Customer Reviews Garmont Eclipse III XCR®

As recommended by a foot specialist, I originally purchased this shoe to correct some problems I was having with arch and ankle support. This has been my choice of shoes for the past two years. No more trips to the chiropractor of PT. Very solid shoe that holds up for months without wearing down, great overall support. I now rotate out to a new pair every six months and buy backups in case the shoe ever gets discontinued. Much cheaper to upgrade to a new pair of shoes more frequently then pay the medical bills.

Order a whole size bigger for sure, especially if you have a bit of a wider foot or high instep.

This is a great walking and hiking shoe. It's very comfortable, has good support and is stiff enough for true hiking. Also comes with a roomy toe box for those who need wiggle room.

Order 1/2 size larger for thin socks--order 1 full size larger if you use the padded arches or wear medium wool socks. These shoes are cut small.

Found said shoes to be comfortable and durable. Contrary to a previous review, I found no difficulty in keeping the shoelaces tied. Used said shoes on a recent trip to the jungles of central America and had no complaints. I would recommend them!

Great hiking shoe. Robust without being heavy. Love it on rocks and uneven surfaces. If you need to carry large loads, of course, get a boot.

I am very happy with the Garmont Eclipse XCR, it is very comfortable and my feet feel a lot better with the added support that I wasn't getting in the tennis shoes I was wearing. I am considering ordering a second pair to wear around the house and to do my garden work in.

Very comfortable I normally wear Lowa, wanted to try a different shoe. Seem pretty good so far! Great tread. Has an additional insole for extra cushion.

I got my Garmont shoes a month or so ago. My previous shoes were also Garmont (the low cut boot version of this shoe). I bought these shoes for everyday use, as I do a great deal of walking and standing throughout each day. I also do a fair amount of hiking, climbing, and backpacking; but, I don't generally wear these shoes for that purpose. I have hiked short (5 miles decent trails in these shoes and have no complaints. Zappos customer service is, of course, outstanding. I got my shoes in good condition the day after I ordered them (how can you beat that). I like these shoes because the unique lacing pattern allows you to tighten them up without binding your foot. They also have a roomy toe box, which I like. Of course the Gore stuff is a must for walking through wet grass and such. I'll say that the shoes are true to size, but maybe run a tad smallish. They give you an insert to put under the insole if you want a tighter fit. For example, I am between an 8.5 and a 9. I ordered the 8.5 and wear them without the insert. I might have gotten the 9 and used the insert. It just depends on the feel you want.

I recently left behind on accident, my Montrails that I had worn for years at a condo in Steamboat and was extremely bummed, so I set out to find a replacement. Montrail no longer makes the style that I had become accustomed to, so I started doing some research in to a new hiking shoe. Garmont's hiker topped my list by far primarily due to their reputation and durability ratings, and once I actually got the shoe I was definitely satisfied with my pick. The shoe so far has exceeded my expectations and I look forward to future treks in this shoe.

Seems like a very well built hiking shoe for rugged conditions. I decided I needed something with more cushion in the heel and more like a trail runner. This shoe looks like it’s good quality, but it's not what I need.

The shoes are working out great! I purchased them for the purpose of being up in the snowy mountains and I couldn’t have made a better decision. But be sure not to confuse these shoes with standard pair trail shoes that are designed for constant long bouts of trailing. These Garmonts would become uncomfortable after 3-4 hours of wear.

Only had them a month but a great shoe. Comfortable with great cushioning, solid sole. Fits to size.

These shoes are the best for overall daily wearing and hiking. I work in these shoes every day. They are awesome.

This is my third pair of Garmont Eclipse III XCR's. I wear them daily on my coastal walks and find them very comfortable and supportive. The large toe box is especially appreciated. Zappos was kind enough to e-mail me when my size came in and promptly shipped them to me when I ordered. Another Zappos fan!

Just what I wanted. I searched high and low for a durable pair of trail hikers. These were the only ones that really caught my eye. These look and feel like an excellent pair of shoes. I just got them today so time will tell. I feel I made the right choice.

Great Shoe - This shoe bends at the toe at just the right angle where my toes bend. It's a sturdy shoe but very light weight, and very comfortable.

Super shoe - Great shoe, sturdy light weight, comfortable, came with two sets of insoles. Good fit. Great shoe for the money...Zappos even upgraded my shipping. Good people to deal with you will get real customer service...Good shoe for wet and mud.

Been Great - Out of the box comfort. Made a large day hike (5,000 ft. elevation) and no problems at ALL. No complaints.

Absolutely satisfied with the Eclipse III XCR. 2nd pair. First pair lasted 5 years of constant use. Did however prefer the dark green color. Will continue to purchase this product.

I use this shoe in a warehouse setting. I am on my feet about 10 hours a day. First shoe that I had to buy a new insole due to discomfort. Lasted about 6 months because is falling apart. Based on Lowa's and La Sportiva it didn't last as long, but is a cheaper shoe.

Great shoe to wear. Very comfortable and also great looking. The problem with the shoe is that the sole started falling apart after 1 year. The other problem is that the shoe (like many) are made in China. I hate buying stuff from China.

Initially the shoe felt great. Mine only lasted 3 months before the heel of the shoe wore smooth (I walk a lot and generally am happy with 6 months from my everyday shoes). Did not wear well. Kept coming untied. They are probably good shoes for the purpose intended (trail shoe /approach type shoe), but not appropriate for lots of walking on hard surfaces. I can't give this expensive shoe a high rating for these reasons. I would expect more from a shoe in this price range.

Upon first wearing the shoes I was very satisfied with the comfort. However this seemed to have diminished quickly. Within 3 months the left shoe began to squeak, followed by the right. The synthetic uppers abrade easily and the toe guard was quick to separate from them on the sides. Now 5 months into owning these the toe guard has further separated leaving a 2 inch tear on both shoes in the same spot. I am extremely dissatisfied with the durability of these shoes and will not be purchasing Garmont ever again. I’ve had shoes that cost half as much last twice as long.