Customer Reviews Merrell Moab 3

Stiff fit, jams front toe sizing seems small. Not my favorite shoe, recommend keen or oboz.

I would have given this review 5 stars because I'm a big fan of Merrell shoes, but when I purchased my second pair, it came with shorter laces. It's not the end of the world because I can still do the double knot so they don't loosen and become untie while walking, but the shorter laces makes it more difficult to do the double knot. My first pair came with longer (regular size) laces making it much easier to do the double knot - and yes, you have to do a double knot if you don't want them to become untied half a mile into your walk.

These have been my shoes for the last ten years or so(I am on my sixth pair). They are comfortable and durable. When this new pair wears out it will be time for number seven.

Great stability shoe-firm midosole and great traction

I have owned many pair of Merrells. Ventilators, Moab3s etc. But, this style is still my favorite. Fit great right out of the box. I wear them everywhere. Thank you Merrell for another quality product.

The walnut colored Moab 3 as advertised does not match what was delivered. I was told by customer service that the light background in the advertisements caused the shoe to look a different color. I was very disappointed.

I need a wide toe box with a straight last and firm heal control. I ordered a pair of Moab 3s and liked them so much I ordered a second pair a few days later. They got a big workout. Their first "hike" was a trip to the Indianapolis 500 where I walked for miles and miles with a throng of 349,000 spectators. Best pair of shoes I've bought in years, and I am very fussy and particular about my socks and shoes. I love 'em!

I used to be an Ascics fan but as I got older, my needs changed. I like the styling and support these shoes give me when I'm walking on uneven ground.

Bottom line up front: To be as comfrotable as the moab 2, Merrel needs to move back to the Moab 2's insole (Kinetic Fit Advanced Footbed) and slightly soften the mid sole. Pros of the Moab 3: It's a good boot that's supportive and fits well. It's grippy and relatively light for a hiking boot. Cons of the Moab 3: -> The insole is much worse in the Moab 3 than in the Moab 2. The 2 had a pressed and perforated EVA insole that was very responsive and stayed springy for years of use. The 3 has a blue metatarsal pad which is inlayed into the insole. This portion of the insole is very, very unresponsive and lacks the same amount of cushion and responsiveness as the 2's forefoot insole. After a single day of use, the blue areas on the insole are flat and have no spring. The result is a fit that feels like i'm walking on a hard surface. In my attached images, I've applied roughly the same pressure to the front of the insert to demonstrate how the Moab 3's insert is very flimsy at the forefoot. The older insole is much more sturdy and spongey in the same area. You can purchase the same kinetic fit insoles as the Moab 2's for extra, but only in whole sizes :( -> The midsole is stiffer than the Moab 2, and this contributes to the pressure at the heel and the forefoot. Both of these means the forefoot experiences a ton more pressure and feels much stiffer and less comfortable after walking out of the store. It's more uncomfortable to stand for hours or walk for miles, and it feels like I'm closer to injury at any given point than with the Moab 2.

Very comfortable shoes. These are my second pair!

This is the 2nd (or 3rd.?) pair I've bought. Fully satisfactory and plan to continue to buy this shoe.

i have difficulty finding shoes that fit because i wear a size 5 Wide. Most shoes don't offer shoes that small. Fortunately Merrill does. I love my new sneakers. It's nice to wear shoes that fit and do not pinch my toes!

12W fits great wear with socks or without V comfortable

Love the wide toebox! Took my shoes through some National Parks for a week in Southern Utah. They were perfect for my moderate 4 mile hikes. No break-in required. Very grippy. Not heavy. Not hot. Absolutely recommend!

The shoes held up really well, I took them caving in muddy caves in Thailand. I trekked through the jungle in them for about 1 month, They were wet and muddy quite often. What often happens with shoes in this environment is that the glue holding the bottom to the sneaker falls apart. This did not happen to the Merrell's. Unfortunately they were so covered with mud, I did not feel that it was safe to bring them back to the USA even if I washed them. For fear that they may contain a foreign pathogen, I had to abandon my trusted shoes in a foreign land.

I purchased these moabs and use them solely for disc golfing. Basically hiking but with a twist LOL. They have a good toe box and the extra rubber up front on the tow help. Since I do drag my toe as I throw forehand as opposed to a backhand. They're very comfortable And provide great traction if it's muddy out. I have zero complaints about these shoes.

Great fit and comfortably supportive during long hikes and around the boat.

The first day was a walking tour through a vineyard. There was dirt, cover crop and uneven ground. The second day was an offroad tour in my Raptor R. It was a super technical boulder crawling adventure that required frequent trips walking to select the best line through the boulders. My MERRELLS performed flawlessly on both occasions. Lots of ankle support and traction(:-)

I've purchased Merrell shoes for the past 20 years. These moab 3 shoes are very poor quality, the toe cap is already separating from the shoe. Ive worn them for about 2 week. I hope Merrell quality has not gone down hill as I'm very disappointed.

Merrell Hiking Boots are always my go-to purchase when I need to replace my well-worn and well-loved boots. I am on the trails early every morning and even with my arthritic feet, I find comfort and ease of movement over varied terrain. The only thing I have a hard time with is the laces ... I am re-tying them often unless I get a good grip with a double knot.

Over many years I have continued to purchase these hikers. They are rugged, fit well and are very reasonably priced.