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Backpacking shoe reviews

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  1. Salomon X Ultra 4
    85
    Great
    Salomon X Ultra 4
    Any color
    Salomon X Ultra 4 - Black / Grey (L413856)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 - Green (L474523)
    $140 $98
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  2. Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX
    81
    Good
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX
    Any color
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Black (L412892)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Black / Grey (L416229)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Blue (L473765)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Kaki (L474529)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Magnet/Black (L477697)
    $160 $112
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  3. KEEN Targhee III Waterproof
    86
    Great
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof
    Any color
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Black/Steel Grey (1026329)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Steel Grey/Captains Blue (1017785)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Bungee Cord/black (1017783)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Steel Grey/Golden Brown (1029091)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Grey (1017784)
    $135 $81
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  4. La Sportiva Spire GTX
    86
    Great
    La Sportiva Spire GTX
    $209 $161
    Save 23%
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  5. Adidas Terrex Swift R2 GTX
    86
    Great
    Adidas Terrex Swift R2 GTX
    $140 $96
    Save 31%
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If you love backpacking and enjoying the scenery, we've reviewed several shoes that may make your trips a bit more pleasant. Read one of them to see how we've tested them and if their performance is up to your standards. We review different types of backpacking hiking shoes, including those that are breathable, lightweight, and cheap.