Patagonia Drifter GORE-TEX® SKU: #7463116

Tmikovitz

from Vermont

Patagonia Drifter - These are by far the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. They are light and durable and above all, comfortable. I had to send my first pair back to exchange because of some defective glue, but the amazing Zappos had new shoes to me within 15 hours and all was well.

Anonymous

from asheville n.c.

These shoes are amazingly comfortable, right out of the box, and only get better as you break them in.

Jh

from Northern, NJ

The shoe is great. Good looking and very comfortable. Requires a short break in period, after which your feet have found a home. I am a day hiker and have used these shoes on the Appalachian Trail, as well as other less demanding trails. Used it traveling in Europe on city sidewalks and hiking trails. Used it in rain and snow, feet remained dry. One of the best shoes I have owned in a while. Laces are thick and probably long lasting, but require a double knot to hold.

Laura M

from Chicago, Illinois

I bought these shoes at a local store. I work for UPS so I am on my feet all day. These shoes are comfortable. I also received a lot of compliments on how they look. I went on Zappos since our company delivers your products. I heard nothing but great reviews on the service of Zappos. Plus, the pricing was great. Sure enough I found the same shoe for less money than anyone else. What a deal! I had to get another pair.

Richard S

from Liverpool, NY

Fit perfect from day one. Little to no break in period. I have received a few compliments on the looks from co-workers. I have been wearing everyday for about one months. The Goretex keeps my feet dry and my feet do not sweat as much as some other boots with Goretex.

Anonymous

from Fort Collins, CO

These shoes were great, but don't expect to get heavy walking in without them wearing out. After a year, the sole of the shoes is ruined. The rest of the shoe is still in great shape and the shoe would still be comfortable if the sole was still present. Would not recommend for people who do a lot of walking.

Jon J

from Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Shoe took three days to break in. Once broken in they felt great. One problem is the rubber on the toe is starting to come off already where the toes bend. Something like this is expected to happen but i only have had them for a month now. Huge patagonia fan but not real happy with this shoe.

Brands I'd also recommend: Keen simple

Jason s

from philadelphia

Second pair of Drifters. This time I upgraded to the Gore-Tex because they were on sale! I'm not really a guy to wear "boots" so the Drifter is the perfect mix of shoe/boot. It's like a shoot.

Brands I'd also recommend: Merrell, North Face

Josh B

from Charleston, South Carolina

I work in all conditions of weather, and this shoe has proven itself. I got the shoes maybe a month ago and have been working 15 hour days seven days a week in them. It only took about two days to get them molded to my feet. They didn't need to be broken in at all. I actually want to buy a couple more pair. I haven't submerged them yet, but my feet are always around water - and so far, dry. They really are great shoes.

Brands I'd also recommend: Merrell

Anonymous

I am one of the most difficult to fit. Serious flat fleet, heavy pronation and a collapsed arch. This shoe "fit like a glove". Very supportive, true to size and comfortable from the get go. Only issue is trying to get a snug lacing.

Anonymous

from Soudth Dakota

My second pair; excellent fit and very durable. The inside heel lining of my first pair has worn through, but it doesn't seem to matter. Those shoes have seen a lot of hard ranch and hiking use; whether it is wet or dry, hot or cold, they are always comfortable.

Norm h

from Illinois

I love Zappos and I love Patagonia. However, I do not love the Patagonia Drifter. I had previously completed several long loaded backpacking expeditions in a pair of Keen Obsidians (an unusually odd looking shoe which was very comfortable) which afforded great feel for the trail, appropriate flex, Gore-Tex and a much reduced feeling of ankle roll potential. The con was that the sole was thin allowing some discomfort on the ball of the foot behind the toes. So when I was looking to move up I purchased the drifter as featured in BackPacker magazine. Right out of the box I wore them for almost every thing for two weeks. I took them on a 5 day 35 mile heavy pack hike in the Smokies and was quite disappointed. The thickness of the soul caused a constant sense of potential for ankle roll and the shoe was heavy. The stiffness of the sole caused significant foot fatigue and the leather proved water proof but quite heavy. The shoe looks nice and I will probably wear them to the office or on early morning dewy walks but they will unlikely accompany me on any future long adventures.

Brands I'd also recommend: keen

Anonymous

from New Jersey

This is the second pair of these I've ordered. Great shoes. They fit well new, and break in great. Durable, comfortable, and I hope Patagonia continues to make them for years to come.

Brands I'd also recommend: keen, merrell

Tony M

from Reno, Nevada

Great fit, very sturdy shoe, can wear all day and provides great support. Lugs started tearing off and separating from the sole. Bad flaw for such a great shoe.

Brands I'd also recommend: merrell timberland lowa

Kurt Z

from New Hampshire

Love these shoes! They are a very comfortable "Boot-Sneaker-All Around" shoe and I got over a year of wear out of the last pair!

Arnold G

from Orlando, Florida

The shoes are a little rough at first, but super comfortable after the first few days. Great traction for mountain, snow, or everyday walking. Built like a tank...

Brands I'd also recommend: Columbia and Solomon