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Product Specifications
BrandHi-Tec
StyleCasual
Colour*
FasteningLace Up
OuterWaterproof full-grain leather
InnerManmade
SoleSynthetic Rubber
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
Established in 1978, Hi-Tec Sports USA pioneered the original lightweight hiking boot. Today, Hi-Tec continues to design and develop authentic outdoor footwear meticulously dedicated to comfort and quality. Hi-Tec Sports distributes in more than 70 countries, forming a global footwear enterprise and selling over 10 million pairs of footwear annually.
Product Description
These lightweight hiking boots feature a waterproof upper with ion-mask hydrophobic technology, V-Lite metal hardware lacing, a Comfort-Tec contoured sockliner, a Stabila-Flex contoured thermo-plastic bi-fit board, a CMEVA midsole for cushioning and support, and an exclusive Vibram rubber outsole.
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
My last pair of boots were some reasonably expensive Lafuma gortexy boots, which I loved and abused. They weren't particulary waterproof but very comfortable. But, they finally gave up a few weeks ago in the peak district, so I need a new pair of boots quickly for another adventure last weekend. Browsing the net these looked to be the best value, and well rated in forums. So I took a chance.
These boots are great. I've been very impressed with the grippy soles, and the weather of Scotland didn't get in at all. After showing the insoles who's boss they were really comfortable and my feet felt great after a heavy going 6hr hike in the Highlands. And with a pot of boot wax handy they should last a while too.
An absolute bargin and highly recommended.
I think the only slight downside is the ankle support, which could be a bit lacking for some people. I found it was enough, but for others it might be a bit low. You could call it a high-mid boot I think.
These boots are great. I've been very impressed with the grippy soles, and the weather of Scotland didn't get in at all. After showing the insoles who's boss they were really comfortable and my feet felt great after a heavy going 6hr hike in the Highlands. And with a pot of boot wax handy they should last a while too.
An absolute bargin and highly recommended.
I think the only slight downside is the ankle support, which could be a bit lacking for some people. I found it was enough, but for others it might be a bit low. You could call it a high-mid boot I think.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Out yesterday in the wet grass, waterlogged tracks and sodden boggy peat. The ground couldn't have been wetter! No sign of any water ingress - might as well have been wearing wellies. No sign of sweaty feet either. I've added a felt insole (under the original) for extra comfort and generally use standard gaiters or over-trousers. I took them out in similar wet conditions about a month ago and didn't have to clean, polish or proof them before going out yesterday. A comfortable fitting boot, I would recommend them for someone wanting a medium weight boot for all year round use. Though, if you want a boot with even a stiffish shank, look elsewhere.
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Have had these boots for three months thrown everything at them and no leaking. There apparently was a problem in the past with the tongues leaking because they were part fabric but my boots have all leather tongues. The ion mask waterproofing is strange because the outside leather wets quickly but even in the wet all day there is no water penetration. I have just taken the laces out and wiped the boots down with a soapy sponge as Hi Tec recommend and no leather treatment at all. The boots have come up like new.
Update October 2011
Have used the boots sporadically since my original review in January. Suddenly in August they started leaking. There is no obvious place they leak it just seems the leather at the front of the shoe becomes waterlogged and allows water through. Ion Mask water barrier seems to last for a while but then just fails. I will try some traditional walking boot treatment such as Zamberlan hydroblock but these boots have had a vacuum treatment of silicon I doubt that will be effective.....Sorry Hi-Tec.
Update October 2011
Have used the boots sporadically since my original review in January. Suddenly in August they started leaking. There is no obvious place they leak it just seems the leather at the front of the shoe becomes waterlogged and allows water through. Ion Mask water barrier seems to last for a while but then just fails. I will try some traditional walking boot treatment such as Zamberlan hydroblock but these boots have had a vacuum treatment of silicon I doubt that will be effective.....Sorry Hi-Tec.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Exceeded my expectations
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I have visions of many things.
Love's happiness is just an illusion,
Filled with sadness and confusion. Read more
Published 24 days ago by Columbo
a good boot
arived quickly and in A1 condition,
just back from camping trip and ridgeway walk,
these boots are good and lightwaght however they do make your feet sweat,
i guess... Read more
just back from camping trip and ridgeway walk,
these boots are good and lightwaght however they do make your feet sweat,
i guess... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Richard from Buckinghamshire
Excellent, and finally no blisters
Very nice looking boot, and the ion mask technology works wonders. I went on a 60km walk with these over the weekend and had no problems at all. Very comfortable. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rob
Great Boots
These were bought in haste, as my previous 'long-lived' boots disintegrated suddenly and I had a walking weekend planned. I bought size 9 (normally UK 8. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Hoppy37
Great product
What a fantastic light weight and very comfortable walking boot.
This is my second pair and I must say I got them at a fantastic price from Amazon. Read more
This is my second pair and I must say I got them at a fantastic price from Amazon. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Frankster
Light, warm, waterproof and comfortable
I bought these boots a year ago and have now done the Yorkshire 3 peaks, Snowdon and Kilimanjaro wearing them. Read more
Published 3 months ago by A. SHAH
Walked Miles and Miles
I brought these boots to climb mount Kilimanjaro, these were amazing, extremely comfortable, rugged, waterproof, just the business, 5 star product Hi-Tec Men's Vlite Altitude... Read more
Published 4 months ago by The climber
bargain
i am very happy with the boots they are very comfortable and water proof and suit me every week end on my long walks through muddy filds streams and pathways
Published 4 months ago by jemcgt
quick service
arrived promptly,great fit just like my existing ones but unfortuneately can not be used straight out of box,they will need to be broken in very slowly
Published 4 months ago by tony
fatally flawed ...... for me..... so far
i have owned these for 5 months now and 1 boot has so far failed to wear in. at first i they both dug in where the boot bends at the base of the toe; that now is almost ok. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dilip Paranjpe
