Width is average in the heel and toe box, and the length was sufficient for my swollen feet when hiking in hot weather.

The upper material will start to absorb moisture after a while, but it does dry reasonably well thanks to the thin construction. A decision between the Sawtooth and Fastpack likely will come down to priorities, and the Oboz’s better foot hold and comfort are what give it the nod for us.It’s what you grab for nearly any type of outdoor adventure, whether it’s a hike, bike ride, or day on the slopes. Whether you're just getting started or an experienced climber, whatever your adventure needs, we have the gear. It's a fast hiker over technical and varying terrain, with waterproof and a reinforced mesh providing long term protection. The North Face uses own and third party cookies for marketing, profiling and analytics purposes, and to ease your navigation on the site. On everything from hikes in Patagonia to long days hauling a 30-pound load in Washington’s Cascade Range, I consistently dealt with foot soreness.

This pair is slightly narrower (and therefore less comfortable) and no longer has Gore-Tex uppers - they're made out of something similar but not the same.The Men's Hedgehog Fastpack Hiking Shoe from The North Face maintains its structure through a TPU quarter weld and a TPU shank. Vibram® XS Trek Engineered for stability and comfort, Vibram® XS Trek delivers traction, durability and flexibility on unpredictable and wet terrain. As with most of our experiences with the brand, it’s another solid design: the small lugs bite into everything from hardpack dirt to mud and rock, and the substantial heel does a nice job with braking on steep downhills. When you're adventuring over rocky, uneven terrain, there's nothing more essential than long-term support. Flat and cheap insole lacks the sculpted and comfortable fit that comes with competitors like the Merrell Moab 2, Oboz Sawtooth II, and Salomon X Ultra 3.

If you're the kind of hiker that tackles rocky, steep, uneven terrain with pace but likes the support of a boot rather than a shoe, the Hedgehog Fastpack II boots from The North Face are for you.The initial stiffness underfoot and around the collar did loosen up fairly quickly, but the lightweight cushioning and TPU shanks failed to provide sufficient protection and shock absorption.