SALOMON FORCES QUEST 4D GTX REVIEW SERIES

Lastly, you will find a super tough toe bumper, perfect for rockier ground and routes where you come across sharp rocks and roots sticking out the ground. However, it’s exceptionally well-padded and very supportive, so there are clear advantages to it, especially for alpine trekking activities or fell walking. Hikers new to Quest hiking boots could find it takes time getting used to the feel. Gore-Tex has been used to provide a waterproof, breathable membrane through the boot.Īnother change from the last Quest is that Salomon has kept the high cut ankle. Just like the previous version of the Quest, the upper uses a mix of Nubuck leather and durable synthetic fabric, similar to Cordura, which reinforces the boot’s walls – linking to the gussets on the tongue. So, after you’ve clocked up plenty of miles on the trail, you can pop in a new pair to get that like-new comfort again. Salomon has used their classic Contragrip a rubber compound renowned for its traction across various surfaces.įor those who like to change their hiking boots’ insoles now and again, the Ortholite insoles on the new Quest 4 are removable. There is also a decent heel brake for that extra reliability on the downhill. The outsole has the kind of lugs you’d want on a boot intended for challenging terrain, particularly the muddy ground we get in the UK. The new chassis’s added benefit is that it also gives you a small energy saver that will make a notable impact on those days when you cover long distances on the trail. The chassis design aims to offer more support, reducing the risk of ankle sprains on tough terrain. This new ADV-C Chassis targets articulations on the outer foot for incredible stability, without limiting your mobility. Salomon has updated the Quest’s chassis – the boot’s heart, to provide further support for the ankles. Men’s Version Available Cotswold Outdoor The Sole Unit On The Quest 4 However, thanks to some vital design tweaks made to the boot, there is a noticeable performance upgrade.

It’s true that apart from being a little better looking, the appearance hasn’t changed all that much.

SALOMON FORCES QUEST 4D GTX REVIEW SERIES

Still, without the weight fine that you often get from other boots made for challenging terrain, it’s clear to see why the Quest series has been so popular.įor those who have owned a pair of Quests, you might be thinking that this new version, the Quest 4 GTX, seems relatively unchanged. Quest 4 GTX brings all the kinds of durability, protection, and reliability that you’d want when taking on mountain terrain. The men’s version is available in a Magnet/Black/Quarry Colour – both look really nice in my opinion. The women’s version, which we have used for the imagery in this post is a Slate/Trooper/Opal Blue colour. This version comes with a new advanced chassis and lugs design for exceptional support and grip on all types of terrain you come across on your hikes. The Salomon Quest 4 GTX hiking boot is the brand-new version of the classic Salomon Quest 4D Hiking Boots.

Salomon forces quest 4d gtx review