Asolo Sasslong Gore-Tex® Backpacking Boots (For Men)

Great boots. Much better than I even thought they would be. Just took on a winter campout where we were camping at 5 degrees below zero. Standing around at the camp my feet felt a bit too cold. Not bad for how cold it was. Once I started walking, feet felt much better. Great boots!

Seems to be a good sturdy boot so far. I've only logged about fifteen miles so far and without a load but the boots feel very supportive. They are comfortable for hiking and everyday walking. My only con so far is that the boots seem awfully narrow. I bought a size 10 regular width and the toe box on the left foot squeezed my toes. Not to the point of being painful even after several miles of walking but it was noticable enough to be a little uncomfortable. This is of note because I have a rather narrow foot to begin with. I took the boot to a shoe repair store and had it stretched and now the boot fits perfectly.If you have a wide foot, these boots probably aren't for you. Going up half a size would not be a bad idea, especially if you wear heavy socks for winter hiking.

This is a very stiff, sturdy boot for those that want one, ideal for off-trail or rough terrain backpacking and mild mountaineering. Should work well with strap-on crampons, not quite as stiff as a true mountaineering boot (and not insulated), but are much stiffer than usual backpacking boots. These are actually even a bit lighter than more typical Asolo hiking boots like the tps520, despite being substantially sturdier. If you want your hiking boots to have a lot of flex, these are not for you. If you want rugged, waterproof boots for harsh terrain, these should be good. Caveat: I haven't had these long enough to really determine long-term durability, but based on the extensive rubber randing and my experience with other Asolo boots, it should be good.

Shoe has a tag sewn on that says wide but it is about a D width maybe a little wider. The tread is agressive but shoe feels a little unstable because shoe is narrow over all and the heel tread is narrow as well. Getting used to it and really like the way it has stayed dry in snow during hikes of a few hours. Still dry after a month of day use.

Great boot for better support than a casual hiking boot. Needs a bit more breakin period than average but I'm sure it will last much longer than a lightweight boot. This is my second pair of these boots and probably not the last.

Haven't had them long enough to rate 5 stars, but will if they hold up. Comfortable out of the box and getting better with wear. Haven't had too many really cold/snow days in Boston recently, but they seem to be plenty warm and waterproof.

Day to two day hiking mostly

These boots are very comfortable right out of the box. They are very waterproof. I work out side in the Northeast and they do well in the snow and rain. When it is colder I do have to wear thicker socks. The laces tend to loosen fast. I might try a different pair of laces. Overal a very good boot.

These boots seem terrific just out of the box. I have not used them yet as I have a couple other pairs going. They suit my high arch well, have a well designed useful heel and feel like no break in will be required.

Wear everyday-