Moab 2 Vent Low Review

If you re reading this you probably know that merrell has discontinued the moab ventilator and replaced it with the moab 2.
Moab 2 vent low review. Like i said earlier i hike hundreds of miles with my shoes. Merrell moab 2 ventilator hiking shoes offer ventilation out of the box comfort durable leather supportive footbeds and vibram traction. If you re an avid outdoorsman the merrell moab 2 is essential gear for your next excursion. You won t doubt why moab stands for mother of all boots.
The men s merrell moab ventilator are some of the heaviest hiking shoes we ve reviewed. There s a new moab 2 for everyone including the moab 2 gore tex mid the moab 2 gore tex the moab 2 vent and the moab 2 waterproof. The thick upper is made up of suede leather and mesh with an eva midsole a nylon shank and a vibram tc5 outsole. If low weight is your priority hang tight.
While low performing in metrics such as water resistance and durability which we placed less weight on it did quite well and competed against more popular boots when it came to comfort and weight metrics that received higher weight percentages. For this review we tested the men s version of the moab 2 ventilator low but merrell also makes the shoe in a waterproof model which adds about 2 ounces per pair and costs 25 more. Wear them and see why moab stands for mother of all boots. However they re made to last and you can t skimp out on durability.
The upper is made of leather and mash. The moab 2 ventilator shoe is a fine hiking shoe for short moderate ventures. Since these are geared for moderate hikes it might take some getting used to when you initially hit the trail. Available in wide sizes the moab 2 is a good hiking shoe to try if you want to transition from a hiking boot to trail shoes because they re lighter weight better ventilated and dry faster.
Merrell men s moab 2 vent hiking shoe. For hikers who want added support and protection the line includes a moab 2 mid boot in both non waterproof ventilator 110 and waterproof 135 models. My feet and legs feel good afterwards. Merrell moab 2 ventilator women s hikers offer out of the box comfort durable leather supportive footbeds and vibram traction.
Put them on and you ll know why moab stands for mother of all boots. The merrell moab 2 ventilator mid received mixed scores across our review. The merrell men s moab 2 vent hiking shoe are super comfortable out of the box. It doesn t have a waterproof membrane and therefore is not for encounters with water.
But don t be fooled the moab 2 is a big departure from the moab. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed. I don t get blisters. They are well ventilated with durable leathers a supportive footbed and vibram traction all in a versatile package.