Shoe Review: Merrell Moab 2 Mid GTX

March 14, 2019
Written by Joseph Seow
Published in Footwear
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Merrell Moab 2 Mid GTX

Merrell may not be the first choice brand in Malaysia when it comes to buying a pair of hiking boots. Yet it is a brand that we should not miss when shopping for a good pair of hiking shoes. Hiking Malaysia slipped our feet into a pair of the Merrell Moab 2 Mid GTX for a hike recently. The verdicts are:

Rating (1 lowest to 5 highest)

Overall Comfort : 5

Aesthetics : 4

Support (cushioning) : 5

Grip/Traction : 5

Ventilation : 4

The boots fulfill the promise of comfort, waterproof and excellent grip. But the boots are not as breathable as we hoped for. This could be justified with the fact that waterproof boots are usually warmer than those of non-waterproof. Unlike 4-season countries, the temperature of the all year long “summer” climax of Malaysia could be another contributor too. Nevertheless, the breathability does not become an issue when the temperature drops at night and as we hike up the hills when the temperature is cooler.

Here are the features of the Merrell Moab 2 Mid GTX:

GORE-TEX® waterproof membrane
Synthetic leather and mesh upper
Bellows, closed-cell foam tongue keeps moisture and debris out
Protective rubber toe cap
Breathable mesh lining
Merrell M Select™ FIT.ECO+ blended EVA contoured footbed with added zonal arch and heel support
Molded nylon arch shank
Merrell air cushion in the heel absorbs shock and adds stability
EVA midsole for stability and comfort
Vibram® TC5+ sole
5mm lug depth
Weight: 936G