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It’s a great time to be shopping for hiking shoes: This summer has seen hundreds of deals on popular styles like Adidas' Boost-equipped Terrex mid-tops, Merrell's low-top Moabs, and even plush trail shoes from Hoka. If it's generational craftsmanship and premium quality leather you look for in a boot, you're in luck: REI has a top-selling pair of Zamberlan's Italian-made boots on sale right now, and they're nearly $200 off.
The Zamberlan Vioz GTX Hiking Boots are on sale at REI for $175, a massive 50% markdown on their normal price of $350. This sturdy Italian boot has earned hundreds of five-star ratings from hikers who call it “comfortable beyond belief,” and it's currently the No. 1 bestselling hiking boot among the 250-plus on the site. It’s available in one colorway—Dark Gray/Red—and comes in sizes 8 to 13, including wide sizes.
These leather hiking boots are built with premium materials and crafted for the long haul. Up top, the boot has a single-piece, full-grain leather upper that offers an ideal blend of flexibility, support, and durability. It’s paired with a Gore-Tex membrane to block water and keep your feet dry in wet conditions while a nylon liner wicks moisture, so your feet don’t get overly sweaty. The gusseted tongue keeps out trail debris, and it’s made with padding to create a comfortable wrap around your foot. The sole is also designed for comfort, boasting an anatomical insole, a polyurethane midsole that absorbs impact forces, and a TPU midsole shank that boosts stability on uneven terrain. Finally, the whole thing rides on a lugged Vibram outsole for exceptional traction off the pavement.
Hikers have been raving about these boots, with many emphasizing their comfortable fit and feel right out of the box. “I fell in love as soon as I put them on,” a shopper said. “They were nowhere near as difficult to break in as my Scarpa Fuegos.” Another reviewer called the Vioz GTX the “perfect boot,” saying it was “easily the most comfortable boot I’ve ever owned.”
Another theme among reviews that's readily apparent is the extreme durability. One reviewer has had their pair for seven years. “They are still comfortable to put on, even for casual wear,” they said. “The tread is still holding up quite well after a lot of mileage on pavement. The ankle support is excellent.”
Another reviewer put his boots to the test while hiking in the Rocky Mountains and Alaska. “My first pair has lasted me 25 years,” they said. “I never had a single foot issue with these boots.”
$175 is well above average for a pair of hiking boots, but for a pair like Zamberlan's Vioz GTX that can last for nearly a decade, it's a stellar deal. Hurry over to REI while this deal is live and get a pair of these finely crafted boots in your cart before they sell out—your feet will thank you.
