Is the Danner Mountain Light II worth it?

It is worth it if you want a durable, waterproof leather boot you can resole and keep for years. If you want a light, breathable trail shoe, it is more boot than you need.

How does it compare with the original Mountain Light?

The II keeps the classic leather-and-Vibram design but adds a GORE-TEX liner for waterproofing. It is the more weather-ready version of the original.

Does it run true to size?

It generally fits true to size for a medium-width men's boot, but the stiff leather leaves little room to size down. Try your normal hiking boot size first.

Is it actually waterproof?

Yes. The GORE-TEX liner is designed to keep water out while letting some moisture escape, and the leather upper sheds rain well when maintained.

Can the soles be replaced?

Yes. Danner's stitchdown construction allows the boot to be resoled, which is a main reason owners keep them for many years.

When is the best time to buy?

Prices on leather hiking boots tend to dip during end-of-season sales and around major holiday promotions. Compare current store prices against the model's recent range before buying.

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Mountain Light

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$375.00last seen Oct 30

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Our take on the Mountain Light

The Danner Mountain Light II is a full-grain leather hiking boot built on the classic Mountain Light platform, with a GORE-TEX waterproof liner and a Vibram lug outsole. It is a heavy, stiff, resolable boot made for rugged trails and wet weather rather than city wear. This listing is a men's US 10.5 in black, medium width. No price was provided for this listing, so check current store prices against the model's usual range before buying.

Best forBackpackers and hikers on wet, rocky trailsBuyers who want a resolable, long-lasting leather boot