Reviews of Asolo TPS 520 GV Hiking Boots - Men's

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These boots are awesome. Had them now 5 years or so. I have problems with plantar fasciitis when I where some shoes and boots. But I can hike for days pain-free in these Asolo boots. Super warm for shoveling snow or winter camping. Look cool too. Can wear to work or out on the town as well.

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I like the shoes. They have good support both in the arch and around the ankle. I really like the lace eyes. They let you cynch it up tight without the risk of breaking a lace. The tred holds a lot of mud in it but it falls out easily. Better than some shoes I have had with nice tred. They never let go of the mud. I have a really narrow foot with a high arch. I usually wear an A width. Don't be surprised if you have never heard of it. Not many people make boots in A width, or even B width for that matter. I thought I would give Asolo a try to see if I can make them work. These shoes fit fine in the heel up to the arch but then the toe feels like it splays out and there is nothing there. I had to put a small in-sole in them to make them fit. They are still a little large in the toe area but I think they will work for me.

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I have bought cheaper boots in the past, but they do NOT Hold-up. So in the long run - you end up paying more money because of having to frequently replace the cheaper boots, it also is a waste of your time and aggravation! You are better off just to spend more money "up front" for something that will last! These Asolo boots have been "a good friend to me and my feet"! People complain that these boots are Heavy. Well they are a sturdy all leather boots - what do you expect? I would rather have a sturdy all leather boot than a lighter boot (maybe people are wanting to run in them), they are boots - Not shoes. Personally, I would rather have a solid sturdy leather boot that is durable and last for a long time. I have used other boots that were lighter and they do NOT hold-up. Pros: Comfortable Boots Good ankle support Several Lacing hooks to tighten up the boot around your ankle. Easy on and off Sturdy/Durable Water Resistant Yes, they might Scuff (mark-up) easy - but like someone else said - that just gives them character. I also ordered my boots 1 size bigger to compensate for swelling/thick socks/Possible Boot Shrinkage/Boot "curvature" of the toes/etc. When they would measure my feet in the store - they would swear that I should Not get a boot bigger than 12, but everytime I conceeded to get 12 - I was sorry; with size 13 - I gives my feet a little extra room so my toes were NOT cramped. I have had a lot of problems with different boots having "boot shrinkage" (from wet boots ), I haven't seem to have this happen (much, if any) with the Asolo boots. 2 people (at outdoor stores) have told me NOT to use Mink oil - because it actually deteriates the leather. I have had my Asolo boot Since March 2006, wearing them in all kinds of weather, warm days, rainy days, through the snow, mountain hiking, desert hiking - they have been great! However lately, the right boot is cracking and starting to let water enter the boot (when I cross creeks, etc). Besides, this fact, the rest of the right boot and also the left boot is still in good condition - even after all this time (and I haven't been very good about putting the leather protectant on them every year). These boots have been very good to me and I have been so pleased with them that it is sad to think about retiring them! I think I will keep them as a Workboot (they are still good if you don't wade through water), they are still comfortable, sturdy and they would still get used (as a workboot). It is getting time to get some new boots, I am going to buy the same "Asolo boots".

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I have bought cheaper boots in the past, but they do NOT Hold-up. So in the long run - you end up paying more money because of having to frequently replace the cheaper boots, it also is a waste of your time and aggravation! You are better off just to spend more money "up front" for something that will last! These Asolo boots have been "a good friend to me and my feet"! People complain that these boots are Heavy. Well they are a sturdy all leather boots - what do you expect? I would rather have a sturdy all leather boot than a lighter boot (maybe people are wanting to run in them), they are boots - Not shoes. Personally, I would rather have a solid sturdy leather boot that is durable and last for a long time. I have used other boots that were lighter and they do NOT hold-up. Pros: Comfortable Boots Good ankle support Several Lacing hooks to tighten up the boot around your ankle. Easy on and off Sturdy/Durable Water Resistant Yes, they might Scuff (mark-up) easy - but like someone else said - that just gives them character. I also ordered my boots 1 size bigger to compensate for swelling/thick socks/Possible Boot Shrinkage/Boot "curvature" of the toes/etc. When they would measure my feet in the store - they would swear that I should Not get a boot bigger than 12, but everytime I conceeded to get 12 - I was sorry; with size 13 - I gives my feet a little extra room so my toes were NOT cramped. I have had a lot of problems with other boots having "boot shrinkage" (from wet boots ), I haven't seem to have this happen (much, if any) with the Asolo boots. 2 people (at outdoor stores) have told me NOT to use Mink oil - because it actually deteriates the leather. I have had my Asolo boot Since March 2006, wearing them in all kinds of weather, warm days, rainy days, through the snow, mountain hiking, desert hiking - they have been great! However lately, the right boot is cracking and starting to let water enter the boot (when I cross creeks, etc). Besides, this fact, they rest of the right boot and also the left boot is still in good condition - even after all this time (and I haven't been very good about putting the leather protectant on it every year). These boots have been very good to me and I have been so pleased with them that it is sad to think about retiring them! I think I will keep them as a Workboot (they are still good if you don't wade through water), they are still comfortable, sturdy and they would still get used (as a workboot). It is getting time to get some new boots, I am going to buy the same "Asolo boots".

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My feet are pancake flat. I normally use arch supports in my shoes. With the stock support in these boots I no longer need seperate arch supports. Ankle suport is superior, and the boots need no breakin period. I bought them and went hiking with no problems.

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This is the third pair I have bought and I wear them almost every day. They hold up to whatever I have thrown at the, and keep me moving on. I will buy another pair when these wear out.

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Did a lot of "Hiking" in the Army,...always had cold sore wet blistered feet. Bought these boots, wore them one day, then went for a hike in the White Mountains,..rainy snowy conditions, steep climbs, crampons. Dry, happy blister-free feet after two days,....I may do so more hiking..... Worth the cost for happy feet,..but always go with what fits you best!

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I have owned four pairs of this boot in ten years because I like it so well, but in three out of the four (last one is still relatively new), the sole flaps off the underbootie too soon. The rest of the boot wears well, but three failures out of three significant tries is unacceptable. I'm trying Zomberlain next.

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Everyday use in the fall and wintertime. Well constructed, nice looking, warm boots.

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I bought my first pair of these 9 years ago (2004). The soles are now flat, but the boots are still in one piece. I put many, many miles on them as well as several seasons of trail work while working for the National Park Service. Before these I could go through two cheaper boots in a summer by comparison. About the only consideration is being GoreTex they can get pretty warm during the summer. That being said, it's a small trade off when carrying heavy loads or hiking over rocky terrain. Wish the price didn't keep going up (almost a third more now than when I bought my first pair) but I will be replacing them with the same none-the-less.

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My days on remote trails are over. My career and my family have absorbed the time I once spent zoning out alone at 10,000 feet. I got these boots as a reminder of those days. I have worn them almost every day for three and a half years. I'm a filmmaker and spend a good amount of time traipsing around the planet, just no longer on hardscrabble. I'd recommend these boots because they are durable, though my right heel is starting to peel. The boots take some time to break in. I remember being sore for a while. But they go, man. No problem in any weather, my feet stay dry. Coat'em in something and they'll repel water fine. Wear a warm sock and you can wear 'em in minus zero weather. I've done it. They are heavy, but I like that. Keeps my legs strong. At this point, I'd grab 'em if the house was burning down. Not for everyone, I can't vouch for 'em in the back country, but they're a keeper if you want something solid on your feet at any other time, all the time.

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I have an unfortunate experience with my Asolo TPS 520 GV, where both boots began to disintegrate immediately on a two-day backpacking trip. In my case it was not the first use, I've worn mine for a couple of years now, but it was still surprising how quickly they disintegrated, putting me in a terrible situation where I had to cancel the rest of my trip. Not sure how to go about getting this information where it is needed. Thanks, Maged

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I purchased these boots in 2001 for a 2 week backpacking trip in New Mexico. Since then I have put upwards of 3500 miles on these boots. I have never broken a lace, delaminated a sole, or torn through the leather. These boots are, hands down, the most durable piece of footwear I have ever bought. Multiple times I have purchased other boots to "replace" my Asolo boots, and every time I have returned to these boots. I do use Superfeet inserts because of my plantar fasciitis. The use of a liner sock and outer sock has prevented almost all blistering of the heel and toes (with the exception of when I attempted to snowshoe in them), which is more than can be said of most other boots I have worn. They are comfortable once broken into, which took about 30-40 miles of use; longer than most. I intend to continue using these boots until the day they fall off my feet; These boots are an investment and your purchase will pay off over time, as they will outlast any other pair you buy.

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Most comfortable boots I've ever owned..

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I have used these boots for 4 years in 4-season hiking. Break-in was easy, although I decided to eliminate the laces in the lowest 3 lugs to get more toe room. I have water-proofed them once a year, and they have kept out water in shallow stream crossings. They are good in cold weather, keeping my feet warm over 2-day winter hikes. They work well with microspikes (see picture), snowshoes, and strap-on crampons. Drawbacks are three. First, the traction has decreased over the years. I think the soles harden and are less effective at gripping rocks. Second, the interior lining has worn significantly, so that I now gingerly insert my foot so as to prevent further damage (see photo). Finally, both soles separated from the boots this fall. Photo shows complete separation, which started in the middle. Eventually, I pulled off the remaining adhered part at the toes and reglued them with slow-curing epoxy, which seems to be holding. Overall, for the price, I think these boots are nice, but I thought that they would hold up better. I continue to use them. If I was to buy new boots, I would choose another kind because I think they should have worn better.