600+ Mile Lightweight Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: Salomon Quest 4D GTX
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I’ve spent many long days over the past few years wearing Salomon Quest 4D GTX and have been pleasantly surprised at their performance. Finding a boot that spans the needs of multiple activities in a variety of terrain can be challenging, but these are the best I have found thus far for a lightweight all around hiking boot.
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600 miles sounds impressive but I’ve had 30 dollar walmart boots that I walked over 800 miles in.
I have a chance to buy salomon quest 4D gore tex forces 2. Thoughts on making them my go to hiking boot in Utah year round?
You should always put a leather protectant on your boots, no matter what. I can guarantee you you would not have had that split in your boots had you done so.
Edit: “Shoe-goo.” I used to skateboard a whole lot, use some on the side of that boot, and it will work fine.
Couple good tips
Best boots I’ve ever owned.
Hello Chase, love your videos! Was wondering if there is a chance you can review the Salomon Quest Tracker GTX? (article ref. L47605500) I walked into a Salomon store and they seem to be heavily promoting this new (?) shoes but I can’t see reviews about it online. More support to your channel 🙏🏻
The older version of this boot was able to give me 1260 miles in 2020. The newer version has only last 134 to 150 miles before delaminating in the toe area. Thought is was a fluke and returned for another pair. Same thing. Really unfortunate because I have used nothing but this boot for several years!
Nearly killed me in the Scottish highlands a couple of times. Great for trail hikes but cross country on wet ground/grass you will slip.
I had two pairs, loved them. Comfortable and waterproof. But not a “serious” off-trail boot. After a week of side hilling the ankle bone area tore out. I was lucky to get back to basecamp. I use Kenetrek now and fear no angles.
you got a permit for those crampons?
600 miles is pretty damn good for modern hiking boots, and those treads don’t look anywhere near as bad as others with fewer miles.
Why not carry spare laces?
Is it possible to resole the soles?
How about wearing them in the summer? 68 -86 F are those not to warm?
I’ve got over 1000kms on mine and they’re still going strong, best hiking boots I’ve ever owned.
Great review how are they for resistance with impact. how much cushion do they give?
remove those hooks from the side and use the bullet holes to lace up 9 days ago i took a drip when they clamped to each other witht he other boot i was lucky i was at my house i posted what happen to me on utube to warn people of this called Dangerous hiking boots check it out my leg and ancle is in a hell of a state and i will now be off my feet for upto 4 weeks im glad i was not up the mountain when it got me or it would have been a difrent kettle of fish so please remove them hooks from all ur boots to be safe or if it does happen to ya u will rem this plea
These are the best boots I have ever used in the field. Period.
I’ve been back and forth across the US on foot, 7,000+/- miles in the Merrell Moab 2. $100, Not Gor Tex, but the basic model and they are a solid set of footwear for the journey. What journey? Any one you’re going on.
Gor Tex makes the feet sweat and stink. There’s no reason to spend the extra $$$ for boots that are going to hold the water in as well as out.
*This is my opinion. I am NOT a military ”operator” in the field, I’m not a Ultrarunner, or peak-bagger. I have however been homeless and someone who needs both daily footwear that will last, and boots that will allow me on a job site as day-labor. The Merrells qualify and will save you some cash for the bean burritos for 1.breakfast, 2.lunch and 3.dinner.
Edging heh-he heh, while loaded heh-heh
I have the X Ultra 4 GTX.
Three months and 500km later and the goretex membrane on both shoes has a hole/tear on two different spots. Very very dissappointing.
And this just from hiking normal paths. Not alpine. No rough stuff.
Hi there, would this boots be okay tu use in temperatures somewhere between 30 and 35° Celsius or will it roast my feet?
Many thanks
Mine fell apart after only 3 months use
Nice review. I’m also in Idaho and looking forward to seeing how my pair hold up.
In the far past 40 years ago leather upper was stitched to the sole. Every pair of boots I have bought in last few decades have cheap glued soles that fall apart in a year. They are getting worse each pair I get. This solomon has all the pit falls of others , the actual sole is quite thin, glued to a foam section which is glued to a leather and fabric upper. I am amazed that sole lasted 600 miles. I expected the glue to give way on the sides as all boots do now. I might try these. But I am seriously disappointed in all boot brands. Shoe laces used to be leather and stay tied, now the laces are nylon and come untied so you have to double knot. Non of the boots today are made in america.
The best sock system, at least according to most militaries, is a wool sock over a tight silk sock. It eliminates friction on your feet entirely by making the silk sock essentially a second skin layer.
Great to see such a talented Southeast Idaho Native. You do great work Chase!
Good review..
I have used those boots for years, hiking and working in them. I am 75 and have hiked and backpacked all my life and these are the best boots I have ever owned, and I have owned some very expensive ones.
Can you run micro spikes and crampons on these?
Usage experiences from actual users are really helpful, this was really helpful cheers.
Incredible boots! Just came off the AT with mine last week!
Can I use those in the snow too?
600 is not mutch at all. It is like going 3 miles every other day and your shoe will be done in one year?
They only last 600 miles?
I have some on now. I have two pairs. Love them. I have used the ones I have on since 2017. Starting to get pretty worn. I save the good ones for when we go out to dinner or friends
I have had my first pair for years and just ordered a new pair. Seal Team 6 was using them I was told, thanks for review.
10/10 thanks alot
Do you wear these during the summer or do you have a different pair for hotter weather?
I thought boots were suppose to last longer than trail runners. These did not seem to go much longer than my Topo trail runners
So you don’t really know a whole lot about boots, I can tell. You should not have a video on describing a pair of boots when you have no idea how to maintain and preserve them in the first place, my friend. I’m going to dislike this video for sure.
Wow! the boots need replacing after two years? and not Vibram soles – Not for me.
Would you the size you normally wear, or size up? I’ve read conflicting information about Salomon boots. Great review!
my laces are already stripping on that lace corner halfway up the boot where it grabs the lace, should I find kevlar laces or something stronger?
A good boot for edging while you’re loaded is really nice
I don’t know if the sole could hold up the way I use my boots. Walking/Working on grass and concrete. I own regularly priced boots and last me 3 months.
Man, my old black leather jump boots lasted me over 1000 miles. They were the best boots I’ve had. These modern boots just last.
I recently purchased this hiking boots. I am still breaking in to this shoes. Through out my previous my trekking, I was feeling pressure on top of my right toe. The toe is still numb from the trip. It was like the shoes wall pressed against the top of my toe. I had used a silicon insole as the pain increased, I removed that. The trail was a pretty easy terrain too. I had adjusted the lacing to reduce pressure on the bridge of the foot, and I used a surgeons knots to avoid heel lift. Would this go away as the shoes are broken in fully? Or should I try any different type of lacing by avoiding the forwards eyelets on the shoes? Any suggestions/recommendations would be helpful.
No wonder Special Forces love this boot. They’re lightweight durable and reliable.
Been wearing these boots for years. They’re my favorite everyday boot by far.
When carrying a lot of weight on my back I prefer a stiffer boot. Then I will wear a pair of my Crispi boots.
But this is a kick ass boot.
They recently changed The boot not sure if it’s for the better or not. I also have a pair of their Forces which I like as well