HI-TECBlack Rock WP Mid Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots, Lightweight Breathable Backpacking and Trail Shoes

I've worn HI-Tec's for decades, and they always run a little small. So, if you want some room for movement and foot swelling, or if you plan to a wear a thick boot sock (think wet weather and mountain hiking in the PNW), you'll want to order a 1/2 size to a full size larger than your normal shoe size. This is also true if you normally wear a wide size. In my case, I normally wear a US size 12 M or US size 12 W (depending on the shoe manufacturer). For me a HI-TEC US Size 12 is tight and just barely has enough toe room when wearing a light weight boot sock. In my case a Size 13 was a better fit especially when wearing heavy weight boot socks. This boot is better than some that I've spent twice as much for. I bought two pairs when they were on sale.

I have been buying HI-TEC for years. Good quality at a fair price. I buy the same size when ordering on Amazon and the size fit is always good. You can always send them back if the fit is not right. Hiking boot fit is very important, so if they don't feel right send them back.

This review is for the HI-TEC Black Rock WP Mid Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots, Dark Grey/Medium Gray Size 10. This is the second pair of these I've owned. The first was the Dark Grey variation and I had zero issue with them. I've been buying HI-TEC shoes for at least 15 years. I'm a fan. Every new pair feels like I've been wearing it as long as the previous pair the moment I slip them on. In the past I had issue with the longevity of the soles of their shoes so I was really happy to see a pair with Vibram soles. The last pair did not disappoint, easily lasting an extra four to six months because of them. They generally provide good ankle support as well. This is a major point of concern for me since tearing the ligaments in my right ankle some time ago.On to the specifics to this pair.What I Like:This pair's fit was no different than the last 10 pairs, instantly comfortable. I liked the color and style of the Dark Grey/Medium Grey, and of course the Vibram soles.What I Don't Like:(See the photos)Less than two weeks after purchase, one of the lace hooks at the top of the left shoe snapped off. A few days later the same happened on the right shoe. About a week after that a second broke off the left shoe on the same side. That was the end of ankle support on that boot. Next, the two lowest hooks on each side snapped off of the left shoe. The hardware on these shoes seem to be sub-standard garbage. The previous pair's hardware appears to be some type of bronze colored alloy which is way stronger than what appears to be powder coated aluminium on the new ones.If you're someone who laces your shoes, don't buy these. They won't last you more than a month. It's a shame because the soles will last a good long time. Really disappointed.

Great actual fit. Price is right if 60 or below. I'm tough at work on shoes and these last a going 6 mos. of heavy work and crawling around.

I tried a couple of other brands since my last HiTec boot purchase, including a pair of their low-rise shoes. My feet just couldn't take it any more! Other brands just wore-out too quickly and caused blisters. I was not a happy camper to say the least.I had to go back and give these a try... and I'm glad I did! I didn't need to break them in and I walked several miles the day I put them on. My feet are very happy again!As far as the metal cleats for lacing, it's worth paying more to get them over lower-cost HiTec boots as the cloth eyelets seem to wear out and break after a few months. I think I will be wearing this pair for the nest couple of years if my past results predict the future.

I'm glad I found the same ones I was already used to, and at the price I got them for!

Hello, I purchased the HI-TEC Black Rock WP Mid Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots for my 16-year-old son's hiking trip. He hiked 11 days in the Adirondacks.Unfortunately, the boots did not hold up to less than two weeks of wear. The front of the sole came off of both boots. Though his toes did not break through the fabric, the gap between his toes & the sole causes it to catch. That is, the stitching at the toes is broken on both boots. They are no longer waterproof. Ultimately, they are no longer fit for hiking as they have lost structural integrity. I am happy to report that they were comfortable and he did not get any blisters.I would like a replacement or a refund as I expected a longer life.

I like the comfort but not the weight. Still a 5 star

Excelentes, sin ningún problema.

Boot was uneven on the right outer heal side, causing me feet/big toe slide toward left front. Can see indention on the insole due to this pressure. Left side is good & comfortable.

Compré estás botas porque las que normalmente uso ya cuestan más de 6 mil pesos, que es absurdo. Están no son tan baratas, pero en oferta 2,400 me pareció bien, sobre todo porque son impermeables y con suela Vibran. Aunque claro, Hi Tec es una marca con reputación de económica, más que de calidad. Pero estás se supone que son las mejores y más caras de esa marca. El diseño es muy bonito y son muy cómodas, pero....Por desgracia, al regresar de mi PRIMERA salida, una ruta de 4 horas de montaña, detecté que ya una pequeña sección cerca de la punta empezaba a despegarse. La deducción evidente es que las suelas no van a tardar mucho en despegarse. Le voy a poner un buen pegamento, para ver si puedo evitarlo. Pero no es algo que uno debería de hacer con botas nuevas.Y bueno, si no lo logro, tendré que ahorrar para comprar mi marca habitual, que si dura. No creo que la regla de lo barato sale caro es cierta en todos los casos, pero tal vez que en cuestión de botas de montaña quizás si lo sea. Pero bueno ahora hasta que duren, que cambiarlas va salir en lo mismo y si las regreso me quedo sin botas que uso mucho. Más no creo volver a comprar Hi Tec