Does the Danner N45 Mid GTX fit true to size?

No. Owners report it runs about a full size small, so most should size up from their usual shoe size.

Is it available in wide widths?

No. Danner does not offer a wide width for this model, and many buyers find the standard fit narrow.

Is it actually waterproof?

Yes. It uses a Gore-Tex Invisible Fit liner, which is waterproof and breathable while staying flexible.

Can the N45 Mid GTX be resoled?

Yes. It is recraftable and eligible for Danner's resoling and reconditioning service.

What is the N45 Mid GTX best for?

Light day hikes, fast trail miles, wet-weather city wear and search and rescue use. It is not a heavy-load backpacking boot.

How much does it weigh?

About 14.5 oz per shoe, light for a mid-cut waterproof hiker.

Where is the Danner N45 Mid GTX cheapest?

At REI, for $187.39, 25% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Danner N45 Mid GTX?

Buyers like: Comfortable; Well built; Great style. Common complaints: Runs a full size too small; Too narrow for many users.

Where can I buy the Danner N45 Mid GTX?

14 stores we checked sell it, including REI, Zappos.com, Scheels, Cabela's, LA Police Gear.

Danner N45 Mid GTX Price History: $187.39 at REI, 25% Under Others

What reviewers say

Owners rate the N45 Mid GTX highly for comfort, build and style, and several use it for search and rescue work. The most common complaints are sizing and width: it runs a full size small and is too narrow for many feet, with no wide option.

What people mention

SizingCriticisedBuyers say it runs a full size small, so most need to size up.
WidthCriticisedMany find it too narrow, and no wide width is offered.
ComfortPraisedOwners describe it as comfortable and light on the foot.
BuildMixedBuyers call it well built overall, but some find the heel and ankle materials cheap and the padding flimsy.
StylePraisedBuyers like the look and wear it off the trail.
WaterproofingPraisedThe Gore-Tex liner keeps feet dry in wet conditions.

From Zappos.com

Gore-Tex Invisible Fit for waterproof protection and flexibility
Vibram N45 outsole with Megagrip and Traction Lug technology
Nitrogen-infused EnduroFoam midsole for high energy return
Recraftable design eligible for resoling and reconditioning
Abrasion-resistant nylon-polyester upper
Lightweight construction designed for city trails or desert rocks

Sizes: 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11.5, 12, 13
Materials: Nylon-polyester upper, fabric lining, polyurethane insole, nitrogen-infused EnduroFoam midsole, Vibram rubber outsole
Fit: D - Medium width
Sizing: Customer survey indicates it feels a full size smaller; reviews mention it runs narrow and lacks wide size options.
Returns: Return in original condition for a full refund within 60 days of purchase.
Shipping: Free delivery

About the Danner N45 Mid GTX

The Danner N45 Mid GTX is a lightweight mid-height boot built for city trails or desert rocks. It has an abrasion-resistant nylon-polyester upper with a fabric lining. Gore-Tex Invisible Fit provides waterproof protection and flexibility.

The Vibram N45 outsole uses Megagrip and Traction Lug technology. The midsole is nitrogen-infused EnduroFoam for high energy return, and the insole is polyurethane. The boot has a recraftable design, so it is eligible for resoling and reconditioning.

Upper: Nylon-polyester, abrasion-resistant
Lining: Fabric
Insole: Polyurethane
Midsole: Nitrogen-infused EnduroFoam
Outsole: Vibram N45 rubber with Megagrip and Traction Lug technology
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex Invisible Fit
Weight: 14.5 oz
Fit: D - Medium width
Sizing: Customer survey indicates it feels a full size smaller. Reviews mention it runs narrow, and no wide sizes are offered.
Care: Recraftable: eligible for resoling and reconditioning