Vasque Sundowner GTX SKU: #7180193
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View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- A mid-weight backpacker that has a reputation for comfort and old-school style, which may explain why it's as common at the grocery store as on the trail. It's also equally at home under the weight of a pack or on a casual day hike.
- 2.6mm Waterproof Smoothout Leather Upper for outstanding comfort and durability.
- Trailweight Monoflex insole for support, stability and flexibility.
- Medium Density Rubber Plate lining.
- Tri-Wick Contoured footbed.
- Features GORE-TEX® technology in which external water is repelled while internal moisture is allowed to pass through the membrane, keeping feet dry and comfortable.
- Padded Collar for extra comfort.
- Features Vasque's Integration Technology (I.T.) System in which each technological element is biomechanically designed to maximize performance.
- Shoe weighs 2lb 12oz.
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Vasque Sundowner GTX Reviews
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2 people found this review helpful
May 26, 2005
Gabriella G
from Eureka, CA
Really Good Shoe: sturdy, long lasting - This is my second pair of Sundowner's. They take a while to break in, but once they do they are very comfortable. The rigid sole is great for backpacking. They tend to be a bit hard on the inner sole, so wearing an extra padded insole is also a good idea. Also, Because they are leather, they tend to stretch, so it might not be a bad idea to buy them snug, as long as they fit.
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September 2, 2005
Roccky
from Provincetown, MASS
KILIMANJARO BOOT - I trained for 11 mos, and climbed KILIMANJARO (19,430ft) in these boots in 1994. Little to no break-in period. By far the best boot out there. However, they altered the front and rear bumper panels which no longer exist in newer model. Withstood 5 different climate zones in Africa. Comfort was key and it definitely gave me the support I needed on the different terrain. I still have them as I wear them daily in my studio when I paint. The Italians got it going on!
Brands I'd also recommend: NONe
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January 16, 2006
Steve S
from Columbia, MO
Great Looking Boot- These classic leather hikers look great. I ordered these boots for my wife because her old pair of Vasque boots (different model) weren't waterproof anymore. All the reviews said these boots are totally waterproof and so far that has proven true. She's worn them 3 times so far for 2-3 hour hikes. She says they feel like they will need a little more breaking in but she thinks they will be fine after she wears them a few more times. Initially, I ordered her a similar model but they came in the wrong size (the box said 10.5 but inside were 11's). I contacted Zappos, got a quick response, they apologized, gave me a credit, and corrected the problem immediately. I will definitely order other products from Zappos. Zappos customer service is awesome.
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February 3, 2006
Anonymous
from Michigan
Great boot! This is my second pair of Vasque's boots... I came back for a second pair, so that in and of itself is a solid recommendation. I did have an issue if the boot was leaking, but they tell me that I am feeling "coldness' not wetness, but it seem to be better after being waterproofed. Still highly pleased with the overall performance of the boot.
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May 17, 2006
Anonymous
from Alabama
Stiff - This shoe is still stiff enough to be slightly uncomfortable after several wearings.
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About Vasque
Vasque offers various outsole systems, and components targeted to your outdoor activity. Whether you´re backpacking, trail running, or mountaineering, they have the right shoe for you. Vasque holds a reputation for making shoes that stand up to the test of time. Simply put, they don´t make throw-away footwear.
In addition to their commitment to high-performance, outdoor footwear, Vasque also cares about the environment. From their boots, to their packaging, to their marketing materials and day to day operations, Vasque scrutinizes all elements of their business, striving to make a lighter, ecological footprint.
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2 people found this review helpful
July 27, 2006
Anonymous
Too tough to break in - When I got the boot, I tried it on immediately, and although it fit, I've never felt anything more uncomfortable. I'm not a backpacker, but rather just a hiker, so maybe for backpacking, you would need this kind of stiffness--I don't know. They didn't work out for me, so I returned them. The grip is good and they fit relatively narrow, which is good for most women and for me, but the ankle was too stiff as was the rest of the boot. Plus, I don't think they're very good-looking in person.
Brands I'd also recommend: I ended up with the Timberland Chocura-very comfy and less intense
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August 12, 2006
Aimee
from Oklahoma
Couldn't be happier - I have never ordered shoes on line before but was finding it difficult to find a good pair of hiking boots in my area. I read some reviews and this shoe was high on the list. I love it. The shoe runs a little big so I ordered the size I normally wear in tennis shoes and it fit great with my thicker hiking socks. I had no trouble breaking them in at all. I will certainly buy another pair after this one has seen its last day.
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August 15, 2006
Va
from Virginia
Best boots ever! I bought these several years ago, and wore them everyday. Though a little heavy for hiking, I loved them just the same. Super comfortable, super ankle support, super grip. Highly recommend.
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September 8, 2006
Kelli
from New York, NY
On my second pair... I love these boots. I got my first pair almost *20* years ago when I started hiking the Mohave Desert. Since then they were used constantly around world--Australia's red desert, Africa's Serengeti, Russia's Taiga forests, Great Britain’s moors. They hug the rock, they take a beating, and they don't loose their shape. Never had any foot or ankle injuries as long as I wore them. Finally in a flash flood in Australia, they succumbed and the soles detached. I left them in the parking lot of the hotel and maybe they've made a nice shelter for some wombats. In the meantime I think it says alot that when I went to replace them, I found that Vasque's still manufactures the exact same boots (20 years later-and at the same price!) with no discernable changes from my old boots. That's how perfect they were in the first place. The only thing you need to know is that you MUST, MUST break them in first. Wear them a couple hours a day for normal walking for at least 2 weeks before attempting a long hike. Once they're broken in, happy trails, although you might want to avoid prolonged wading through flood waters :)
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December 6, 2006
Anonymous
from Idaho
No longer wearing vasque boots - The original Vasque Sundowners from Italy can't be beat. However the Chinese made version are: very stiff, run 1/2 size big (10m order 9.5m), top of tongue ends are rolled under and sewn instead of being flat and sewn like the originals. Leather quality from China is nowhere near that from Italy. If you have worn Vasque for 20 years like I have, the new ones ARE NOT the same comfort and quality. I'm looking for another boot manufacturer at the moment.
Brands I'd also recommend: Any boots made by Danner
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December 12, 2006
Anonymous
from Phoenix, AZ
Just starting out - I just bought this pair and am breaking them in for the first time. So far the size is just right for a nice thick sock without being so tight. The look is nice and I have gotten compliments on the style. They are stiff but I am breaking them in, going to colder country for the Holidays and wanted something to have for an all around all weather boot. Do some hiking and will see how they do. So far they feel pretty good.
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December 26, 2006
Dee
from Northern California
The best boot I have ever owned! I had just spent 5 months in a cast for 2 broken bones in my left foot and I went straight from a cam walker into these boots and found them to be the most comfortable boots I've ever owned. Great fit and support. Break in time was minimal. I have a wide foot and they were perfect in the width. I absolutely LOVE these boots.
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February 14, 2007
Anonymous
from Annapolis, Maryland
Look & Feel as good as the day I bought them! I bought these boots about 17 years ago. I use them constantly throughout the fall & winter months in Maryland. They've proved to be an outstanding value, then look and fell great; I can wear them all day long. I've been conscientious about cring for them and give them a coat of mink oil and a good buffing once a month-- they still look new. The Vasque is an excellent product.
Brands I'd also recommend: Dansko clogs for in home and casual wear
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June 19, 2007
Anonymous
from Northeast
A serious backpacking boot - This boot is exactly what I expected it to be: stiff. This is a boot for hiking mountain trails with 40 pounds of equipment on your back. They definitely need breaking in before wearing them for a long period, but I wore mine right out of the box on an overnight camping trip with my daughter's brownie troop. We did a 30 minute hike at night and a 2 hour hike the next day - I had no blisters and only a little soreness. They are sized to be worn with heavy socks, as backpackers do. I am a solid size 9, and I wore mine with a thin, wicking sock liner and heavy cotton ragg socks. Fit was snug but not over-tight. My husband has had a pair of these for almost 15 years, and with regular leather care they have remained absolutely waterproof.
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September 7, 2007
Anonymous
from Park City, Utah
The legend disappoints - These boots manage to be stiff without being supportive. They inhibit ankle pointing and flexion to the point where they're useless on aggressive steeps, but will still allow your ankles to roll laterally. After a year of serious mountaineering in my Sundowners, I get heel blisters almost every time I hike more than two hours. I thought it was a break-in issue, but maybe it's my feet. Maybe it's these boots.
Brands I'd also recommend: Salomon
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September 24, 2007
Anonymous
from Tampa, Florida
Pleased with order - I am very satisfied with my purchase. The boots are very comfortable. The wide size seems to be between a C and D. They seem very well made, but time will tell how well they hold up.
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December 1, 2007
Bootless I
Not the same! I was really disappointed when I received these boots. I had a pair of the originals for almost 20 years that had more miles than I can remember on them. They finally died after trip to Glacier National Park this past summer and I thought I would replace them with the new and improved version. Unfortunately, the construction and the components are not same as the originals. The lining on this pair is lumpy and sure to cause blisters and the attachment of sole to upper has gaps present.
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December 31, 2007
Emmy
from New Hampshire
Great show - Sturdy, yet very comfortable shoes. My feet were kept extremely warm but not sweaty. Highly recommend to others. Unless I simply cannot find what I want, I plan on always ordering from Zappos. Best customer service over any other store, by far. Thanks, Zappos.
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January 21, 2008
Anonymous
from Colorado
I've been wearing this boot for over five years and it still looks brand new! The boot has been exposed to all types of weather in Alaska and the quality is unbeatable. Actually, I wanted to order a pair in black, but sadly it only comes in burgundy!
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