Our verdict
Pleasurable and secure multi-day adventures await those who would give the Ridgeview Mid a fair chance. This offering is Teva’s love letter to those who wish to tame the wild with loaded packs in tow, come rain or shine. While perfect it is not especially on the shoe’s footbed cushioning and lacing system which could still improve, the Ridgeview Mid can get you crushing many miles on your backpacking escapades.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Incredibly grippy
- Reassuring collar
- Same brand only
- Waterproof
- Lacks a heel brake
- Satisfyingly light
Cons
- Lacing issues
- Forgettable footbed
Who should buy the Teva Ridgeview Mid
The Teva Ridgeview Mid is a lightweight, waterproof, and eco-friendly backpacking shoe best recommended for:
- Remarkable ankle support
- lunchtime strolls up the hill or multiday treks on groomed trails or snowy path
Lacks a heel brake
The Ridgeview Mid is imbued with Teva’s own waterproofing tech, giving hikers complete moisture protection in inclement conditions (think snow and heavy rain).
Engineered with a stabilizer, a.k.a. shank, the Ridgeview Mid’s midsole offers enduring protection and cushioning, with enhanced midfoot support to match.
Ridgeview Mid delivers reliable traction
Its Vibram outsole is completely wet-surface ready. The lugs built on it also have more depth to them, delivering additional traction over muddy or grainy soil.
Compared with most backpacking boots, the Ridgeview Mid is lighter (by approximately 100 grams) and less expensive (by around $50).
Fences out moisture
While its Vibram outsole is fully capable of giving you surefootedness on various surfaces, it lacks a heel brake, which provides extra stopping power on descents.
The Ridgeview Mid does not come with a gusseted tongue, making the boot’s waterproofing unreliable in waters going beyond 3 inches in depth.
Made from eco-friendly materials to help the environment
The shoe’s upper is made roughly of 75% recycled polyester. This was certified by an independent Leather Working Group, whose advocacy and mission is to promote sustainable and environment-friendly business practices within the leather industry
Every piece of leather found in this backpacking boot is sourced from tanneries certified by said Group. For instance, the waffle knit lining of the shoe is 100% made from recycled polyester.
Same brand only
To an experienced hiker, the boot’s uppermost lace tunnels make fit adjustments rather tricky. When it comes to the shoe’s footbed, says one owner, it could use a bit more cushioning.
But as far as backpacking boots are concerned, this Teva piece is satisfyingly light. Numerous hikers also find the Teva Ridgeview Mid either “most” or “totally” comfortable.
Effective waterproofing
The effective waterproofing of the Ridgeview Mid is lauded by reviewers thanks to its leather and waterproof membrane booties.
The shoe fences out moisture like a champ, wearers say. It protects the feet against heavy weather conditions, keeping them comfortable and dry.
Teva Ridgeview Mid provides ankle support and grip
The Teva Ridgeview Mid comes with a reassuring collar. Trail-goers are impressed with the shoe’s remarkable ankle support and grippy outsole.
Lacks a heel brake Ridgeview Low instead. Make no mistake—this hiker is by no means a downgrade. It is as capable a backpacking piece as its mid-cut older sibling!
