I put Columbia’s $130 hiking boots through their paces in Norway — here’s what happened to my feet
The Columbia Newton Alpine hiking boots are visually appealing and perform well in cold and rugged conditions. However, they suffer from comfort issues due to inadequate padding and poor breathability. While they are suitable for cold weather hikes, they may not be the best choice for warmer conditions or street use.
- ▪The boots are priced at $130 and are available in various sizes for men and women.
- ▪They feature a waterproof design and a supportive, grippy sole, making them suitable for medium terrain.
- ▪Despite their attractive appearance, the boots have significant comfort and breathability issues.
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Tom's Guide Verdict The Columbia Newton Alpine hiking boots are good-looking and fairly affordable, while also offering strong performance in tricky terrain and cold/wet weather. They’re grippy, supportive and bouncy underfoot, too. A lack of padding around the dorsal and ankle areas causes discomfort, while poor breathability makes them hot and sweaty in warmer weather and street use — both things they’re marketed for by Columbia. Nevertheless, these are decent boots for cold weather and rugged hikes.
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