Georgia Boot Eagle Trail Women's 5" Waterproof Brown Hiker, Brown, Size 11(W)

I like these hikers a lot. I wore Vasque hikers for decades but their newer boots are too wide for my feet. I have other Georgia work boots which I love so I thought I'd try their hikers. I really like them. I hike 6-10 mi over varied terrain, a few times a month. So far, these boots have provided good traction & support up/down hills with rocks. They have proven waterproof in heavy dew. Comfortable footbed, ample toe box, boot tongue has enough give with foot flexion. I wear 8M and midweight hiking socks. See how they hold up this winter, but so far, I am impressed.

Maybe the only hiking boot ive ever owned that was comfortable out of the box! I did 5 miles of wet, uneven terrain on day 1. I have hypermobile ankles and knees and lower back issues and these felt awesome the whole time. Arch support is minimal, but that is very easily rectified with insoles. Frankly, I prefer a boot with room for an added insole regardless as built in robust arch support doesnt tend to last the life of the boot anyway. I am very, very happy I decided to give these a try. Ive worn vasque boots for the last 15 years, and have been disappointed with the quality in more recent years. Im hoping these will be my new go-to hiker.