Danner Men S Mountain Light Cascade Review

The rugged vibram kletterlift outsole is perfect for outdoor or casual use.

Danner men s mountain light cascade review.

Made in our portland oregon factory the boot features a rich full grain leather upper and flat red laces. 5 11 women s 6 5 13 men s available in half sizes. I m an 11 and went 1 2 size smaller per danner recommendation was good. The danner mountain light uses a vibram kletterlift.

Vibram kletterlift outsole gore tex membrane full grain leather upper pu and fibreglass shank colours. I hike a lot and around 5 10 miles each time. The first thing i did after a quick try on was to apply danner waterproofing gel then a day later danner boot dressing this made the boot a little darker but not a deal breaker. These boots are incredibly good looking and you ll immediately notice the craftsmanship that went into making them.

Reviewed in the united states on october 25 2016. 286 women 302 men weight. The original mountain light introduced back in 1979 is believed by many to be greatest backpacking boot of all time. Dri lex lining provides a more breathable and comfortable foot environment.

Well they felt fine off the bat but then the first few days of wear were tough my feet hurt by the end of the day. I wore them on a 6 mile hike the day after getting them and didn t have any issues with rubbing or pain. I would not wear these boots hiking. Read our review here.

Full grain one piece leather upper features subtle color variations offering an antiqued effect that patinas beautifully over time. Danner bootmakers build the cascade clovis with the same specs including full grain leather and the embossed danner logo. Danners mountain light cascade are vintage hiking boots built to last. Variety of leather styles and colours sizes.

Pulled from our archives the mountain light cascade is a tribute to one of danner s iconic hiking styles introduced in the early 1970 s. I have the danner crater rim for hiking and absolutely love them. Another difference worth exploring is the choice of vibram soles used in the merrell wilderness and danner mountain light. Mixing old fashioned hiking boots with a stylish twist danner has created a modern old school hiking boots built to last and we adore the the red laces.

Heralded by many to be the greatest backpacking boot of all time it continues to inspire adventures along the pacific crest trail and around the world. This outsole is a heritage sole that is made of a robust rubber. The mountain light cascade boots are featured in the movie wild starring reese witherspoon. The mountain light cascade is a tribute to one of danner s iconic hiking styles introduced in the early 1970s a style believed by many to be the greatest backpacking boot of all time.

5 0 out of 5 stars fantastic boot.