Customer Reviews Merrell Moab 2 GTX

For the vegan lovers - I have not worn the shoes out properly yet, so I'm unable to review the quality and water resistance, but hopefully I can help you with the size. I generally float between a 10.5 and 11 men's shoe, with medium width, but a "tall" foot (presumably I have a moderate to high arch) so some shoes can feel more compressed top to bottom than side to side, if that makes sense. For some reference, I sport chucks comfortably as a size 10.5 with enough room at the toe and no real issue with either being too snug or too loose. Chucks size 11 fit ok, but are a little on the bigger side in length. I originally ordered the Merrell Moab 2 GTX in size 10.5. It fit like a glove right out of the box with lightweight socks on - except - my big toe was just a little too close to the end of the shoe (1/4" to 3/8" gap) and I knew that, when hiking up and down hills, my foot would shift forward a bit in the shoe and my toe would rub occasionally. So, I exchanged for the size 11. The size 11 fit just as well, but pleasantly allowed for more room at the front. I know I won't have to worry about any rubbing while hiking. The heel felt a little loose (nothing major), but I had lightweight summer socks on at the time and I know I'll be in a mid-weight to heavier weight sock when I wear these in the cooler and wetter Oregon months. So, I'd consider these fitting true to size, but if you float between sizes, you may want to choose "up" like I ended up doing. Additionally, these are a heavy hiking shoe and I hope that speaks to their ability to take a beating. The size 11's clocked in at a good 17 ounces (per shoe) on my scale. And, it seems like I'm a good inch taller wearing them due to the thick bottoms. If the Moab's quality fails me and interferes with my chantarelle and hedgehog bounties, you will most certainly read an updated review. Tread respectfully. (p.s. For hiking and water resistance, I also considered the Salomon Outline GTX. I ordered them in size 11. They fit like a glove out of the box and feel like a feather compared to the Moab. Really attractive shoe too, in my opinion. I will be keeping them for low-key wet urban hikes. I cannot yet speak to their quality; only their fit at this point.) Oh, and during the Moab exchange, I once again experienced great (and cheerful) customer service from Zappos. Always a bonus.