SalomonWomen’s Quest Element Gore-Tex, Waterproof Neutral Leather Hiking Boots

Got these on sale, what a deal! They are super good quality. I can’t push my thumbs into the sole of the shoe (which is a problem when you can do this, and it happens with a lot of hiking boots, when you’re going on Granite rocks). They are super supportive on the ankle-to prevent rolling-making them safe for being way out in the wilderness. They are very waterproof. Great boots!

excellent product

I have problems with my ankles ( always rolling and tearing them ). I have to wear a brace to do everything . I own a pair of low ankle Salomon’s and love them but wanted to see if something high ankle would help .When they arrived and I opened the box I thought “ oh no they sent me men’s size !” They looked huge ! But I looked an indeed they were women’s size. So I tried them on and laced them up and immediately could tell they would be supportive. Went hiking ( I’d say I’m intermediated ) and got lost lol and ended up doing 6.5 miles in my new boots. My feet were not sore at all and no blisters ! I’ve been caught in storms , mud and walked through creeks not one drop of water on my socks. I’m sold and so glad I bought these and so far haven’t even come close to rolling my ankle :)

These boots are great. They are heavy, so be advised. The ankle supports are very stiff, almost like wearing ice skates. I keep the ankle part unlaced to avoid excessive bruising. Watch out when tying bows int eh laces, because they can get caught on the eyelet hooks and trip you. I learned that the hard way. For waterproofness, walking through water is fine until you get to the ankle. Once water gets in the boot from the top, it's staying in there. I had to dump out my boot after stepping into a river crossing on accident, and I had to stuff towels in the boot to fully dry it. On another hike, they lasted 4 hours of steady Washington downpour before they became waterlogged. Overall, I'm pleased with these boots and they're holding up great after 5 long, wet hikes.

I wore these on a trip to Nevada, Utah, and Arizona, and they provided excellent support and grip for hiking and rock scrambling. My feet feel great after 4 days of exploring.

Solomon is an excellent brand for hiking boots. This brand is the only brand I can put on and immediately feels comfortable on my feet with no breaking in period. I got a great deal on this boot for a half size bigger boot because they had been tried on, ($113.00 vs $180.00). They came brand new but really were too big so I was going to send them back and pay the higher price. When I went back to do that transaction, the normal price had jumped from $180.00 to $290.00 in a matter of one week. Makes me question the integrity of that seller!! I’m purchasing a pair of Keen’s. I have several Solomon’s and can wait for the price to drop next year.

Buy it a a month or two before you need it. Very comfortable.

I rate these a 0 star due to the sole being slick on wet surface. They are described as all terrain hiking boots…. They are not! They are super comfortable. Light weight but very dangerously slick soled on wet surface. I fell and injured my back because of them!!!!!! I dont have the box to send them back or I would return them.