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2009-03-28 11:14:41
Reviewer:Anonymous from Knoxville, TN
Overall Rating: 
Great comfort and support right out of the box. I don't usually like hikers this tall, but the ankle area is well padded and very comfortable. For those of you who want to continue to be able to hike, but have bad feet (stress fractures, arthritis, tendonitis, etc,), please try these. The cushioning and support are excellent, and the rocker sole helps avoid any forefoot or midfoot flexion, as does the shank. If you have bad feet, don't try any light hikers or tennis shoes for your hikes, keep your feet healthy and happy with these.
2009-03-17 12:10:01
Reviewer:LM from VA
Overall Rating: 
The fit is almost exactly like the Asolo Fugitive. The rigidity of the Vibram sole is comparable as well. It is a little bulkier with maybe more padding (better for winter?). I liked the styling but I was looking for a little more support, so I chose the Kayland Contact. Also there's no label inside saying where it's made. The website says it's from Italy but who knows.
2009-02-27 06:51:54
Reviewer:Bcjones from Blountville, Tenneessee
Overall Rating:
Zamberlan 651 - Very good looking boots, well made and very comfortable. Did not take long to break in. In my opinion they are well worth the money.
2009-02-13 10:41:31
Reviewer:John from Southern California
Overall Rating:
Great Old School Boot - I've got a wide foot and problems with my big toe, making it very difficult to find quality hiking boots that fit. These boots are expensive, but they are hand crafted in Italy and you can feel the quality the minute you put them on. I tried Vasque and Asolo, but they hurt my feet and cut into my ankles. These boots feel great. Make no mistake, however, these boots are old school. You will have to break them in. I've had them about two months and I've broken them in, starting with short hikes and gradually working up to longer ones. The traditional Norwegian welt construction of the soles is high quality. I've had these out in the rain and the snow, and they kept my feet dry. They are holding up very well, and I expect to get years of wear out of them. I like the old school look, too. This is a top quality boot. They are not cheap, but you get what you pay for.
2009-02-13 06:53:13
Reviewer:Anonymous from Denver, Colorado
Overall Rating:
Zamberlan Skill GT - Excellent walking shoes which required very little breaking in. They weren't warm when walking in snow so aren't like my BFN boots.
2009-01-26 15:06:25
Reviewer:Patrick from Denver, Colorado
Overall Rating:
Awesomely warm and tough - Just finished my first walk in Denver snow and these are very warm, and seem to breathe well (feet not wet w/ snow or sweat), and grip just enough to afford confidence in snowy areas. Break-in is minimal as I've had two sore spots and just love these.
2008-12-24 02:58:29
Reviewer:Tommy D from North Little Rock, Arkansas
Overall Rating:
One Awesome "BOOT"!!! If you need a tough boot for hiking or backpacking in any conditions, these boots are the bomb! They surround your foot in total comfort and keep your feet dry and toasty, even in snowy cold conditions. Allow some break-in time though to create the most awesome boot made on this planet. The price is a little steep, but with minimal care, these boots will outlast 2 or 3 pairs of ordinary everyday style hiking boots and end up being a bargain in the long run. I look to get 7 to 10 years of wear out of mine wearing them at least 5 days every week! They are one "AWESOME" boot!!!
2008-12-02 13:24:06
Reviewer:Anonymous from Tennessee
Overall Rating:
Tough! Overall this seemed like a very well built boot. The stitching and materials felt very solid. My only gripe is with the insole and it probably has more to do with my flat feet than the boot itself. The right boot hurt the outside of my foot - so much so that I could not wear these boots for more than 30 minutes. Again, I am not sure if the boot is truly at fault for this or not. The boot did feel pretty narrow, so that may have had something to do with the pain. Zappos was awesome with the return (as usual) and I went with the Asolo Fugitive.
2008-11-11 16:50:03
Reviewer:Mark L from Central Texas
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WOW! Zappos did a great job exceeding my expectations! The boots are great, too. Good fit, lightweight, and comfortable.
2008-10-18 11:41:44
Reviewer:Anonymous from Walnut Creek, CA
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I've ordered these multiple times for my husband. They are the only shoes he wants to wear!
2008-09-24 06:03:35
Reviewer:JR from North Texas
Overall Rating:
Much More Than Expected - Buying any item is hard to do from a picture and shoes/boots are even harder, you can't try a picture on. I put these on as soon as they arrived and wore them around my office for a couple of hours. Felt great. No problem to wear full time, all the time. Worth much, much more than I paid. Also, they are high enough on the leg to protect from snake bites too!
2008-09-20 05:43:58
Reviewer:Gary from Wisconsin
Overall Rating:
So Happy I Made The Switch. Right out of the box these Civettas fit like a glove. A bit stiff, but after a 10 mile hike they were broken in. Never has any hot spots or blisters. Even stepped on a broken plank and ended up fully submerged in a river, these Civettas held up nicely, dried out within 2 hours inside and out. Wished my cellphone did that. I have 150 or more miles on them now and have no regrets as I'm a 1st time Chamberlan buyer. I used to wear Vasque for more than 20 years until the shipped their production to China. I have found their boots look the same but fall apart quickly. So I decided to give Chamberlan a try and have no regrets. Customer service via telephone order was outstanding at Zappos. Who'd of thought great customer service still existed in the U. S.? Again, these are outstanding midweight hikers, built to last and I would recommend these to anyone for cutting your lawn to hiking 25 or 30 miles on any terrain. Extremely comfortable.
2008-08-26 07:14:38
Reviewer:Anonymous
Overall Rating:
Great Shoes - These shoes are extremely comfortable and good-looking. I ordered them a half size larger than my normal shoe size, and they fit perfectly. I am in the process of breaking them in for a backpacking trip to the Smoky Mountains. I tried them out recently on some hilly slopes where I live while wearing a 30lb pack, and these shoes performed extremely well. They provide great arch support and were very snug around the ankle without being uncomfortable. I also found they were not as heavy as they appeared to be in the photo. These shoes are also extremely well-made and, with proper care, will probably last a lifetime.
2008-08-05 07:48:35
Reviewer:Anonymous from Hallowell, Maine
Overall Rating: 
Stiff - These shoes are so stiff that I fear they will take years to break in. I'm pretty sure they will be worth it when I do but they are the kind of shoe that I can put on and hike 7 miles the first time out. They are also very very hot. They don't seem to have any ventilation (the picture is a little misleading).
2008-07-29 07:10:53
Reviewer:Keith R from Charlottesville, VA
Overall Rating:
Comfy and good width - I've loved Zamberlans for several years and have worn 4 models. These are almost as comfortable as their hiking shoes and can be used anywhere except formal settings. More true to width than the Zamberlan Nappos and they accommodate orthotics quite well. My wife hates them, but that pretty much seals the deal for me. Great shoes.
2008-07-21 05:25:40
Reviewer:Boorae from Usually Alaska, for now deployed to somewhere thats not Alaska
Overall Rating:
This is the best boot I've ever worn, period. My first pair lasted about 2 years and the leather split just before where the toe rubber meets the sole...I'm very hard on boots. I live in Alaska and have put these boots though A LOT. Haven't had a repeat problem with the second pair, and I actually still wear the first, split, pair every day. Can't say enough. To say they fit like a glove doesn't begin to describe them! Great traction and support also.
2008-07-09 06:34:41
Reviewer:Bob from Carbondale, IL
Overall Rating:
Rugged Bliss - To date I have only worn these around the house; it's too hot to hike right now. The fit is perfect and I doubt much break in time will be needed. They are strikingly handsome- kinda like me, and rugged. A little heavier than some other boots I've tried, but should hold up well. And, Italian made!
2008-07-02 20:57:43
Reviewer:A G from San Antonio, TX
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Yellowstone, Grand Teton Worthy! Great from day one! Loved the look and the break in time was very little. I wear these to work and also loved them on our Nat. Park vacation this summer. Would recommend to anyone.
2008-07-01 08:27:12
Reviewer:Desert M from Arizona
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Terrific day hiker - This is my second pair of these Zamberlans. Provide a roomy toe box that might feel like a “size larger” to some - those of us with wide toes and narrower heels relish finding a shoe that works this well! They have the “action” sole which gives excellent movement and good support, so your balance on uneven terrain is excellent.
2008-06-28 13:46:18
Reviewer:Aly C from San Francisco, CA
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Very uncomfortable, heavy shoes - The shoes look great, but they are very heavy and uncomfortable. I vowed last night never to wear them again because they take all of the fun out of wearing sneakers, which are supposed to be comfy! I do not recommend these shoes. I had Montrails forever and they were always a pleasure to put on.
2008-05-19 12:46:42
Reviewer:Brian N from Gila wilderness, New Mexico
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Rugged Comfort - These boots are amazingly tough, comfort out of the box with a very short break-in period. I've owned boots by Lowa, Gronell, Garmont, & Alico and as long as these boots are made I won’t buy anything else. I can tell from the quality of this boot it will be years before I need another pair. My last hike in the Gila mid May 2008, 68 miles with 65lbs. included rocky desert, 70+ river crossings & icy conditions with snow to my knees for miles, I was glad these boots were on my feet, they were never cold or uncomfortable. These boots really hug your feet all over, no slop, roomy toe box, a good stiff sole, and the adjustable tongue allows for a custom fit. With arthritis in my big toe I've never had a boot that’s kept my feet comfy over extended trips until now. I'd say these boots are overkill if your day hiking, or hiking on groomed trails with a light pack, but if you’re out with a heavy load on uneven terrain or bushwhacking, and like dry feet, buy these boots! By the way I put in a new footbed.
2008-05-08 05:25:12
Reviewer:Mary J from Tennessee
Overall Rating:
Tennessee to Alaska - Living in the mountains of Tennessee, we hike often and going to Alaska on vacation in June were the two reasons I decided to buy this shoe. It is wonderful. Great look - comfortable and good fit. Do buy smaller than you would think. I am usually an 8 1/2 and bought an 8 and it fits perfectly. I have not gone to Alaska yet but I have been wearing this shoe hiking and it is a winner.
2008-05-07 08:19:32
Reviewer:Tris from Florida... but needed the shoes for Alaska
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So sad - I am so sad that my feet are not happy with this shoe. I really tried to talk my feet into accepting the shoe, but in the end, they convinced me it was not in their best interest. The “issue” is my very narrow heel which would not stay snugly put and thus warned me of likely blister problems. I would also add that it would be a great shoe for pronators, but NOT for supinators.
2008-05-01 15:19:52
Reviewer:Anonymous from Northern Virginia
Overall Rating:
The shoe grabs my left heel and is uncomfortable. I hope it goes away after a while, other then that the shoe is great. It is a good looking shoe. My daughter even likes it.
2008-04-25 05:39:35
Reviewer:Keith from Charlottesville, VA
Overall Rating:
Color on website is not representative - I love Zamberlan shoes and have bought many pair. I have to return these because the color is very different than shown on the website - the website is browner and richer... the shoes are more taupe-colored. I've checked on 3 computers and same issue, so it's not my video card! Other than that, great shoes.
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About Zamberlan
Zamberlan
Made in Italy since 1929
Guiseppe Zamberlan (also known as “Bepi” for short), is the mastermind behind Zamberlan footwear. He began his career repairing shoes, which in turn developed into a career of making finely crafted boots. His passion for the trekking and the outdoors, led him to search for better materials and more efficient construction methods of boot making to satisfy his need for ‘safer and easier’ movement throughout the mountains.
Zamberlan boots are quality tested for durability and performance. The Zamberlan company, which is situated at the foot of the Piccole Dolomiti, is an ideal testing ground for new products and ideas. It is within these mountains that new ideas for top quality boots are created and cultivated.
So after nearly 80 years of boot manufacturing, the Zamberlan Company is still a family run business, with the third generation actively taking part in all stages of design and production. At Zamberlan, they remain dedicated to their hand made boots and believe they will carry you well throughout your journey.
