Designed as an entry level hiking boot, the
Columbia Men's Coremic Ridge 2 Hiking Boot has top level comfort and performance.
It has breathable mesh upper with suede leather overlays and synthetic rubber underlays. The use of Omni-Shield advanced repellency provides water and stain resistance while maintaining breathability. Cushioning and support comes from the die-cut EVA footbed, the internal EVA plug midsole and the full-length lasting board. A non-marking Omni-Grip rubber cupsole provides durability and protection for off road traction.
The basic features of this shoe are:
- Leather and textile
- Rubber sole
- Suede and mesh
- Durable metal lace hooks
- Non-marking Omni-Grip rubber cup sole
- Removable contoured EVA footbed and internal EVA plug
- Full length lasting board
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The reviews...
I'm a longtime user of Columbia hiking boots, and the Coremic Ridge 2 boots are exactly what I've come to expect from Columbia - good price (usually available at a great price if you look around, I found these for $30 on clearance at a local shoe store), comfortable after you break them in, and perhaps most importantly built to last. I will note up front that I don't get to do loads of hiking, so these function as occasional dedicated hikers (maybe 6 - 8 dedicated day hiking trips annually) and frequent casual & recreational wear. If you're more than a recreational hiker, you would probably want to look for something waterproof unlike these Coremic Ridge 2 boots. That said here is my take on these...
First off, these are pretty sturdy boots particularly around the ankle collars. They are a bit more stiff than other Columbia boots I've owned. They aren't uncomfortable but I wouldn't hit the trail for any length of time without breaking them in first. That said, they offer really good ankle support - a plus if past injuries have left you prone to ankle sprains or twists (like me). They're cut lower around the back of the achilles to allow unrestricted forward & backward movement, but are cut higher around the sides of the ankle to restrict lateral movement. The tongue of the boots is affixed to the shoe on each side which prevents the tongue from getting offset but it also keeps the opening tight, so getting them on can be a tight squeeze. I'd say these are a medium weight boot, and they have a fairly generic (not in a bad way) aesthetic style. The best thing about them is the durability: they are well made and the soles are built to last. I've found that with all my Columbia boots the sole is the only thing that ever gives up the ghost - the shoes themselves seems indestructible, but eventually friction will wear the soles down. Columbia's OmniGrip soles hold up really well, and the treads on these offer great grip. The sizing on these is spot-on for me - I wouldn't suggest sizing up or down unless you plan to use them in cold weather with thick or multiple pairs of socks, in which case you might need to go up 1/2 size.
Overall these are a good deal. You could spend more and get higher end waterproof boots that are lighter, but for the price they're a solid value.
I've tested this shoe for a couple months and it's a great quality shoe, especially for the price. Handles on rock, mud, sand, and dirt just great. I broke my pair in during a deer hunt here in New Mexico. I originally bought them for just hunting but since it's been snowing here in my town, I've been using them a lot more. They are not a cold weather shoe, around 35 degrees my toes began to get cold. I would suggest thinsulate socks or wool socks be worn with this boot if you plan on trekking in colder weather.
They are very breathable and water proof. When walking in snow, they are really grippy and don't slip. They also handle just fine in thick mud and wet dirt. I have been working security detail at a pecan orchard and these shoes have done phenomenally, even after heavy rain mucked up the place.
My favorite thing about this shoe is they are very comfortable to wear. I weigh around 300 pounds and they still work fine for me when I hike and hunt. My last pair of hiking shoes were made by a company called Itasca and they were garbage. A rock went through the sole during my first hike and I ended up throwing them away, however these Columbia hiking shoes are fantastic. Like I said I've put them through a week long deer hunt, numerous snowy days, muddy pecan orchards and desert hiking and the sole still feels almost new and unworn. They have been amazing. I would've given them a five star if they kept my feet warmer, but they aren't thinsulate unfortunately.
Pros:
-Handles great on all terrains (Mud, Dirt, Sand, Rocks, etc etc)
-Breathable and Waterproof
-Amazingly priced for what you get
-Lightweight, you can wear these all day if needed
-Very grippy
Cons:
-Doesn't work well in cold weather, I would suggest wearing wool socks or thinsulate socks if you plan on using these in cold weather.
This was my first Columbia purchase and I will be purchasing again for damn sure. Great company.
The price is $69.95 for new item, with possibility of $67.15 on select options.
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