Hi-Tec Men's Bandera Lite Walking Boots

Product Information

The Hi Tec Bandera is a 100% leather and textile mid top hiking boot. It’s not completely waterproof, but it’s close to it. Although that might be a negative to some people, it does allow it to be very breathable.

Part of the best-selling Bandera range, these men's waterproof walking boots are a great choice for dog walkers and outdoor lovers. Product Details Personally, I don’t like to sacrifice any comfort on the trail where I can avoid it and I would expect an insole to do its job adequately on a new pair of hiking boots. I also go off trail very regularly so not ideal if the insoles aren’t giving me the comfort I need. For entry level hiking that will last the course in harder terrain, the Meindl Vakuum boots are an excellent option. As well as hiking, if you do a bit of fishing, they might work fine as a pair of boots to protect your feet while walking to and from your fishing spots, that sort of thing. If you need a pair of sturdier boots for normal day-to-day use, then the Bandera’s should fit the bill well too.From a style and look perspective, first impressions were that the Bandera has a very technical style to it. The upper is constructed using waterproof suede leather and mesh with striped nylon straps running alongside it. The Logo is quite prominent both on the tongue and the bottom rear of the boot as well as a logo mold on the front. You won’t forget your branding in a hurry that is for sure. All of that rests on top of a MDT rugged rubber outsole. For many people, who want a cheap boot for light trail work at the weekend the Bandera’s would probably be perfect, for me they were just painful. It lists most of the features I would look for in a hiking boot but I wanted to do a deep dive into each of these key areas to see what I could find in terms of performance, comfort, durability and so on. Comfort Hi Tec hiking boots are well established within the hiking community, and many people have become fans over time.

This boot is made with a suede leather and nylon upper. It also has a protective toe bumper and heel guard. The inside of the boot has a waterproof membrane and a padded EVA midsole. When it comes to the outsole, the Logan fairs well compared to other Hi Tec hiking boots. It has a multi-directional traction MDT outsole, so it’s durable and has plenty of grip. When it comes to searching for a stylish hiking boot that’s also practical, it doesn’t get much better than the St. Moritz 200. As far as the outsole goes, Hi Tec gave the Sierra Tarma their classic multi-directional MDT outsole, which is known for holding up over time.

This of course leaves room for interpretation but if something busts after only a month or two I think they would be hard pushed not to offer you something. Short of hiking over hot lava or some other mad and extreme conditions, the basics should be expected to hold up for a period under reasonable conditions.

Inside of the boot is a EVA midsole and a OrthoLite insole, making these boots unbelievably comfortable. They also have a breathable waterproof membrane, so they keep feet dry at all times. The shaft of the boot measures 5″ from the arch, and it has a 1.5″ heel. Similar to other Hi Tec boots, the Altitude Lite has a multi-directional MDT outsole. Overall the Hi Tec Skamania is a pretty solid boot, especially if you want to get matching “his and hers” gear. The outside of the boot is just as impressive as the inside. It has i-Shield water-repellent and stain resistant properties, so they stay looking nice and new for longer.Despite not being quite as popular as other Hi Tec models, the Altitude Lite is still an amazing hiking boot. The mid-sole, the piece between the outsole and the upper, of the boot is constructed using EVA. EVA stands for Ethylene-vinyl acetate. It is a polymer that has good stress and impact resistance properties. This boot is made from a combination of leather and leather coated with ballistic rubber, making them extremely durable and completely waterproof. They use a OrthoLite impression insole that contours to your feet overtime, giving them a more custom fit. Although Hi Tec makes some excellent unisex hiking boots, they also make some great models that are exclusively designed with ladies in mind. The OX comes in a high and mid version, but there is also a low version that’s more like a shoe than a boot. It’s much lower than traditional hiking boots, but it still provides more ankle support than a normal shoe.