Review Abstract
Ouch!!! Is what several reviewers said about the Vasque Skywalk. These boots are hard to break in, but after you do they are nice and stiff. Once the discomfort has ceased the praises start and reviewers admit "these boots are awesome." The great support, good traction, terrific performance, and nice fit make the Skywalker add up to a most outstanding product. One reviewer expressed his joy by exclaiming "these are the best boots I have ever owned," and they "get better with age." These do the job of a heavier, more expensive boot. After pounding miles of trails they still look great. A couple of reviewers were frustrated because the boots didn't "breath well," and this occassionally can make the feet sweat. Another found the Gore-Tex failing after about a year. The terric performance has most owners saying, they "wouldn't trade them for anything." |
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January 11, 2008 Overall Rating
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Reviewed by: Bristol(Unregistered User)
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Day Hiker
Price Paid:
$45.00
at B-Jays's Summary:
I only wear Vasque Skywalks. I have been wearing them for 20 years. My first pair was $161 at Tent&Trails in Manhattan. Once I found out that they were being made in China, I went out & bought all of the Italian versions I could find in my size. Worked out well because I got them for $45/$50 apiece. Customer Service:
Great Similar Products Used:
Asolo, Dolemite.
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January 11, 2008 Overall Rating
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Reviewed by: Orey(Unregistered User)
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Backpacker
Price Paid:
$80.00
at I forgot again Summary:
Excellent shoe AFTER you break them in to use. Stiff shank that lasts. My brother stole mine while I was away and it was a tragic loss.
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January 17, 2005 Overall Rating
5 of 5
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5 of 5
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Reviewed by: zacharymckay
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Backpacker
Price Paid:
$110.00
at Adventure Sports Summary:
I LOVE THESE BOOTS. They are the greatest foot wear. I bought them in 1994 and still wear them (2005). I just bought Asolo boots to replace them but I still wear my Vasques when I don't want to dirty the others.
All the tread eventually wore off and the GoreTex gave way. I attribute this to just wearing them for a good long time. I got more than my money's worth.
The heavy mud at work finally caused the seams to bust to I ocasionally get twigs stuck in the side of the boots.
Even after all that they are still confortable and very durable for heavy use.
I never once got a blister even when I was breaking them in, I don't remember how long it took but they did come pretty stiff. Customer Service:
Never had to use it Similar Products Used:
Had some Nike crap that only lasted one week long trip over Mount Whitney. Maybe not even the whole trip
Asolo FSN 95 (A little too pretty to be work boots).
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November 7, 2004 Overall Rating
5 of 5
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Reviewed by: tonyking
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Backpacker
Price Paid:
$175.00
at local store Summary:
If you like cushy boots then this is not the boot for you. The skywalk soles are great for lightweight loads, say under 35 lbs. and are light on the feet.
Your feet are going to sweat in any GoreTex boot when walking in warm weather so use liner/wool socks to minimize moisture build-up. Not all liner socks are the same and you should try every different brand and material that you can. It does make a big difference in working with your feet and is worth the effort. The lining dries quickly and they have a d-ring lacing system so they come off easy when stopped for a rest or view to let the feet dry out in blazing heat.
I like thinner soles that keep the foot closer to the rock for a better feel and the Skywalk soles might be considered agile and surefooted. The grip is great all round and sheds mud easily. They work well on rock on and off trail, and on Mountain approaches and easy ascents. The heel is built to grab which is a relief on the downhill. On hard flat trails the feet do take a pounding, since they are not padded with thick soles. So these are better suited to rocky, mountainous terrain and are great to move with off-trail. After all, they are Italian-made boots. Customer Service:
These boots are 15 years old and are no longer waterproof, as would be expected. the soles and leather held up great. Did not need to deal with service. Again, they're Italian boots. Now they make boots in China as well, but that's another topic. Similar Products Used:
Merrill, Technica, One-Sport
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October 3, 2002 Overall Rating
4 of 5
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Reviewed by: big man(Unregistered User)
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Day Hiker
, from albany ny
Price Paid:
$130.00
at ny gear Summary:
i love these boots except for the price,but overall they're comfortable.Ever since i've worn them i haven't bought any other boot since! Similar Products Used:
only skywalk!
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