Danner Men S Mountain Light Ii Review

As both of these mountain light models are comparable in price it is interesting to note that the mountain light ii to has a gore tex lining.

Danner men s mountain light ii review.

The danner mountain light is made on a wider last and is only available in ee sizes. Great boot for most people looking for a combination of a traditional and more modern hiking boot. Anyhoo if you like me are comfortable in size 11 nike s a danner mountain light ii in 10 5ee should work for you. For heavy duty comfort the danner mountain light ii is like stepping into a tank lined with velvet.

I noticed that there were a few reviews talking about how the boot s tongue would annoyingly shift to the side when you re wearing the boots and this would really drive me crazy too. 286 women 302 men weight. The vasques fit great and have a very good design but the last two pairs seem to be made of cheaper materials both the soles and the leather uppers seem to wear out quickly. I have a wide foot and used to wear vasque sundowners in their wide sizes.

5 0 out of 5 stars first pair lasted 30 years reviewed in the united states on january 17 2020 these danner light ii boots are a near exact replacement for a pair of danner light boots i bought 30 years ago. Legendary among hikers and backpackers worldwide the usa made mountain light hiking boot is legendary for its unmatched quality durability and support. 5 11 women s 6 5 13 men s available in half sizes. Heel counters not padded.

Gore tex lining provides waterproof protection. The danner mountain light ii is available in both a regular and ee size. Tongue slippage solved. We also like the mountain light ii for the fact that they have a more modern looking style.

The danner mountain light ii seems to be a good boot but not a great boot. Lightweight for what it is. The vibram kletterlift outsole offers lightweight comfort as well as superb shock absorption and guarantees great traction and stability on both wet and dry surfaces. Order a clear danner boot dressing if you want to keep them matte black.

I ve had these for almost 6 months now. You should add danner black clear leather boot dressing to your order. I kicked the crap out of these boots for well over 400 miles in caves through briars and on gnarly rock outcroppings. They take about a week to break in properly.

Variety of leather styles and colours sizes. This is the most comfortable boot i ve tested and it keeps getting more comfortable the longer i use it. Danner recommends that you go a half size down in their ee sizes for a more comfortable fit. Vibram kletterlift outsole gore tex membrane full grain leather upper pu and fibreglass shank colours.

I will update my review in a few months. I am very happy with my danner mountain light ii boots.