Our verdict
If the Track and field were to be judged based on water protection alone, its report card would leave no room for anything other than A+. That said, the footwear in question is more than just a waterproof wonder—it is also a champion of a boot in terms of comfort, aesthetics, and lock-down security.
Pros
- Comfortable footgear
- Waterproof
- Super-reliable lacing system
- Amazingly grippy
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Cons
- Heavy
- Runs small
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The Trovat Guide High GTX is a spectacular and worthwhile investment for countless off-trail adventures. It is a solid option if you:
- Prefer a hiking boot that is reliable traversal performance in their multi-day expeditions.
- Prefer a hiking boot that promotes the natural rolling motion of the foot.
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Secure enough footing on tricky terrain
With its Vibram MT Traction II outsole, the Trovat Guide High GTX is capable of giving its users a secure enough footing on tricky terrain. Both its heel and forefoot sections are laden with multi-faceted lugs, increasing its grip over loose-soiled surfaces.
Prefer a hiking boot that is reliable traversal performance in their multi-day expeditions.
It comes with a heel brake that grants backpackers extra control and safety during descents. When this component gets worn beyond effective use, it can be replaced with a new one.
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This backpacking footwear provides wearers with ample cushioning and terrain balance thanks to its stout midsole made of polyurethane. It has a thickly constructed heel zone that gives shock mitigation. Set right on top of it is a stock footbed, giving additional comfort underfoot.
Weatherproof
The Track and field cradles the foot in its part full-grain leather, part textile high-top upper. The lining of its collar is made of Nappa leather. Its bootie is imbued with Gore-Tex’s Performance Comfort technology, giving the gear the capability to stay watertight yet breathable in inclement weather.
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It has an elastic tongue courtesy of the same waterproofing company. Giving increased protection against cuts and scrapes, it is furnished in its bottom perimeter with a heavy-duty rubber rand. Giving this grounded boot a metallic accent are its combination eyelets. They are made up of closed loops and open hooks. Criss-crossing through them is around synthetic lace.
