#2
#2Runner Up
Salomon Quest 4 GORE-TEX (Non-GTX Version / Quest Element)
9.3
~$133The non-waterproof variant of Salomon's legendary backpacking boot offers maximum ventilation and a deep heel pocket that accommodates custom orthotics easily.
+Superb chassis stability+Highly breathable mesh upper+Generous removable OrthoLite sockliner
The non-waterproof variant of Salomon's legendary backpacking boot offers maximum ventilation and a deep heel pocket that accommodates custom orthotics easily.
+Superb chassis stability+Highly breathable mesh upper+Generous removable OrthoLite sockliner
#3
#3Also Great
Altra Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Mid (Non-TX)
9.1
~$179.95The wide toe box and flat platform make this boot exceptionally friendly for orthopedic insoles, while the non-waterproof mesh ensures maximum breathability.
+FootShape toe box comfort+Extremely lightweight construction+Removable zero-drop footbed
The wide toe box and flat platform make this boot exceptionally friendly for orthopedic insoles, while the non-waterproof mesh ensures maximum breathability.
+FootShape toe box comfort+Extremely lightweight construction+Removable zero-drop footbed
#4
#4#4 Pick
La Sportiva Nucleo High II (Non-GTX / Breathable)
9.0
~$51Utilizes highly breathable mesh side panels without a heavy membrane, allowing heat to escape while providing a deep footbed for custom insoles.
+Nano-Cells technology breathes well+Very lightweight design+Removable 4mm Ortholite insole
Utilizes highly breathable mesh side panels without a heavy membrane, allowing heat to escape while providing a deep footbed for custom insoles.
+Nano-Cells technology breathes well+Very lightweight design+Removable 4mm Ortholite insole
#5
#5#5 Pick
Keen Targhee III Mid (Non-Waterproof)
8.8
~$145Keen's non-waterproof Targhee III offers excellent ventilation and a wide, high-volume fit that easily accepts thick orthopedic inserts.
+Famous roomy toe box+Affordable and durable construction+Removable dual-density EVA footbed
Keen's non-waterproof Targhee III offers excellent ventilation and a wide, high-volume fit that easily accepts thick orthopedic inserts.
+Famous roomy toe box+Affordable and durable construction+Removable dual-density EVA footbed
#6
#6#6 Pick
Merrell Moab 3 Mid (Non-Waterproof)
8.7
~$97.5The classic 'Mother of All Boots' in its non-waterproof mesh version is highly breathable, durable, and features a highly accommodating removable footbed.
+Extremely breathable mesh panels+Budget-friendly price point+Removable Kinetic Fit ADVANCED insole
The classic 'Mother of All Boots' in its non-waterproof mesh version is highly breathable, durable, and features a highly accommodating removable footbed.
+Extremely breathable mesh panels+Budget-friendly price point+Removable Kinetic Fit ADVANCED insole
#7
#7#7 Pick
Vasque Breeze LT NTX (Non-GTX / Mesh)
8.5
~$180A lightweight, highly breathable mesh boot that avoids Gore-Tex membranes, offering a removable footbed to swap in your custom orthotics.
+Incredibly lightweight feel+Highly breathable mesh upper+Removable anatomical high-rebound footbed
A lightweight, highly breathable mesh boot that avoids Gore-Tex membranes, offering a removable footbed to swap in your custom orthotics.
+Incredibly lightweight feel+Highly breathable mesh upper+Removable anatomical high-rebound footbed
#8
#8#8 Pick
Hoka Anacapa Breeze Mid
8.4
~$169.95Designed specifically for warm-weather hiking with an ultra-breathable knit upper and a thick, removable insole that accommodates custom orthotics.
+Maximalist plush cushioning comfort+Highly breathable engineered knit+Removable molded PU sockliner
Designed specifically for warm-weather hiking with an ultra-breathable knit upper and a thick, removable insole that accommodates custom orthotics.
+Maximalist plush cushioning comfort+Highly breathable engineered knit+Removable molded PU sockliner
#9
#9#9 Pick
Oboz Sawtooth X Mid (Non-Waterproof)
8.2
~$175Known for incredible durability and support, this non-waterproof version breathes exceptionally well and has a deep heel cup perfect for orthotics.
+Very durable construction+Highly breathable mesh panels+Removable O Fit Insole
Known for incredible durability and support, this non-waterproof version breathes exceptionally well and has a deep heel cup perfect for orthotics.
+Very durable construction+Highly breathable mesh panels+Removable O Fit Insole
