Mountain Trainer Mid GTX
The Moutain Trainer Mid GTX features an abrasion-resistant suede upper with sticky rubber rand for protection and grip, and the GORE-TEX extended comfort membrane provides waterproof protection and enhanced breathability. The Vibram Mulaz outsole offers durability and uphill/downhill grip on all terrain, and a nylon/27% fiberglass shank offers support with flex on challenging surfaces. Technical lacing with metal hooks extends towards the front for a custom fit which provides precision and comfort.
Alp Trainer Mid GTX
The Alp Trainer combines the grip and technical features of an approach shoe with the support and protection of a hiking boot. The upper is made from 1.8mm full suede, and the GORE-TEX extended comfort membrane provides waterproof protection and enhanced breathability. Additionally, the Alp Trainer features a rugged, sticky Vibram sole, climbing lacing, full Kevlar protected rands, and elastic collar construction.
Hike Trainer GTX
Much like the Alp Trainer, the Hike Trainer GTX combines the grip and technical features of an approach shoe with the support and protection of a hiking boot. Unlike the Alp Trainer, the Hike Trainer upper is made from both Nubuk and suede, however still features the same GORE-TEX extended comfort membrane which provides waterproof protection and enhanced breathability. Additionally, the Hike Trainer features a rugged, sticky Vibram sole, climbing lacing, and full Kevlar protected rands.
Fire Tail EVO Mid GTX
The only boot not yet commercially available, the Fire Tail EVO Mid GTX is set for a September release as part of Salewa’s forthcoming Fall line. The Fire Tail EVO Mid GTX keeps all the features of the original Fire Tail EVO GTX, with the addition of a high-ankle cuff and redesigned Vibram ‘Scrambler’ sole.
Tags: Darley Defense, Salewa
Alp Trainers, some of the best boots I’ve ever worn. They just need the brown colored ones back!
Nice boots, really really wish they had a non goretex boot.
Agreed. I wore a pair of their Snow Trainer model this winter and I loved ’em all around. If summers in my neck of the woods weren’t so soupy I would go in for one of their uninsulated models.
Hmm, I’ve seen these in shopfronts during my jaunts around Europe. Thought about procuring some because of rave reviews online, but the cable support set up design looks iffy. Also, I have really really wide but short stubby feet.
How to these measure up to say, Salomons or offerings from Adidas like the Kumacross and Terrex?
They’re high quality. And I’d say that they are beefier than any of those brands. They seem to have changed the last a bit since my first pair as initially, I had to go up a half size and I don’t now. Definitely need to try these on before purchasing. Hobbit feet may be an issue.
Thanks for your reply.
They (like all hiking boots) are way to narrow. Look into the merrills as they offer wide sizes.
Merrill and Salewa aren’t building the same type of boot.
Dev,
I currently own a pair of Adidas Terrex Solo Traxions in size 12 and a pair of Salewa Firetails in 12. The Adidas fit tighter through the toe box, but are a bit lighter. I love my Salewas and use them for hunting, light hiking, and range drills. They have held up very well. Bottom line if you want more room for your toes and don’t mind a tad bit more weight buy the Salewas.
Thanks, appreciate the feedback.
I’ve got a pair of the Hike Trainer GTX. I haven’t had them very long and I’ve only worn them on a few kit walks and one training msn. After wearing Asolos for ten years, it’s taking some getting used to. They feel a bit tighter all around. The more I’m getting them broken in, the more I like them.
If anyone can comment on this: how do the Alp Trainers feel in stiffness/support compared to Asolo Fugitives?
Thanks.
Alp Trainers are softer, more running boot like when it comes to sole, support is similiar. Fugitive counterpart in Salewa offer is Mountain Trainer.
Thanks Matt. I’m looking for a do all boot which means I’d like it to be flexible enough to be able to run short distances in them without feeling clunky (think training courses) while having enough support for backpack elk hunting where a 100+ lb pack is possible. So far my Fugitives have filled the first role pretty well, just not sure if they will give enough support for the latter. I’m hoping they will, but I’ve been looking into other options just in case.