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Outdoorsy individuals may appreciate this Merrell winter boot for providing a comfortable and warm experience in cold weather. It provides water protection and arch support are also qualities buyers value.

Pros

  • Remarkably comfy
  • Sufficiently warm
  • Waterproof
  • Excellent arch support
  • Excellent grip
  • Durable

Cons

  • Long laces
  • Wide toe box
  • Stiff ankle stiff

Who should buy the Excellent traction on dry, wet, and icy surfaces

The Excellent traction on dry, wet, and icy surfaces’s list of strengths may be enough to entice buyers into taking this pair outdoors. It is a solid option if you:

  • Prefer a hiking boot that allows users to explore cold environments with ample comfort and warmth.
  • Prefer a hiking boot that renders both waterproofness and insulation.
  • Prefer a hiking boot that has the technology that lessens shoe odor and keeps the foot fresh.

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  • The Thermo Snowdrift Mid Shell Waterproof is a Merrell offering built for hikers who wish to explore cold environments with ample comfort and warmth. Its leather upper is lined with an M Select Dry laminate and 200g of M Select Warm to render both waterproofness and insulation. Moreover, it is furnished with M Select Fresh technology to lessen shoe odor and keep the foot fresh.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts are tackling uneven trails with sufficient stability, thanks to its compression molded ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) midsole. It comes with an M Select Grip outsole which gives traction on slippery and snowy surfaces.

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Size and fit

The Excellent traction on dry, wet, and icy surfaces is a mid-top winter hiking boot that fits both male and female outdoor lovers. It features a traditional lacing system, which allows wearers to get a secure and personalized fit.

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Excellent traction on dry, wet, and icy surfaces

This Merrell hiking boot for winter adventures comes with the brand’s patented M Select Grip outsole. It uses a pattern of widely-spaced 5mm lugs that produces traction on dry, wet, and icy surfaces. 

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Provides protection from accidental knocks

The design of its profile is also crafted which sheds dirt and debris to optimize grip. The sole’s front tip covers a portion of the forefoot area that provides protection from accidental knocks.

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Shock-absorbing cushioning

The Excellent traction on dry, wet, and icy surfaces for men and women sports a compression-molded EVA midsole that delivers a cushioned and stabilized ride. It also reduces shock while giving rebound. A molded nylon shank is integrated into the midsole’s design which makes the boot rigid and resistant to contorting.

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Excellent arch support

This winter hiking boot uses a proprietary Merrell Kinetic Fit Base contoured insole that renders arch support and underfoot comfort. It also incorporates a layer of heat-reflecting material that retains warmth in low temperatures.

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Waterproof

The Excellent traction on dry, wet, and icy surfaces is equipped with a leather upper lined with an M Select Dry membrane. This feature helps prevent water intrusions while maintaining breathability.

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Provides insulation and protection from trail hazards

It also contains 200g of M Select Warm that renders insulation in cold conditions. Moreover, a rand wraps around the upper’s base for added protection from trail hazards.

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Prefer a hiking boot that has the technology that lessens shoe odor and keeps the foot fresh

This Merrell outdoor boot employs a series of fabric loops and metal hooks that help the wearer adjust its fit. A bellows tongue is incorporated into the upper that keeps debris from getting in. The collar houses a pull tab at the back for easy on and off.

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