Vasque Torre AT GTX

$220.00

A robust pair of boots is a must if you’re heading out this Spring. I don’t know about you, but I can be quite particular when it comes to mountain boots, as you can very easily get it wrong. Thankfully, Vasque’s release of the Torre AT GTX makes sure that any expeditions are comfortable and durable, giving you an extra spring in your step.

Vasque is an American company that was created with enjoyable hiking in mind. Founder William Sweasy travelled to Europe in 1964, where he observed a major hiking craze, something that wasn’t replicated back home. He then made it his mission to bring the hiking phenomena back to America, through the use of robust materials that are specially designed to introduce people to the wonders of hiking. Since then, Vasque has become a highly established maker of hiking footwear.

The Torre AT GTX gives you everything you might need from a hiking boot. Upon opening, the boot appears robust, whilst still feeling lightweight, making it the perfect combination. The women’s boots come in three colours: Cappuccino, Sage, and Blue, allowing for more choice than usual. Furthermore, the boots have a specialised Gore-tex waterproof material, that is surrounded by leather and suede, allowing for functionality and a stylish edge. The Gore-tex material is tried and tested to withstand any weather conditions, keeping your feet protected, whilst also allowing for any breathability.

When I took the boots out for a test drive, I found them to be comfortable over a long period of time, due to a cushioned lining that quickly moulded to the shape of my foot. Furthermore, the sole of the foot has sufficient tread so that you have optimum grip as you scramble up the mountain or wander through the fields. In the long term, it seems like it will take a lot to wear them down, meaning that they will be long-lasting and worth the investment.

The smaller details of the hiking boots have also not gone amiss. For example, they have sturdy metal lacing hooks which allow the laces to remain tight and effective throughout the day. A slight alteration could be made in the sizing, however, as the shoes tend to run slightly narrow, so I would recommend sizing up. However, I would say that they are certainly worth the investment as they are durable and reliable, even in the worst weather conditions.

Pros:

- lightweight

- Gore-tex waterproof material.

- Comfortable lining to avoid rubbing and blisters.

- Breathable material so that you avoid excess sweating.  

- Sturdy tread for extra grip.

- Strong lacing hooks.

- Three distinct layers to avoid wearing down.

 

Cons:

- The sizing runs slightly narrow.