Merrell Men's Moab 2 GTX Walking Shoe
Merrell Men's Moab 2 GTX Walking Shoe
Shoe sizes are not standardized. Every shoe manufacturer uses different measurements in terms of instep height, toe shape and foot width. However, the basis for your own shoe size is always the length of your feet. Thus, you should always determine your foot length before buying in order to choose the right shoe.
| Dimensions: | 32.99 x 20.8 x 12.4 cm; 426.38 Grams |
| Model: | J06037 |
| Manufacture: | Merrell |
| Composition: | Synthetic |
| Department: | Men's |
| Dimensions: | 32.99 x 20.8 x 12.4 cm; 426.38 Grams |
comfy shoe
I’m a Nordic Walk leader and while the majority of my walks are on hard surface there are always some rough tracks and wet and muddy conditions to cope with. These shoes suit me perfectly and have been very comfortable right from the start and did not require any breaking in. One of my group members also has this shoe and he agrees with my comments.
Comfortable walking shoes
I swear by Merrell every time. Dependable, comfortable and perfect fit. You won’t find a better price anywhere else. This is my 3rd pair of merrells, I swear by them.
Very comfortable and excellent grip
These are great I wear inserts and normally get one size bigger but I didn’t need to the grip is excellent and I wore them in 30 heat on holiday and my feet didn’t overhea
Waterproof and hardwearing
I’ve been wearing these Moab 2 GTX shoes frequently for six months and they’re still in excellent condition including the soles. No problem at all with waterproofing, at least in an urban environment. I got caught out walking today without rain gear in a heavy downpour. My clothing was drenched, I was soaked to the skin, but my feet stayed dry.
There is one drawback. I bought these shoes hoping they’d be like my previous Merrell’s which looked very similar in photos. My old shoes were light and really comfortable. The soles on this shoe are twice as thick and quite heavy, so they feel a bit clunky. Even so, no regrets in purchasing them. They have good arch support and they’re good value for 70.
Great shoes
Been buying a pair of these each year for about five years now. I wear them everyday till they start leaking. Great shoes and waterproof in all weather. The slippy laces are a minor irritant but just require a double bow.
Good heel grip, generous toe space & arch suppo
Seems better made than my previous pair. Quite cool to wear. The fit is really good and supportive. I’ve done a few 4mile walks in them and no rubbing. Soles are curved slightly towards the toe, not noticeable in a bad way. Seem to have better lacing than my previous pair. I’d recommend these over cheaper Merrells.
Comfortable and nice to wea
I bought these to replace an old pair that I have had for 3 years; if they are as good as the old ones, I will be happy.
They are totally waterproof, comfortable and the Vibram soles are extremely hard wearing; I estimate that I have walked well over 5000 miles, over all types of surface, in the old ones, and it is the uppers that have finally started to split.
Great value for the price.
very comfortable
hese are my second pair of water proof walking shoes, the latter pair being Adidas terrex which cost more than these, i have to say the Merrell are so much more comfortable and last much longer than the adidas. the sole is really hard and grippy. they are waterproof and i have had now for around 6 months and are still waterproof.
Merrell is my favourite casual walking shoe. I found these to be a little bit on the ridge side and not a supple as my previous ones, hoping as time goes on they will soften up. though would buy again as I find they last the course.
Have had 7 Moab GTX and 5 non GTX for the last 13 years, these are waterproof unless it comes over the ankle. Main difference with these is the tongue is stitched in, whereas other Moab GTX have had the tongue loose where water once on to the tongue filters in.
Other difference with these Vibram soles they are much harder and a different pattern. 4 weeks on, perhaps done 30 miles they do feel hard and quite loud on tarmac etc like a work boot clunking away. Feet were raw after a 7 mile walk, had to wear other shoes for a few days. Heard GTX 3 are even harder soles.
Meets waterproof expectations for a shoe
The shoe is comfy, as you would expect when spending a sizable chunk of change. I have now had my pair for 3 months and I wear them all day long – for work and walking my dog.
These shoes are waterproof to their depth, in other words, don’t be expecting these to keep your feet dry when walking in tall wet grass. For working outside, puddles and standing water are no problem.
I would certainly recommend these for keeping your feet dry in normal everyday conditions
So comfortable for walking, hard and soft terrai
History of problems with ankle, tried various types of trainers and walking boots but this particular walking shoe does the business for me. Comfort and durability, couldn’t ask for more.
Bought these for walking the dog so wanted something lightweight, waterproof and comfortable.
For me these run small, I’m a 10 and a 10.5 fits perfect (with normal socks).
I think the underfoot cushioning could be improved, feels good until you walk on the pavement then it feels a bit hard. I’ve replaced the inner soles with better cushioning ones.
They seemed to grip well on wet surfaces but have not come down a mountain side with wet rock underfoot.
Waterproofing wise they coped walking through small streams on the beach but obviously would need more exposure to comment on their true effectiveness.
I could have given them 3 stars but with even with their short comings i actually like them (and they look good) so 4 stars it is.
Very Comfortable
There’s nothing not to like about these trainers but get 1/2 size bigge
Fits me
Love them – do 8k ambles daily – they work fir me!
Comfortable first wea
Will be for long walks. Bought to replace worn trainers. Brand recomended by a keen walker.
Best shoes eve
Best and most comfortable walking shoes I’ve ever had and I’ve had a few pairs
Would defo recommend
Great walking shoes
Very comfortable straight out of the box. No need for wearing in. Bought a half size bigger than usual shoe size. Fit is perfect. Would highly recommend these.
Perfect Produc
Glad I ordered a pair half a size bigger than normal having read all the reviews, fit perfectly.
Brillia
Suitable walking shoes are difficult to find for someone like me, I wear 12s and I like a wide fit, these “Merrill” shoes do exactly what I want, they are brillia
Comfortable
My second pair of these, even new it’s like wearing an old pair of comfy slippers
Rugged
Excellent value at 79.99 ,rugged quality trekking shoe ,built to last .
True to size - Great shoes!
I was always a sketchers guy but read they wasnt very good for the feet so decided to take a punt on these and with them being goretex, they are breathable and wateroroof too!
They are, as they say, comfy right out of the box and theyre now my go to shoe for going around the stabes, fields, taking the dogs out, etc… I like the way the inside is shaped to support the foot.
I havent tested the waterproofness but its goretex. No worries there. They stand on their warranty, literally! 😀
I think they come up a little small
I like the shoes, good quality, nice looking but I think I should have gone a half size up
Dont las
Used to love merrells fit great and waterproof.
That said 5 months in split across rubber front bumper. 3rd pair of this style , first waterproof ones and all of them have split.
Merrell used to be good hard-wearing walking shoes, sadly, not anymore
Feeling a bit ripped off.
Premium pricing but low quality produc
Can’t beat Merrell….
My second pair of Merrell walking shoes first pair still going strong, walked over 1000 miles in them so far comfortable and durable shoes.
Great Shoe
I’ve got awkward feet with a large bunion on my right foot. I’ve used Meindl shoes for years, which are very good, but I thought I’d give these a go. They are superb, extremely comfortable from the first time that you put them on and I would say that they knock the Meindl way in to second place which takes some doing. I’m definitely a convert.
A good quality, well made shoe
I have been using these for a couple of years now, this is my third pair, the first is now renegaded to garden work but still water proof even though the sole has separated from the top. Sturdy, very comfortable a long as you get the right size and very long lasting. Not cheap but still good value.
Comfortable straight out of the box
These are my go to dog walking ( and everything else in winter) shoes – unlike other reviews – I find the size to be true – i soon find them to be water proof but more resistant – but they keep your feat warm when its cold and have good grip. Look good in all situations – across the fields – down the pub etc..
Fit for purpose
All of the reviews were spot on when coming to select a quality all purpose walking shoe.
There are many cheaper options available but you definitely get what you pay for here.
The MOAB 2 GTX is very comfortable straight out of the box. Smart enough to wear with a pair of jeans walking to the pub and sturdy enough for a trek into the countryside.
A super comfortable walking shoe
I’ve now had three pairs of these shoes and wear them most days. They are comfortable and with their gortex linings, my feet stay nice and dry. Perfect for the UK!
MOAB or mother of all boots?
Not really. These are shoes, not boots.
So they are waterproof. I walk through mud, puddles and in rain and they keep my feet dry. But water can ingress over the tops and waterproof is not 100% watertight.
They are breathable, supple and very comfortable and I use my shoes for all but the harshest or muddiest conditions here in the temperate Surrey Hills of southern England.
You should order a 1/2 size up on your usual size. That’s my experience and I’m on my 4th pair now.
They are not perfect. My previous pair only lasted 2 years before perished leather on the sides started to perish (and allow water ingress). I cover at least 3 or 4 miles daily dog walking as well as much longer walks from time to time. Previously I was more of a weekend walker and they lasted 3-5 years
The soles, though generally grippy, can be slippy on certain surfaces, so if you’re scrambling on smooth rock – or walking to work on smooth paving with many manholes in wet weather – perhaps research alternatives?
A great boot for the keen, amateur walker and surprisingly inexpensive for the quality.
My second pair of these, both have been on the small size for the stated size, depending on the thickness of your socks get at least half a size larger. They have a relatively narrow fit but Merrell do a wide fit as well. The shoes are well constructed, my last pair took some serious pounding and clocked up the miles and are still wearable after three years. They give good support for a shoe, as opposed to a boot and my last pair were as waterproof as you can hope for from a shoe, nothing keeps your feet dry in long wet grass except wellies. Good construction has a slight downside in that they are not the lightest shoe going, you want light buy some trainers.
I purchased these having not tried Merrell before but had heard good things from friends who have had them and urgently needed to replace an old pair of Northface shoes that should have been replaced ages ago but I’m always reluctant to get rid of shoes I find really comfortable and therefore wear them until they nearly fall apart. I bought the size that I’ve always purchased in pretty much every other make I’ve had (NorthFace, Berghaus, Salomon etc) but on trying them on found immediately they were just on the small size and not something I could live with so ordered the next half size up and requested a return for the ones that didn’t fit.
Since the next size arrived I’ve worn them nearly every day and used them on a week away and haven’t had any issues with them, in fact they felt like a pair of shoes I’d been wearing for a lot longer and didn’t require any wearing in. I tend to be very picky with shoes and often have problems with heel blisters when I get new ones.
The only issue I did find, but more of an annoyance rather than an issue was a slight noise they make when walking, almost like a slight “crumpling paper” noise. This appears to come from the insole but I tend to swap these out so I’m not that concerned. Overall I’m really happy with this purchase and may well consider getting another pair in another colour.
Extremely comfortable and practical shoe for daily wea
I’ve been buying and wearing some variant of the Merrell Men’s Moab 2 Gtx Low Rise Hiking Shoes for over ten years. This latest pair is in the black colourway and the two pairs before that were “beluga grey”. I’ve also had a couple of pairs in a “sand/beige” colour too.
I typically wear them every day, for both work and leisure. Routine use is 12+ hours of walking and standing indoors 3-4 days a week, but I have used them to hike up mountains and walk over 15 miles on rough mixed terrain. Typically I get 2-3 years use out of each pair before replacing them – at that point they’re usually not completely done for but are showing some sign of wear. Usually the shoe itself is structurally sound but the insoles have worn through and one or more layer of the paracord laces have sheared through and stripped off.
Aside from the fact that I personally like the aesthetic of them their key feature is they are extraordinarily comfortable. From the first minute you put them on I find there’s no breaking-in period at all. they’re just good-to-go. I rate comfort as 5/5 from the beginning to the end of the shoe’s life.
The shoe is relatively waterproof – I find heavy rainfall is no issue at all but if you have the misfortune to stand in a very deep puddle you WILL get water ingress. Shallow puddles tend not to be a problem. Water resistance 4/5.
They’re not the lightest shoes, I’ve got some Skechers that are lighter but I don’t find the weight a problem. I’ve rated them 4/5 because there are definitely lighter shoes available but the weight isn’t really a factor for me because of the extreme comfort.
You could consider laces and insoles to be a semi-consumable product if a shoe can have a long life. Historically I’ve never been able to replace the laces or insoles with original Merrell versions but I find that Amazon UK now sell official Merrell laces and insoles so for the first time I’ve been able to replace my damaged laces. This shoe in “black”, in an UK size 10 comes with “Pinpoint Black” laces that are 132 cm long. Laces cost just under 7 to replace. Insoles are just under 33.