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Whether you opt for lightweight trail runners or a sturdy pair of boots, the best hiking shoes will offer comprehensive protection from rocks and debris and create a good grip on the dirt. If you’re in the market for a pair, one of REI's most popular is now over $100 off—the lowest we've ever seen.
The Adidas Terrex Free Hiker Gore-Tex 2.0 Hiking Shoes are on sale at REI for just $110, a 50% discount on its normal price of $220. This lightweight and supportive mid-top boot has earned hundreds of five-star ratings from REI shoppers, earning it a spot among the top 10 bestselling men's hiking shoes on the site. It’s available in one colorway (Wonder Steel/Grey Three/Orange) and it's still available in sizes 8 to 12.5, though we're expecting them to sell out soon.
These mid-top sneaker-inspired hiking shoes are lightweight and waterproof, and offer a supportive ride and reliable grip on the trail. The Primeknit upper and gusseted tongue create a close wrap around your foot, so it doesn’t slide around while overlays on the exterior of the toe box help it stand up to scrapes and encounters with terrain. It’s also made with an integrated Gore-Tex membrane to keep your feet from getting soaked by rain or splashes. The midsole is made with Adidas’ Boost foam—the same responsive cushioning used in its Ultraboost running shoes—and it’s paired with an EVA frame to support your foot and guide it through each stride. Everything sits on a durable Continental rubber outsole with chevron-shaped lugs that dig into soft ground for superb traction.
REI shoppers have been sounding off about the Terrex Free Hiker’s exceptional comfort and performance. “It fits great and it is very comfortable,” one shopper said. “I've tried other brands in the past but this hiker blows the competition away.” Another shopper said it combined “the comfort of a lifestyle shoe” with the “capabilities of a hiking boot.”
“Absolutely love these, super comfortable and cool,” another satisfied shopper said. “You can wear them all day.” Another shopper was so impressed with the Terrex Free Hiker that they purchased two pairs—and they weren’t the only reviewer who reported doing so. “Mind blown is how you'll feel with these on,” they said.
Hiking boots are an investment, and getting a solid pair for just $110 is a major bargain—especially when they’re as highly regarded as the Adidas Terrex Free Hiker Gore-Tex 2.0. But with a price this low, many shoppers will likely be taking advantage of the deal, so snag a pair of these boots while you can.
