Hi-Tec V-Lite Altitude Ultra SKU: #7447609

Pauline N

from MD

My size 11s were stolen while on their way to the US. They had been wonderful on a four-day hike in the Okavango Delta, easily coping with the rising water, and needed no breaking in. I bought half a size up this time to protect my toes on downhill hikes.

Chris K

from Vermont

Buyer Beware. I have owned Hi-Tec boots in the past and always felt that they were OK for the money. I made the mistake this time of buying these higher end Hi-tecs hoping they would hold up a little longer and have better waterproofing. This time these boots were definitely not worth the extra $$. I haven’t even owned them for 7 months yet and here I am back on Zappos looking for a new pair of boots. Within three months, the soles separated from the boots both on the heel and on the toes. I glued the soles back on to try to get a little more life out of them, but as soon as the soles had separated these boots were as water proof as a sponge. Better off buying the cheaper version or another brand altogether.

Anonymous

from Mt. Washington, KY

I was looking for a good comfortable waterproof boot for everyday wear, working in the yard and a hike every now and then. Had a pair of Rockports previously and apparently they don't make the same style any longer. Bummer, they were great, lasted forever. These Hi-Tec boots seem to be made well, true to size, and fairly comfortable (after a few days of wear). I've had this pair for about a month now and am pleased with them so far.

Rick M

After trying multiple high price hiking boots, I ended up back with Hi-Tec. This is my second pair of Hi-Tec boots. I hike 4000 foot mountains with these and I think they offer everything you would want in a premium boot. Super lite, super dry, excellent support, very rugged and topped of with a great durable Vibram slip resistant outsole. Save some money and give these boots a try. I marked them as “felt wider than marked” because I usually have to get a wide width, but both my Hi-Tec’s are standard width and fit me just fine. Broke them in (leather uppers) with a simple 4 mile trail walk and was hiking a 4200 foot mountain the next day. Awesome! As far as ZAPPOS, the service could not be better! They upgraded my shipping twice free of charge and processed my returns (made as simple a can be) within days. I am pretty sure they made little to nothing (it may have even cost them money) on this transaction, but they have created another loyal customer for a long time to come.

Tommy G

from Georgia

This is a good boot. A little pricey though. In response to the guy who left the bad review, these are not work boots. You don't buy a light hiker to weld or pour concrete in. Maybe you should consider a work specific boot for work. These boots perform exactly as they were designed to.

Dick W

from Phoenix, AZ

Very happy I chose Hi-Tec for my hiking/hunting needs in North Central British Columbia for two reasons: extremely good fit and extremely light weight. Also had no problem with moisture in wet meadows or perspiration from long hikes. My fellow hunters were not so fortunate!

Brands I'd also recommend: Rocky\/Merrell

Rami S

from Brooklyn, NY

I'm a police officer and wore these boots every day on patrol for almost 2 years now. They are comfortable but not that durable. I feel like they started falling apart kind of quickly but I've been too cheap to replace them. Like the other reviewer noted, the sole is separating from the leather also the stitching above the toes is breaking. Yes, I had these for a while and wear them every day, but like I said before, they began to fall apart a while ago and I just put up with it. Good for occasional use, not recommended for everyday work use.

Anonymous

This boot is very comfortable and fits well, but the leather does not hold up well to rugged trail hiking. After three weeks climbing in Colorado the leather was quite chewed up at the toe and the boots began leaking. The uppers on the Altitude IV are much more durable and never leaked after 3 years hiking.

Joanne H

from Australia, Melbourne

Great shoes, great service, shoes were shipped to Australia quicker than expected. Thank you.

Anonymous

from Michigan

Bought these for work boots in industrial setting. They are comfortable and run true to size. I think I purchased the wrong boots for my purpose. Thought they would be tough with rugged sole. They are very slippery when walking on snow. Otherwise - really a great boot.

Anonymous

Great looking boot with a long lasting sole, comfortable with good room in the toe box, aggressive tread design works well and waterproof. What more could you ask for from a boot. Would buy again.