Columbia mens Redmond V2 Hiking Shoe

This is a very comfortable shoe but it runs small and narrow. I originally ordered a 9.5 wide, I have wide feet. I have a pair of Columbia crestwood low in 9.5 and they fit great. I had to return the Redmond and get a 10 wide.When I compared the last of the crestwood to the Redmond, the Crestwood actually has 1/2 inch more on the outer aspect of the sole and shoe in the toe box than the Redmond. Therefore I would use “ wide” very loosely.Also this shoe feels very much like a sneaker, an older version Nike Pegasus without the zoom heel for stability. Comfortable and may wear well, but not a firm fitting heel.This is a nice shoe and I am sure I will be happy with this as I have been with all Columbia shoes I have owned but beware! It is a narrow shoe and runs small.I have had 3 days now and have gone about 20 miles on hikes of flat wet field, small hills and pine forest. As the show wears in the shoe conforms well. The original thought of the heel changed as the cushion conforms more to my foot and seems more stable. The Omni-Tread works very well for wet muddy hills for traction. Great shoe.

I know this is an off brand for hiking. However on a whim I tried Columbia for a hiking shoe. WOW! Was I impressed. They are AWESOME! I'm just a part time weekend hiker, nevertheless, I am totally sold on this akward shoe. Yes Columbia has great wet weather gear and jackets, but shoes....I took a gamble and won! I would encourage you to try them sometime! I am a huge fan of Altra and Keen shoes, that's all I would wear until I tried these! Columbia Redmond V2s! I am very impressed! Extremely comfortable, large toe box, great stability, well made sturdy construction and great grip. I'm not affiliated with them just a customer. Thought I'd just share that with you. Thanks!!!

Great shoes but I think overall, this model of shoe is cut smaller. I don't usually wear a wide but I needed a wide because the toe box on the 9 regular, really squeezed my toes and it was super uncomfortable. The body of the shoe doesn't feel any wider than the 9 regular but there is much better room in the toe. I'm pretty hard on shoes, so only time will tell about durability.

I’ve worn this shoe for 7 months now, the comfort is still the same as day 1. I can’t say it’s held up structurally, but nothing ever does for me. I walk 3-10 miles daily, and weigh 260+ pounds, so I punish a pair of shoes. It’s done better than everything I’ve ever worn though… the comfort and cushion is still there even if the sole is wearing bald in the usual places and my size 15 wide feet are pummeling them daily. I’m going to buy a few more pairs for future use before they discontinue them.

I wanted to treat myself to a quality hiker for a change. I use them primarily for casual wear. Not sure how they would do on the trail but they are very comfortable. I feel they would do just fine. They do run small however. I usually wear an 11 regular. I first ordered an 11.5 regular and the length was fine but they were very tight across the top. I returned and ordered an 11.5 wide and they are perfect. Very light and comfortable. I have not had a chance to see if they are waterproof but I did wear them in the snow and my feet were warm and dry. Very happy with purchase.

In one word, these shoes are CRAP. although I've had them for almost 2 years, I haven't worn them much at all, and they certainly haven't had hard use. The only places I've worn them are around my house and yard, and to town - almost exclusively on hard surfaces. I've never worn them hiking or on rough country. I seriously doubt that they have 100 miles on them, and as I stated, they were all easy miles. Nevertheless, just the other day the whole side of one of them blew out : a rip five inches long, on the outside, just above where the upper and the sole join - unrepairable.In addition, the glue holding the sole to the upper is has come undone at the toe on both shoes, and if I hadn't reglued them with Shoe-Goo (I don't know how long that'll last), it could pose a pretty serious tripping hazard.Crappy, inferiors quality. Don't waste your money

I had these shoes for 6 months, and I do not where them everyday only on weekends and the loop for the lace ripped out. I contacted Columbia who stated they have a two year warranty but that I should contact the online retailer to get coverage. Well there is no way through Amazon to get a return after 6 months so I am our of luck. Very disappointing.

I give this shoe 5 stars.Very comfortable - I walk 2-4 miles every day. Warm - I've been walking in 30-40 degree weather for the last month - feet are always warm. Waterproof - I walk through wet grass almost every day - feet are bone dry. Nice grip on the bottom for sidewalks or trails.Size - if you are between sizes, definitely order the larger size. I'm typically a size 9.5 or 10 depending on the shoe. I ordered these in 9.5, but had to send them back. 10 fits perfectly.