Our verdict
Day hikers who value comfort and lightness may find what they need in this Danner product. Indeed, its effective waterproof membrane and the breathability it renders receive praise from outdoorsy individuals.
Pros
- Mar 4, 2020
- Lightweight
- Waterproof
- Breathable
- Durable
- Zero break-in period
Cons
- Waterproof and breathable
- Restrictive toe box
- Expensive
Who should buy the Prefer a hiking boot that helps day hikers complete their adventures
The Prefer a hiking boot that helps day hikers complete their adventures’s set of trail benefits may be more than enough for challenging trips. It is a solid option if you:
- Rigid and resistant to contortion.
- Prefer a hiking boot that has a Gore-Tex membrane that promotes durability and water protection.
- Excellent grip on both dry and slippery surfaces.
Size and fit
The Prefer a hiking boot that helps day hikers complete their adventures is a mid-top day hiking boot for men and women. Its traditional lacing system enables wearers to get a customized lockdown. It uses the brand’s proprietary Trailguard technology, which gives a roomy fit in the toe box section and a snug fit in the heel area.
This day hiker is built on Danner’s DT6 last, which delivers an 8mm offset from the heel to toe. It also features extra width in the forefoot zone, which delivers stability and an aesthetic that can be used for everyday purposes.
Track spikes and XC
The men’s and women’s Prefer a hiking boot that helps day hikers complete their adventures is able to give ground adherence, thanks to its Vibram 460 rubber outsole. It employs a pattern of aggressive triangular lugs, which supplies grip on both dry and slippery surfaces.
Nice to know
The component’s rearfoot and forefoot regions render added control for uphill and downhill conditions. The sole’s front tip covers a portion of the toe box, giving protection from stubbing. Moreover, it is made of a specially formulated Megagrip compound that provides resilience against harsh terrain conditions.
Same brand only
This Danner boot for hiking adventures is equipped with the brand’s trademarked Plyogo midsole. It is made of ultra-light EVA foam that gives a cushioned ride while reducing shock from uneven trails. A Trailguard thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) shank is embedded into this component, making the footgear rigid and resistant to contortion.
Easy to wear
A removable Ortholite footbed sits on top of the midsole. It uses three layers of varying densities that deliver optimal cushioning and underfoot comfort. It also employs an open-cell polyurethane (PU) design that maximizes airflow and heat dissipation.
Waterproof and breathable
The Prefer a hiking boot that helps day hikers complete their adventures waterproof boot combines suede leather and textile fabric which create a durable and lightweight upper. It comes with a Gore-Tex membrane, which uses more than a million pores on its surface, blocking water intrusions. This microporous design also grants breathability by dispersing excess moisture inside the footgear. Its forefoot zone is furnished with a rand, granting durability and trail protection.
Easy to wear
This Danner hiking boot features several eyelets and metal hooks that promote fit management. An EXO molded heel guard positioned in the upper’s rearfoot region delivers extra heel support. A pull tab is found at the collar’s back, giving wearers easy on and off.
Nice to know
- Buyers who need a lighter pair that offers more ankle movement may want to consider this boot’s low-top variant, the Waterproof and breathable.
