Our verdict
It should be as clear as day as to what the MQM 3 brings to the table—give every hiker surefootedness without skimping on mobility. Straight out of the gate, this day hiking shoe from Merrell feels super-plush, making negotiations across ruggedness pain- and blister-free. There's just this lingering question about whether or not it can last a few years.
Pros
- Remarkably supportive
- 10/10 lightness
- Lavish on the comfort front
- Immensely grippy
- Takes a big L in longevity
- Comfortable to the max
- Quite stable
Cons
- Underwhelming durability
- Lightweight hiking shoes
Its footbed could be cushier
Add a product:
- You want to know what it's like to free your toes from compression oppression.
- Lightweight hiking shoes Tenacity is its crowning glory.
- Jul 18, 2023.
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Track spikes and XC Trailhead from Lems if you want a tougher pair. And if a springier platform is what you're after, skip the Merrell hiking shoes for the waterproof Top 22% in.
Merrell hiking shoes
Explorers in droves commend the bracing sole unit of the Merrell hiking shoes. One of them says, "They provide excellent support for these tasks," and two of those are lots of walking and garden work. Another reviewer has this in their report: "Can wear them for hours, and my feet don't get tired."
Merrell hiking shoes
This urban hiker from Merrell is loved by many for its barely-there construction (it weighs a measly 315 grams apiece). "The best-ever lightweight hiking shoes," says a true-blue fan of the brand about his MQM 3s.
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Many trail-goers are stoked about the roominess of the MQM 3's forefoot section. One of them calls it a "generous toe box," while another commenter hails it as "a winner!"
Who should buy the Merrell hiking shoes
Adventurers deeply admire the top-shelf surface traction of the third-gen Merrell MQM. A tried hiker among them says that it's a "sturdy shoe with lots of grip." Another one says, "The Vibram soles give me confidence walking in early winter conditions."
But arguably the best one is this remark from a vlogger: "Traction has been wonderful in them." He says that you will have no problems negotiating limestone surfaces, muddy trails, and rooty valleys in it.
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Based on reviews, the Merrell hiking shoes is crazy comfortable on day one. Backing this statement are the comments "insanely comfortable" and "They are ready to go out of the box."
Track spikes and XC
There are those who criticize the featured shoe's flimsiness. "Although they are very comfortable and light, they are too fragile," says one of them. Another non-professional reviewer is disappointed that his MQM 3 has wear and tear despite using it only for two months.
Takes a big L in longevity
Hikers are drawn to the stabilizing prowess of the Merrell hiking shoes. One of them says that it's "much better than the recent Brooks sneakers designed for balance."
The MQM 3's forgettable footbed
Underfoot cushioning is lackluster in the Merrell hiking shoes. "Change up the insoles as soon as you can," says YouTuber (he believes that it's as plain as a very thin Styrofoam). Another trail-goer says that in this kick, "There's room for gel pads."
