleable. Break in time wasn't much. The first hike only left me with one hot spot, but no blisters.
By azbikebum from sedona, az on 09/21/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable, Warm, Water Resistant Best Uses: Cold Weather, Day Hiking, Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Light Loads, Long-Distance Hiking Describe Yourself: Avid Adventurer Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I've used these boots on several long day hikes and ascents through rocky terrain and they were sturdy and supportive with little break-in time needed. I would consider using them for multiple day hikes with a light load. The craftmanship is top quality...up there with Zamberlan. Buy them...you won't be disappointed!
By Jet from Fallbrook, CA on 09/20/2009 Pros: Ankle Support, Arch Support, Great Traction, High quality materials, Sturdy/Durable Best Uses: Harsh Terrain, Heavy Loads, Long-Distance Hiking Describe Yourself: Environmentalist Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Great boots for heavy duty field work and hiking/backpacking. I was impressed with the overall quality and craftsmanship.
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