Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid Gtx Hiking Boots, Uk 7.5 Magnet/black

These are my first ever walking boots and after trying on so many pairs in my local Go Outdoors, I finally opted for these as they were the only boot that was remotely comfortable as I have Mortons neuroma in one foot. Very grippy on even terrain, havent had an issue with waterproofing either and I love how lightweight they are. To me they feel like they have all the benefits of a secure walking boot, whilst feeling light like a trainer. The only thing I would say is to size up!! I'm a size 5 in my normal footwear and a 5.5 in trainers, but I had to size up to a 6.5 in these if I wanted to wear my wool socks. Size 5.5 fit very snug when just wearing thin cotton socks.

I bought these boots a year ago for hiking in Peru and they were great for the climbs involved over those three days. However, they have let me down on the West Highland Way. This was the first time they have been worn in the rain and within 20 minutes, my feet were soaked through the toe. I would expect to need to re-waterproof them after a bit, but not this soon. As well, they are not very forgiving on rocky/cobbled terrain.