tell us how old they are one more time and how you’re going to get a new pair…. Lol.

$80 at gander mountain!

Hi! I’m currently trying to search for trekking shoes and i’m going to use the shoes for camping and field works in forested areas here in the Philippines (a tropical SE Asian country) such as open-woodland and rainforests. I want shoes that is waterproof and breathable at the same time with excellent traction/grip in slippery areas, preferably midcut for protection during hiking while carrying heavy loads but also light weight since i walk fast haha. I have sweaty feet so its quite an issue. Suggestions about variety of shoes to choose from is highly appreciated. Thank you 🙂

As soon as you fall in love with a shoe, they’ll discontinue it.

Would these be good if you decided to live in the woods 2-5 years. or would i be better with the http://tacticalgear.com/tg-outrider~1

I bought a pair of these recently. Did you replace the factory insoles?

I have been wearing the same ones for about 3 years. mine have the Gortex booties and I love those things. I hike in them as well as work out in them. Bomb proof!

Great shoe. I’ve got a slightly different model (don’t know it’s name). Less netting, only at the tongue. Had them for nearly 3 years now, abused the crap out of them (trail running, hiking, exposure to petrol and diesel, water) and they are still serving me great. They do need abit of a clean but other than that just the standart wear and tear. They did some of the comfort and support they provided when they were brand new, but for the amount of abuse that they went through they are quite good!

Point is, Merrell makes great shoes 🙂

I have the same shoes. They’re great!! Chris Kyle wore the high top version.

Thanks for the review. I just picked up a pair of Ventilators today in Sydney from a Merrell store. I got the “Walnut” (standard) color. I like the Walnut, it was my top choice, but I knew other colors existed. However, I was told at the store that walnut was the only made, LOL. They were on sale for $150 AUD….normally $200 AUD! Everything is more expensive here, and $1 AUD is only about $0.75 USD, so I got them for about $113 USD, not bad. Anxious to take them on a test hike tomorrow. A Ventilator II is coming out soon, probably why I got mine on sale.

I agree. Merrells are the only shoes I wear, and Danner are the only boots I wear.

I bought a pair of Merrells for hiking the sole fell off. So I went to REI and bought a pair of Asolo hiking boots.. Best boots I have ever worn. They were $240 but well worth it when hiking Mountains

I like Merrells,Moabs,Altors,Pulses,all very comfy with the right Superfeet insoles,BUT!BUT!!REMEMBER THE DAYS WHEN SHOES LASTED LONGER THAN 6 MONTHES?Most shoe brands are as disposable as tissue paper,these days,especially if you actually put miles on them,as in daily wearers!

just a suggestion. you did not show or comment on the soles and their durability.

Your first pair still looks pretty good. You can extend the life of the heel by unlacing them every time that you take them off. Great review!

Heh heh, I’ve got size 13 Wide in the Moab Ventilator 2. But then again I’m only 5′-7″ and resemble Bigfoot. 🙂

I immediately liked the padded collar around the ankle. I usually go through at least 2 sometimes 3 sets of laces on the shoes. I normally replace the footbed with something with a higher arch support but the new Moabs have great footbeds right out of the box.

I got these shoes back in 2008 or 2009 the Mid version. I’ve been pleased with everything but two things; 1st, the actual feel/fit of the shoe. Never quite right. 2nd, The Vibram outsoles are slippery as an eels ass on ice and snow. You can never let your attention slip when using these in the winter bc you can slip at any time. Makes it hard to “know” when you’re going to have traction or not. Now looking for new shoes bc for 4 years now they’ve been taking in water in wet/rainy conditions. I know this is not a winter shoe but when new it is both waterproof, sorta warm (down to -12c), and breathable.

I got the Merrell Pulsate about a year ago. I’m 6 feet 6 inches tall and wear size 13 too. 😉 I don’t wear them everyday, but they are tough as nails. http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00D1HNBRS/ref=twister_B00E8AP30A

I have a pair of MOAB Mid’s (low hightop) that I wore daily for several years and still have them. Definitely good shoes that I’ll still slip on just to run up to the store real fast or something. I ended up replacing them with a pair of Salomon full hightop boots for everyday wear, but I’m still a fan of the Merrell’s.

I watched this video three times (not in a row 🙂 ) and I really like it. I was wondering if you had a chance to check out new Moab 2 Ventilators ? If so, what do you think about more stiff leather upper ? In comparison for me first version is much more comfortable.

hello,we are a manufacturer of outdoor shoes,do you have interesting to make review for us after you try our shoes?we can send u for free.

4th pair? Um, that begs the question, how long do they last with heavy use?! May I be so bold as to inquire? My last 5.11 set of hiking boots lasted 8 yrs.

I agree that these are awesome shoes. I prefer the mids but as an all around, do everything shoe they are hard to beat. Another commenter mentioned they were not good for rocks and I agree. They are very hard on your feet if you live in rocky country.

Your shoe size will slowly increase over time as your arch falls. That’s why old people wear tight shoes. They know their shoe size from 20 years ago, and that’s it. Measure your feet!