Customer Reviews Salomon Quest 4 GTX®

I bought these boots because I needed something sturdy and stable for mixed terrain. I've only hiked in them once, so far, but these boots are very comfortable, stabe yet flexible, and sturdy. As with some of the other reviews, I noticed that they are not waterproof, but I don't really care if my feet get a little wet in the summer. Lastly, like I said they are comfortable, but they would be even more so with a little more cushioning.

My newest purchase of this book is actually my fourth pair. I keep buying them because I can not find a more comfortable pair of high quality hiking boots. For the record I don't hike like I once did as I'm 72 years old. I actually use them on a daily basis however working in my preservation heirloom apple orchard. I also have had serious ankle problems for years and these are the safest books I can find for my ankles. I found the last pair to have been more durable than the earliest ones.

Bought these boots for a hiking trip to West Virginia in the fall (2022). They performed well during 40 through 50 degree Fahrenheit weather with several days of rain.

I've worn this model for the last 5 hunting seasons in Idaho. Great boot. They don't last more than a season, usually blow out in the toe at the semi-rand. Maybe a full wrap would be a better option? Comfortable from day 1 and stable on every terrain found in the mountains. They seem to shrink over the course of the hunting season too but I'm guessing that's due to continues exposure to water and snow? I tried a 1/2 size up and the flex in the toe box was off so I went back to 11s. Great boot, just wish they were more durable for the price.

What a super boot.. torsionally stiff, minimal forefoot flex , lightweight and good enough cushion through the midsole and a sweet lace lock at mid-foot fit. In all, this excellent backpacking boot makes for a great day hikes as well.. fit is very subjective but for me, it's a great boot with some much excellent features.

I had the Quest 4 boots 6 weeks. We hike in pretty rough country, they're very comfortable and supportive . But the rubber toe cover already has a tear in it. I have a little concern on how durable they are? I still love them.

These boots fit my wider feet well. The lacing system is a little cumbersome but holds firm once completed. The soles grip well in a forest environment, grippjng rock and wood.

It's stable but light, which is exactly what I want.

I got these because Vasque wasn't available anymore. These require 5 to 8 miles of break in and are a heavier boot, not complaining just stating a fact, I'm 78 and the laces are a little difficult to deal with however once on they are comfortable and have good grip on multiple surfaces. I haven't gone on any long hikes yet with them mostly 3 to 4 miles, time will tell.

This is my 2nd pair of these boots & would buy a third. I'm an occasional hiker typically completing a handful hike a year. This boot doesn't take much time to break in & is sturdy enough for my backpacking treks. I have to replace the inserts as I find the included ones do not provide enough comfort or support.

I bought these boots for hiking 14ers, very light and look well made. The test is yet to come in heavy scree and talus. So far they seem comfortable for a boot.

I bought these boots for my husband's birthday. He had the same ones before but in a different colour and they got stolen and he just loves them! He only wears Solomon hiking boots as he loves the grip he has when he uses them as well as the comfort and water protection. Great boots, might buy a pair for myself too!

These are a good boot. Definitely worth an investment. The tongue could go with more padding. And the new leather eyelet halfway needs a rethink. Solid and strong. I've recommended them already.

Just a few weeks before I went on a himalaya trek in Nepal I bought a pair of Quest 4 GTX walking boots. The Q4's have good specs in terms of sturdiness, low weight and solid water resistance and they look the part too. Since I also needed that additional support around my ankles the Q4 was an easy choice. Initially it was a painful fit around my right ankle which is slightly more protruding than my left one. The stiffness of the material put too much pressure. Only after persevering and repeatedly flexing the material manually did the situation gradually improve. I'm happy to report they now fit perfectly and this was just a temporary startup problem. In the field I have to say I have been more than happy with the performance. The soles provide solid grip throughout, also on some quite tricky surfaces. The GTX breathes very nicely in what is moderate to cold temperatures (I have not tested them yet in hotter circumstances). They are really lightweight compared to traditional trekking shoes I used before, a major plus eapecially on long day walks going up. Mud goes off quickly. Wading through water is carefree, never once did I get wet socks. Overall I had a great trekking experience with these boots. The only thing I would recommend (but this goes generally for any shoe) is to replace the stock inlay soles with something slightly more advanced. Other than that the Q4GTX is clearly a great buy for these kinds of trekking applications, highly recommended.

On my 4th pair of these boots, the new ones with the arch strap take a bit of getting used too. Great boot for varied terrain, waterproof tested and works. Look after them and they will last. Usually have to replace due to wearing the treads out. Used daily.

These boots are my second pair. Great support. I wear them just about every day. Didn't take me long to break in. The design of the boot has changed a bit. Actually for the better. Last pair lasted about two years.

Really disappointed that this new version Quest 4 GTX is a far less comfortable version of the Quest 4D 3 GTX which I loved. The newly added plastic "Active Support System" rubs my foot There is significantly less ankle padding and a narrower more awkward tongue. The fit is a bit wider. Why make all these changes from the Quest 4D 3 GTX which was loved by so many owners (even if it did leak after a year or so, like its predecessors).

The first pair I owned were made in China and were super comfortable and durable. The second pair were comfortable out of the box but fell apart and leaked and were made in Vietnam. I now have a third pair which don't fit me as well as the earlier models and are made in Cambodia. I wish designers wouldn't keep changing the deatils that work.

I've had my boots right around a year. Hiked somewhere around 150 miles on the Buffalo National River as a weekend enthusiast. These boots are my all time favorite! The locking lace system helps my ankles feel supported beyond measure. Love the waterproofing, unless I get in deep water my feet say DRY! The double toe, you could kick a tank and won't feel it! My only complaint, I wish this boot's sole had the textured lugs found on the pricier Forces boot. I've found the bottom can be slick at times. Aside from that minor issue this boot is Killer! Love them!!!! Also, I hope the textured lugs do help because I will be buying the Quest Forces boot soon for my next setup!

Salomon Quest 4 GORE-TEX review. I purchased these boots on recommendation from my doctor. I suffer from Hallux rigidus requiring injections every 3 months in an effort to reduce the pain. I purchased a pair eight months ago, albeit skeptical, yet my first impression was WOW, what a comfortable boot. I was at the three month mark and realized I didn't feel the need to schedule an appointment with my doctor, in fact I was able to double the time needed for injections. Six months, my next doctor visit left him blown away as well, the Quest 4 was the star of the show! The feel, and fit was so natural, like a pair of socks. The only issue was the nylon liner in the first lace loop pulled away every now and then I would hear squeak from my left boot sole. Seven months and still comfortable as ever. However, no longer waterproof and squeaking from sole more frequent. Eight months, and my Quest 4 boots remain as comfortable as ever. Unfortunately I have noticed the the protective toe cap separating from the leather and the soles front bumper is pulling away from toe cap. The frequent squeaky sole has now progressed to constant. In closing I will give 5 stars for comfort, fit, and function. I will go with 3 stars due to material quality failures. Overall 4 stars and I highly recommend the Quest 4 especially if you have medical foot issues. I shall return soon with a one year update. Thank Salomon for build a near perfect boot, less the shortcomings noted.

I've had about 3 weeks working in the snow with these boots, and they have preformed wonderfully! Surprisingly warm for uninsulated boots but not so warm that they cannot be worn in a heated building. Good tread- they seem to grip everything I step onto great waterproofing- haven't had wet socks once.

I bought these a year and a half ago, and used them for some decent long hikes. Took a painful while to break-in but ended up being comfy and perfect for hiking in. Generally comfy for my feet (odd blister but I get these with almost every shoe). I started using them as daily boots for a standing-up job, so they got a lot of miles in. Due to my flooring at work, the soles have worn down to the point they aren't waterproof. This is regular wear and tear so acceptable. However, they are starting to come apart at the seams where the fabric joins the sole, which is unfortunate. I have received a refund for these, and will likely replace them, but be aware of this failure from heavy use. I suspect if used infrequently for hiking in, they'd have lasted much longer, so I will only deduct a single star for the actual failure - all other damage to me is acceptable wear and tear.

Bought Fall 2021 and wore to break them in during fall and winter couple of times a month in preparation for the coming summer. Wore these boots for Summer 2022 as a beginner trekker. I have no complaints wearing them. They feel like good boots. Better than anything I've worn previously. Though these are my first expensive shoes. I did have to pick a pair that's considerably larger number than my foot size. Salomon's of my size were really small. Ordering online not recommended, try them out before buying. I am having issues with blisters though. I picked a size that leaves a thumb-size breathing room for the toes wearing a combinatio of liner- and merino wool socks. My toes were aching after a days hike regularily and I replaced the insoles with expensive arch-supporting ones after I had a toenail take extensive damage. (Resulted in it peeling off entirely). The new insoles removed the hurting toes-issue entirely. I also get blisters under my toes if wearing two socks, or while wearing no liner socks, I instead get blisters around the heels. I cycle socks every few hours or so on the trail. So dry socks aren't helping. Water has not come through the boots while walking on submerged duckboards The shoes dry out relatively quickly if given the chance, after a days hike or after a night of absorbing moisture from the surrounding climate. I walk with a backpack weighing 1/4 of my weight with the support of trekking poles. The high ankle support has high likely saved me from a few rough twists. Impacts with roots or the shoe lodging into rock/root crevices have protected my toes and feet from all potential direct pain and damage. About 200km/125miles behind me and I'm seeing first signs of the toe guard rubber peeling off on the sides of both shoes. Attempting to combat this with shoe-glue. I can not tell whether this is due to how I use the boots or whether it's an intentional or unintentional result of the boots shock absorption design. My main concern all in all is whether a better choice in boots would result in less blisters, or more boot durability. My knowledge in choosing right footwear isn't good enough to figure it out. But the Solomon Quest 4 GTX's have have been a loyal and reliable pair of boots keeping me on the trail rather than the hospital for average distances of 20km/12miles a day with a heavy backpack.

My husband wears these daily. This is the 4th pair purchased. He is in the nursery agriculture business and is hard on boots. These are his favorite boots and they last him about a year. The most recent boot has a stiffer shaft, which causes ankle pain. They are still his go to boot for work.

Salomon is one of the few shoe/boot companies that offers men's size 12.5 D. I've been forced to wear size 12 and 13 from other mfg's. constantly searching for a 12 that runs large, or a 13 that runs small. I'm so happy to find these Salomon's in 12-1/2. I'm not super happy about the color, thus the reason for 4 of 5 stars. Other than that, these boots appear to be very well made. I especially like the lacing system and the sole/support design.