Danner Updates its Best-Selling Style Into a True Backpacker Boot

The Danner Mountain 600 Evo is comfortable right out of the box

Thanks to a TPU shank, full-grain leather upper, removable Ortholite Eco footbed and rubberized EVA Vibram SPE midsole, the Mountain 600 Evo is a pleasure to wear right out of the box—and a supportive ride on long haul hikes. Built with the rigors of backpacking in mind, the Mountain Evo 600’s design prioritizes an even distribution of weight underfoot and stability over uneven terrain. The cushioning and rebound in the midsole were substantial enough that I didn’t have any discomfort on my three-day backpacking trip in the Yosemite Valley (other than my toes, but we’ll get to that below).

One tip I’d like to share: the Mountain 600 Evo comes with two sets of laces, one round and one flat. I tested both prior to my backpacking trip, and opted for the flat. Not only are they easier to tie, but they stayed tight and in place over the long miles I hiked from Glacier Point to the summit of Half Dome. Others in my group chose the rounded laces, and were tying and retying them frequently on trail.

Source: https://www.fieldmag.com/articles/danner-mountain-600-evo-review