Raichle X-Degree 7 Hiking Boots (For Men)

I bought these boots last winter. They were recommended to me but I will not wear them anymore. I thought after a month of blisters I would finally have a great pair of boots, however this is not the case, whether wearing wool socks, cotton socks or any sock with liner I can't prevent blisters on my heel. I just hiked 25 peaks in the Adirondacks with these boots attached to my pack and my sandals on my feet. Also, not waterproof. Very dissatisfied with these boots!

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I got these shoes about 10 days before my back packing trip. I wore them everyday till the day of the trip. Unfortunately, 30 mins into the hike with a 40 lb. load on the back i started getting blisters on the back of my foot. I immediately put on some bandaid and mole skin. Alas, it was already too late and my trip was miserable because of the blisters. I probably need to give the shoe more break in time. But for now, I can't say I am happy with this shoe.

Wear these boots daily from the day I received them. Also have done some day hiking and plan on taking them on some bigger trips. They are perfect for me and a perfect price. No issues so far at all.

I have always loved the leather lining, and was happy to find these at such a great price.

Great boots.

First pair of hiking boots. I followed the reviews and ordered a half-size small, which worked perfectly. At first, they were very rigid, and during break-in I swapped out the insoles for some gelled ones, which made a huge difference. I have wide feet and narrow ankles so it took a little modification to the lacing, but once I got it dialed in the support is great. These are not waterproof, and the tongue WILL let water through easily, but they dry out quickly.

This product is good for day hiking.

I live in such a hilly neighborhood that Lance Armstrong uses our neighborhood for his recreational hill training rides. I walk my dog through my hilly neighborhood at least once or twice a day, which comes out to be about 3 to 5 miles a day. I bought these boots specifically for this activity. It's been a bit of a trying experience "breakig" them in, particularly for a light weight hiking boot. In comparison my medium/heavey weight Fabiano's were great from the get go. In spite of having to break them in I am still satisfied with the purchase and the price.

I use the boots for everyday use where I stand for long hours on the job. I have also used these boots in remote locations for years, such as in the Antarctic where I was constatntly on basalt rock and in very bad climatic conditions, these boots have always held up beatifully and fit my foot like a glove. I know I can always count on the perfect fit and I would not even consider buying boots made by anyone else.