After reviewing Ahnu’s Emeryville Oxfords, I just couldn’t get enough. I wanted to see what Ahnu design and technology could do for a hiking boot. When I told them of my interest, the promptly sent along the Montara hiking boot in astral aura for me, and the Coburn boot in olive for my husband. They wanted his feet to be comfy, too. How kind! I’ll include Ty’s feedback on the Coburn boot in a future post!
So far I’ve taken the Montara hiking boot on several day hikes and one backpacking trip to Hell’s Canyon, but I didn’t have to take them anywhere at all to see how cute they are. I’ve never really felt like I could get away with wearing hiking boots around town, but these are so light and still dainty looking, so I don’t feel weird just going on a normal walk in them or wearing them to do something as simple as Geo Cache and get ice cream with family. They look good with my jeans as well as my hiking clothes. Not only are they cute, but they are lighter than any other boot I have tried. They are true to size, supportive, and there was no break-in time.
I tested the waterproofing in these boots to the limit and experienced no leakage. Just check out the pictures!
First, I went to step in the shallow stream. Then this happened. Just mud, up to my ankles, almost!
Then I went to rinse them off and take a stroll up a part of the stream with a slightly more solid bottom.
Good as new! I was utterly amazed. And my feet were dry. I feel invincible in these. Despite such serious waterproofing, Ahnu uses eVENT technology to keep them breathable. They definitely weren’t sweat buckets, even in the pretty intense heat we experienced in Hell’s Canyon.
After my two experiences with Ahnu shoes, I would recommend the brand for just about anything. Next time I need a comfy pair of sandals… Ahnu. Yoga shoes… Ahnu. Boots… Ahnu. For anyone looking to get a hiking boot, I would say you don’t even need to shop around, just browse Ahnu, you’ll find something top-of-the-line, stylish, and ethically made.
Buy the Montara hiking boot here!
Go in style,
Jacquelyn
Photo Credit: Brittan Hart
I received this item for review purposes, but all opinions expressed are my own.