Danner Men's Mountain Light II Outdoor Boot,Brown,11 EE US
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Customer Review
An evolved classic
Danners Mountain Light II is a hiking boot with a very long heritage, going back to 1957. Before then, hikers pretty much used work boots or very expensive European mountain climbing boots.The Mountain Light II is constructed using what is often called the "stitchdown" method, otherwise known as Norwegian Welt. The upper leather flares out where it meets the midsole and the two parts are joined by stitching which is visible around the outside edge of the boot. This method has a couple of advantages: it makes the sole of the boot slightly wider than the uppers, which gives a broad base for stability. When the sole eventually wears out, it is easily replaced. Disadvantages are that boots constructed this way can be heavier than boots in which the soles are cemented on.Uppers are constructed of one piece of leather, with a vertical seam at the Achilles tendon, covered by a reinforcing heel counter. The tongue is interesting in that it is covered by a leather...
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13 years later
These were a gift for my husband. He had his last pair of Danner boots for 13 years, and wore them daily through harsh winters, hiking trips, all over Europe, had them resoled at least two times. Finally, this year, he was ready for a new pair. He insisted on getting exactly the same kind, and even waited several months after Christmas, for his size to come in. He is thrilled with his new pair, and hasn't even needed a breaking-in period. These are high quality, waterproof boots--built to last!
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Product Description
Durability defined! Top-notch Danner Elite Series Mountain Light II. Perhaps the perfect hiking boot for those who celebrate the traditional strength and reliability of Danner stitch-down construction. Nothing complicated, really. It's comfortable. It gives good traction. And it gets you there standing tall. Here's more: Waterproof, full grain leather upper; Durable stitch-down construction provides greater stability; Swiss-fold gusset locks out debris; GORE-TEX waterproof / breathable liner for unbeatable wetness protection; Uninsulated for cool, breathable comfort; Cambrelle moisture-wicking lining; Airthotic footbed provides added support, reduces fatigue and cushions your step for all-day comfort; Rubber / polyurethane midsole with cushioned insole board; Fiberglass shank; Vibram 148 Kletterlift outsole provides a reliable combination of traction and stability; Last: 650. Each stands approx. 5" h., weighs approx. 33 ozs. Made in USA. If you want the best, buy Danner! State Width: medium or wide; and Size. Order ONLINE Today! AVAILABLE SEPARATELY: Same Shoes for Women - word search in our Store for 'Danner Shoes'. Men's Danner Elite Series Mountain Light II, Brown Top to learn more
Great long trip hiking boot.
This review is for those who need a wider, medium duty hiking boot. I wear 9 4E in sneakers. At 9 2E, and with thick socks these Danner Mountain Light II boots are very comfortable. My experience with Goodyear welt and Vibram soled leather boots includes super stiff Vasque and Alico Summits. I am (or was) a heavy pack hiker needing excellent support only stiff boots like this can provide. The Vasques and Alicos are wonderful for heavy pack hiking in mountainous terrain. But in my old age, these Danner Mountain Lights are better since I can no longer carry a pack. The Danners are lighter. They are more flexible and they are not padded or insulated. The GoreTex lining is effective. During several hikes, my feet stayed reasonably cool. Leather quality is excellent. They come supplied with some odd but very comfortable hard plastic orthotics. I did not think these would work but they are great.As to stiffness, these boots cannot compare to the Vasques or Alicos...
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