Asolo Fugitive GTX MM

I am 50 years old. My boots go to work (commercial electrician) and they go hunting in the NW Cascades - hiking ridges, not standing still. I was a Danner man into my late thirties (then they dropped/changed models), trued some Merrels and Keens to get by until I moved on to Salomon (Quest 4D2 GTX) for years -and then they changed too much. Now I have these Fugitive something or others. They seem like a quality boot: good tread, metal eyes/hooks, and i like the uppers BUT they are the stiffest most uncomfortable insole I have ever worn. Never in my life have I needed inserts - 2 pairs of socks has always been my SOP but not these. I understand that sometimes boots need broken in and I didn't give these a fair shake, but I was only wearing them around camp to do just that - and I couldn't stand it. Spent all week in sandals or my last pair of Salomons :( Again, they seem to be fantastic otherwise - but that's a pretty significant issue for me. My only other minor complaint is that the metal hooks are kind of sharp. I forsee them scratching and gouging finished surfaces if/when I start wearing them to work and possibly damaging my laces over time. A little bit of rounding and something softer inside would go a long ways. I'm not trashing the product, just making my notes.

Very happy with this purchase. Boots are great. I climbed Mt Elbert and besides some dirt, they still look like brand new. I recommend wearing them locally little bit to get used to and break out, so you don't have to deal with new shoe blister situation while hiking long distance.

I’ve put 200+ miles on them in difficult terrain, rocks, mud, dirt, and they hold up brilliantly. Took 3-4 hikes to properly break in, but are super comfortable now. Highly recommend them.

I’m on multiple Search & Rescue teams throughout my state, and abroad. This, is the PERFECT boot. Hiking, backpacking, SAR, etc etc = I’ve owned every brand out there; these are hands down the best overall performers for my line of work. Third set I’ve owned over the years.

Thank you