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#5 on this list
Fugitive GTX
Asolo
The best-balanced all-round backpacking boot: supportive but still walkable straight off the shelf.
- Price
- $255 MSRP
- Reader rating
- No reader votes yet
- How we assessed it
- Specification researched
#6 on this list
Zodiac Plus GTX
Scarpa
Approach-boot precision with backpacking support. The pick for rocky, technical routes.
- Price
- $255 MSRP
- Reader rating
- No reader votes yet
- How we assessed it
- Specification researched
Specs side by side
| Spec | Fugitive GTX | Zodiac Plus GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Weight (pair) | 2 lbs 15 oz (men's 9) | Approx. 2 lbs 10 oz (men's 9) |
| Upper | Water-resistant suede, high-tenacity nylon | — |
| Waterproofing | Gore-Tex Performance Comfort | GORE-TEX |
| Midsole | Dual-density Asoflex, PU | — |
| Outsole | Asolo Sync (Vibram rubber) | Vibram Drumlin |
| Origin | Made in Europe | — |
| Upper Material | — | Perwanger Suede |
| Ankle Support | — | Mid-cut |
| Intended Use | — | Technical Hiking, Scrambling |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Fugitive GTX
- Excellent ankle support and stability for uneven terrain
- Comfortable fit and minimal break-in time
- Dependable waterproof protection from Gore-Tex lining
- Impressive traction on varied surfaces (Vibram outsole)
- Robust construction ensures long-term durability
- Can run warm in hot climates due to Gore-Tex
- Not the lightest option for fast-and-light hikers
- Upper materials require occasional cleaning for longevity
Zodiac Plus GTX
- Exceptional precision and grip on technical rock
- Robust construction with full rubber rand for durability
- Excellent ankle support and torsional stability
- Reliable GORE-TEX waterproofing for wet conditions
- Vibram outsole with dedicated climbing zone
- Stiff feel on flat or less technical trails
- Requires a break-in period
- Less cushioning than some dedicated hiking boots
- Price point is on the higher end
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