TimberlandMen's Mt. Maddsen Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot

I've never owned a pair of Timberland boots. I always just saw rappers and urban-dwellers sporting them more like a fashion trend than a functional hiking boot. I figured that's all they were. Soo... time comes I need a new pair of hiking boots after my 8-year-old HiTecs (which I loved) got tore up by volcanic rock and I run across Timberlands as an option. After doing a bit of research I discover that they are highly-rated (for a mid-priced boot) and have a long history of making solid, reliable boots. I liked the clean lines and construction of an all-leather-upper boot compared to the overly-complicated construction of others I was considering (Merrill, Keen, etc...). I fell in love with the look of the Castle Rock color and pattern. I know... you should'nt buy a tool cuz it's pretty. Tools are meant to be used and should look like they get used. I truly believe that and I am over-all a very utilitarian kinda guy. That said... I loved the way these looked. I loved them even more when I pulled them from the box! The photo's do not do the Castle Rock version justice. I found myself worried that I might not want to hike in them... they'ld get dirty! But hike in them I did and I could not be happier with my choice. These boots are comfortable almost right out of the box. They are super light for an all-leather boot. Looooong laces allowed me to lace them to shape everything around my foot and lock them to my heel. They are warm without being hot. The sole is super sticky on every surface and whisper quiet when walking indoors on hardfloors. Don't usually care about how quiet my hiking boot is but for some reason it really impressed me! They are so comfortable that even after wearing them for 12-14 hours straight I found myself not wanting to take them off. Soooo comfortable... and did I say they look awesome?? I got em dirty from snow, mud, streams, filthy puddles; red-clay dirt, etc... They cleaned right up like new! They kept my feet warm in the snow, dry in the streams. I love these boots! I will buy them again! Did I say they look awesome?? :)Regarding the fitment... I have a wide foot and typically I do a 10.5 wide in most other shoe styles (athletic, business, dress, etc...). With hiking boots I've found that Im a solid 10 and with some brands I do not need the wide. I ordered accordingly... 10 regular. They were comfortable but a bit snug. I returned them and went with the 10-wide. Perfection! Got a wide foot? Go for the wide option. Watch some vids on ways you can lace a boot to fit your foot's unique shape and you can really dial these in. The D-rings are steel and strong and rivetted to the upper. The four lacing hooks at the top are also riveted. They are a little shallow to support a surgeon's knot lace method but it works just fine.I can't say enough about how impressed I am with these boots! Get them. Dont even think twice! Go for the Castle Rock, version. They look so good I find myself wanting to wear them in lieu of any of my other shoes.

Great boots so far (6 months in). I'm a park ranger, so they have a slightly hard life. Great look, good ankle support. They fit perfectly. They've been waterproof so far, but I've only been in water a couple inches deep. I did get some insoles, but I do that with all my shoes due to a club foot and a lot of standing/walking.They're holding up and have over performed my expectations (I'm always looking for affordable quality shoes). My shoes usually last about two years and at this point I'll happily buy another pair of these when the time comes.

After trying many way too soft modern styles, I was looking for the sturdiness and support of a high quality leather boot. Hopefully these will finally fit the bill. Contrary to some reviews and AI info, they do need a break-in period. I am still breaking them in so I am not 100% ready to endorse them yet, but they are coming along well. They are relatively lightweight but are not as light as synthetic fabric boots or trail runners. They're not unusually hot at all, again contrary to some other reviews. The grip and support are excellent. There is no problem with the speed lacing eyelets catching like they sometimes do on others - the eyelet appears to be a new design to fix that problem. Like with all boots I bought a half size larger and added a Spenco insole to replace the existing one, but after doing this many times I can say the US11.5 seems true to size. Will update this when I get them on the trail and in the weather - I can't vouch for the waterproofing yet but I expect it to be fine. If the boot holds up well, which I have come to expect from Timberland, this is an excellent price.

Haven't used a lot, but about 6 hikes. Quite comfortable (I added an insert...I always do), and nice and lightweight. I haven't worn through water yet, so not sure about the waterproof ability, but I've worn enough to recommend them. If something changes I'll edit this later. However, as all the Timberland's I have, have somewhat thinner outer soles than more expensive boots, I do not expect the soles to wear as long...but well worth the price. I have had good traction on rocky terrain, so far, as well. The fit is great, if you like a roomy toe box, which I do. I didn't even have to buy them in a Wide, which I typically do other boots.

It was a gift for my father. He uses it every day, and it still looks like new. It's very comfortable for him, especially since he has wide feet. I bought half a size up from what he usually wears, and it fits him perfectly

They break in quickly, and have served me well since i got them.

Super buenas las botas, ya se han comprado 2 y realmente son muy comodas.

Las botas cumplen con lo que dicen. Muy comodas