Of course, waterproofing is only as good as the weakest component and this is the Primeknit. Water drops to bead up perfectly on the surface and I was able to stand in shallow water without any leakage. This section of the shoe repels water beautifully.
The main body of the upper is constructed from ripstop fabric with a waterproof Gore-Tex membrane. At 14.8oz/420g, this puts it very much in the lightweight category of hiking boots ( mid-cut hiking boots have an average weight of 19.5oz/553g).
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The Terrex Free Hiker GTX feels light on the foot, almost akin to a trail running shoe. The Terrex Free Hiker GTX is extremely lightweight It can be tricky to strike a balance between adequate foot lockdown and comfort whilst avoiding lace bites- more on this later. It is, however, worth taking a little time to experiment with the lacing. The Primeknit section of the upper is stretchy enough to prevent any hot spots and functions well without any wearing in period. The Terrex Free Hiker GTX is comfortable straight out of the box. The 10mm heel-to-toe drop works well and most walkers will welcome this when covering longer distances or carrying a loaded pack. The Boost midsole is exceptionally comfortable and protective underfoot, even if there isn’t much ground feel. the Mizuno Wave Neo, the effectiveness relates to the tension within the knit. Like many knit constructed bootie uppers, e.g. While this conforms comfortably around the foot, it lacks the security and ankle support of a traditional hiking boot. The Primeknit section of the upper provides a bootie or sock-like fit.
On gnarlier terrain, the bounce can be unsettling and feels wobbly and undependable. It performs best on flatter, predictable surfaces like man-made trails and gravel paths. The signature rebound from the Boost midsole can be both a blessing and a curse. By itself, this much Boost risks, becoming too bouncy and difficult to control. The Adidas Terrex Free Hiker GTX has a generous 33mm of Boost at the heel and 22mm of midsole at the forefoot. The Terrex Free Hiker GTX’s lightweight build lends itself best to faster paces over shorter distances on less technical terrain. I also used the Terrex Free Hiker on my daily commute, a 5km walk on city pavements. These walks ranged from short ambles with the family up to 6-7 hour hikes. I tested the Terrex Free Hiker GTX on some very wet days covering forest trails, riverbanks, loose slate scree slopes, and mountain paths. The boot is reasonably wide especially through to the toebox which is broad and high with plenty of space.īest for faster paces on less technical surfaces Like all Adidas footwear, the sizing of the Terrex Free Hiker GTX runs a little larger than other brands.
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