Our verdict
Merrell Ontario's prime feature is its provision of comfort which earned the favor of people who bought it. The brand’s engineers were also successful in maintaining its weight low without compromising its ability to fulfill different functions. Nevertheless, a reported drawback indicated that it has an unaccommodating fit.
Pros
- Excellent sticking power
- Versatile design
- Lightweight
- Long-wearing
Cons
- Too narrow
- Expensive
Nov 22, 2018
Those who are seeking a new pair of hiking shoes may be enticed to check what Merrell Ontario has to offer. It is a solid option if you:
- Prefer a hiking shoe that provides a simplistic yet functional solution to the challenges faced by hikers on the trail.
- Add a product.
- Look for a hiker that provides adequate security over moderately rough terrain.
Excellent sticking power
Users are able to adhere to most types of outdoor surfaces thanks to Ontario’s Vibram Megagrip outsole. It comes with triangular lugs (at 3 mm deep) that improve its sticking power.
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It has zigzag grooves at the heel and forefoot that give hikers additional ascent and descent control. Besides surface traction, this grippy component also provides bump protection with its sturdy front tip.
Comfortable and protective cushioning
With the Merrell Ontario’s compression-molded EVA midsole, hikers get to have a steady footing over uneven terrain with ample cushioning and protection. A brand-owned tech called Merrell Air Cushion is built at its heel that provides users enhanced shock mitigation on ground contact. This additional element also elevates the midsole’s stabilizing ability.
Flexible and supportive
Joining the shoe’s midsole in providing underfoot comfort is the proprietary Kinetic Fit Base footbed. This removable insole also adds a flexible kind of support to the shoe’s utility.
Breathable
This hiker protects the foot from most terrain hazards in its full-grain leather upper. Its cushy interior is lined with breathable mesh.
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The shoe's bellows tongue prevents debris from entering inside. It has an overlay cupping its heel for extra support.
Excellent sticking power
The footwear’s front closure is made up of metallic eyelets and synthetic lace. The topmost eyelets have an open design for quicker configurations.
