La Sportiva Mens Nucleo High II GTX Hiking Boots

My initial impression of these is they are quite nice. They were definitely more narrow than other boots I've had so the recommendation to go up a size was a good idea. They fit quite good with a medium weight sock on. They would be a bit tight with a heavy sock so take that into account. the look is great and they feel lighter than i was expecting. The sole has a grippy rubberized feel to it, when you walk there is a natural curve to the sole like it's already broken in. Im not sure how they will hold up to sharp rocks on trails but I suspect not as good as a very hard sole boot. For my needs on mostly flat trails it will do fine. Im coming from a very old pair of Keens Oregon PCTs (10+ yrs old). the sole was separating even with boot glue so time to upgrade. These boots are definitely lighter, but the leather also doesn't seem as thick. We'll see how they hold up.

I have hiked around 115 miles in these in past 3 months:1- the goretex sides of the shoes started to tear open but I fixed them by superglue before it opens up too much to be repaired and now they're working fine. U have to take care of ur boots regardless of the brand and the price uve paid specially if ure using them heavily and for purposes they're not built for.2- mines are for narrow feet but I have laced them up from two loops up and now they fit nicely on my relatively wider feet.3- I have used them so many times with lace-up crampons and they fit and seat nicely on my crampons. However They're not meant to be used with crampons or for mountaineering in snow and ice.4- in my experience they are waterproof. If they touch water for example if u walk across a stream or step into a puddle they will do fine even if water is ankle high but if water stays on them for a while for example if snow accumulates on them for a long time they will get wet (again my understanding is that these are not meant for hiking in snow). U can wax them to improve them. all together I count these shoes to be perfectly waterproof.5- after around 115 miles, the soles are in a perfect condition.6- as they have leather in them and as dirt kills the leather, I always (after every single hike) wash the dirt off of them let them air dry and then wax them. this has helped with keeping the leather section fine.7- they are very very very comfortable for log distance backpacking trips.

Delivery was fast and the boots are as advertised. I have only worn them around the house and yard to break them in. Surprisingly they don't seem to need much breaking in. They are very comfortable and the support on my ankles is great. I will put them to a test next week as I will be hiking in the Appalachians with steep inclines, rocky terrain and snow for several days. As of now I can recommend these boots with the final test coming....

I really like these boots. They are sturdy and supportive. I’m on my second pair. The only weakness is the laces. They are terribly weak, and break after a couple of months. You must get thin (2 mil) laces or they will not fit at the bottom. I’ve found that the top two lacing points are almost impossible to use. (La Sportiva uses four — yes four different types of lace attachments on these boots). Brilliant insight: don’t unlace at all. Just loosen the laces until you can get your feet out.

Purchased these boots based on reviews on hiking website. They are very comfortable and seem to be well built. I will post an update in a few months.

Very comfortable, lightweight, waterproof, and look great too! Will definitely buy again when these eventually wear out. 5-STARS in my book!!!

Bought these after suffering a severe twisted ankle on a hike- they are amazingly comfortable right out of the box ! I bought them for hiking but end up wearing them all the time because they’re the most comfortable shoes I own. Would definitely buy again!

This review purely based on not being waterproof; even they are advertised as waterproof. Otherwise they are very comfortable.

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