Top 5 Best Hiking Boots Review (and a hiking shoe) 2021

What's the best hiking boot for you? Trev has a look at his own collection of boots (and hiking shoes) and discusses the pros and cons of his top 5 hiking boots.

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In this video, I look at the boots that I have owned over the years and give a little information on each pair and how I, as fairly novice hiker, have found each boot. Most of my hiking has been on distinct hiking trails or in places such as Dartmoor. I have walked many miles of the South West Coast Path and have ventured up into many mountains too, so I have put these various boots through their paces. I started as a hiking beginner with no real clue what boots I needed, and was mainly purchasing the best budget hiking boots that I could.

My reviews of each boot are really from my experiences only and are rated on price, durability, grip and ankle support, and I discuss the various sole and Gortex technologies that each brand has to offer. I apologise now for the lack of technical expertise in this video. I haven't had much (in fact have had no) experience with crampons or things like that so I cannot help with any questions related to which of my boots would be best for crampons, although at a guess I would probably say the Meindl's.

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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
0:33 What to look for in a hiking boot
1:17 Hi-Tech Altitude Lite Budget Hiking Boots
2:17 Karrimor Jaguar Event Hiking Boots
3:22 Berghaus Hillmaster ll Hiking Boots
4:40 Columbia Conspiracy V Hiking Shoes
6:17 Meindl Bhutan Hiking Boots
7:12 Salomon Ultra 3 Mid GTX Hiking Boots

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[powerswearingfluids]

After 20 minutes of watching different youtubers mumbling about shoes they just like to feel and touch I Finally found a professional review where an actual writer and hiker thoroughly but concisely has pre tested and categorized reasonable products by their main qualities- Thank you

[ronanrogers]

My Meindl Vakuum Ultra have been sensational. They’re incredibly comfortable, and durable (I’ve worn mine virtually everyday for 3 years and they are almost out of outer sole). I’ve worn them in-32c in Russia, and +46c in Australia, and wearing merino socks my feet have never felt hot or cold. I love them.

[adeeo]

Meindl all the way. Have the IslandPRO since 2002!!! The greatest thing about these is, that you can send your shoes to Meindl or to an extern company to exchange the main sole, let them renew all that can be and you can use them again as new, since the leather is such a quality, that it will outlast you. Had my first sole exchanged in 2012 and am planning to do this again in 2022 :)

[Superdaddude]

Cannot say enough about my Meindl boots. Had them many years and wore them out. Great value. For a cheaper alternative the Hi-tech's are good for the price.

[lestaylor]

Have been hiking since the early 60’s and have gone through boots too numerous to mention. Last spring bought a pair of Salomon Quest 4D boots to walk the West Highland Way, and like you Trevor they have been the best boots I have ever used. Not one blister in nearly 700 miles of use and dry feet all the time.

[NazSBG]

Been wearing a pair of Scarpa Vortex GTX walking shoes this year. Absolute gems!

Had the Berghaus Hillmaster 2 for just under 3 years and they were good to begin with. I regularly waxed them. Under 3 years of Dartmoor stomping and they began to leak heavily. And I did roll my ankles in them a lot. But, thankfully no injuries. They are heavy and not treat for long day walks.

[MetMike]

You're right about ankles. The ankle joint is anatomically designed for negogiating uneven ground so wearing a tight ankle boot is defying evolution! Like you I wonder whether you need to be conscious while walking to take care especially when tired. The other aspect is to be really careful when carrying a heavy pack and try and keep it as light as possible to avoid injury. Great videos...

[gerkostuff]

Meindl is my favorite brand. Although they are expensive they last a very long time. And they fit very well if you have wide feet like me.
I think the Meindls you showed are type B hiking boots and are usually heavier in weight than A/B type of boots.
Good review!

[tonyyates]

I love my Meindl boots, most comfortable boots I've had, pricey but worth it.

[MrIliff]

I'm wearing Altberg Kisdon G-Fit boots. Went for these as I knew I needed wide boots and they fit my feet great. They don't squash my little toes at all and they've made me realise how I've been squeezing my feet into my trainers all my life. Ordered online and ordered my usual shoe size. So far they have been really good. I've had them about 2 months now, worn everyday, and I haven't found any faults with them. They are a stiff soled boot but you soon get used to them. They are comfortable to wear and I've only had one small blister on the front of my left foot whilst wearing them in. They're like having 4WD feet. The Vibram sole looks as if it's hard-wearing so should last well. The full rand is good and it comes high over the toe. Lace locks are good to have. Treated with a can of Leder-bok before wearing. Probably going to be overkill for the summer but I'm on the hunt for something else for the warmer seasons. These are on the expensive side but the build quality is solid and these are one of the few boots available to have a Sympatex waterproof lining. Hasn't rained much since I've had these boots though but it has been plenty muddy still with the ground starting to dry out a bit now.

[kevg]

Its really nice to see a review of boots. Something that other channels don't seem to do.

[christopherfranklin]

Have you ever heard of boot polish, wax or saddle soap?

[flashgordon]

Nice selection of boots. Looking forward to a stroll on the moors again when this is all over. You and the family stay safe. Happy trails.

[pushbikeman]

Really good presentation, very interesting!

[JimmyPBrad]

My Salomons have just failed after 4 years of heavy use (loved them, no issues). Wanted a cheaper alternative as they are quite pricey, but from videos like this I'm coming to the conclusion that you get what you pay for!
Great informative video, thanks.

[sassolungo]

I have been wearing my Meindl Bhutan's since at least 2007 and they're still going strong, although I didn't walk for a few years after my husband died. We've walked in Chamonix, Switzerland, Austria and the Dolomites, also in the Lakes, a lot! Wales and Scotland.

Now I've started up again I pulled them out and there is still plenty of wear in them. However, I now find them a bit inflexible and heavy. I'm looking to replace with Salomons.

[inthesPhila]

I'm looking for great grip on cold wet mossy granite around Mt. Washington NH USA. I also pay attention to motorcycle tires and grip is everything for many of us, we don't want the longest life, we don't get fooled by tread patterns or side wall lettering, we realize that 10 year old rubber grip is going south, we realize that the rubber recipe has the biggest effect, not often the "look of the lugs." Slicks for tracks are the top of the grip heap and it's all about rubber compound that hiking boot people don't talk about( yet?). Rock climbing shoes do get into rubber compound information. I'm glad you spoke of grip at 3:09 and 7:42

[michaelnedsmar]

A Great review Trev ! lost count of the endless reviews for Boots, clothing, Hi Fi , even Ecigs where the revenuer walks you round something fresh out of the box .
I'm sure I'm not in the minority here but i want to know what a particular item is like a few months down the line.

[soggz]

Hi Trev.
Great bit of insight.
But…
What about military boots, as a cheaper option?
I’m after a pair of tall, all leather boots, but I really can’t justify the price tag of some of the more well built designs like meindle, Mindel…whatever.
I’ve seen the British Army Altburg and the German Para boots, online. Are they any good?
All the best.
👍🏾🇬🇧⛺️

[BrianParkes]

I'm having palpitations here looking at the state of your leather boots! A great boot to try are the Altberg Warrior's or the issue boot which is almost the same, the Altberg defender. You can pick them up in grade 1 condition on Ebay for £35 and they are the best bit of kit I've ever purchased.