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REI’s outdoor apparel and footwear deals are on fire right now, with up to 50% off everything from REI Co-op Hiking Pants to Arc’teryx jackets and even select running shoes. It can be harder to find a great deal on a pair of hiking boots, but a pair of Danners is down to $100 and they’re selling out like crazy.
Danner's Trail 2650 Mid GTX Hiking Boots are now on sale for just $100 at REI — 50% off their regular price of $200. These mid-top hiking boots have received more than 350 five-star ratings from shoppers who say they're “very comfortable and high-quality,” and the sale has quickly made them one of the best-selling men's hiking boots on the site. They come in two colors — brown and black — and are available in sizes 8 to 13. They're selling out fast when they're on sale, so be sure to size up soon.
Danner Trail 2650 Mid GTX Hiking Boots Dusty Olive, $100 (was $200) at REI
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These hiking boots hit just above the ankle and are made from a combination of durable leather and textile fabric. Inside, there are waterproof Gore-Tex membranes to keep water out while allowing sweat to escape, and OrthoLite footbeds provide plenty of cushioning underfoot. Everything sits on a shock-absorbing foam midsole and a Vibram Megagrip rubber outsole that works with multi-directional lugs to provide traction to keep you walking firmly over gravel, roots, and wet surfaces.
Shoppers who have worn these Danner hiking boots say they’re one of the best choices you can make for wet hikes. “I tried these on a trip to Norway,” one shopper began. “Norway is wet, steep, and rocky. These were incredible. My feet were dry and light and nimble, and the shank kept my feet happy on the rocks. These are great for long-distance day hikes! I have a narrow heel and big toe. These give me room in the toe area but keep my heel locked in. With the exception of Lowa boots, these are unmatched in their ability to grip my heel and keep my toes free.”
Danner Trail 2650 Mid GTX Hiking Boots Black/Khaki, $100 (was $200) at REI
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Others raved about the all-day comfort. “Best hiking boot I’ve ever owned,” said one shopper. “So comfortable, like a running shoe with the support you want and need. I walked miles in these boots in Alaska and my feet have never felt better. They were dry and comfortable the entire time.”
If you’re planning on hiking in the fall, it pays to have a great pair of boots with extensive Gore-Tex waterproofing to protect your feet from wet weather, and Danner’s Trail 2650 Mid GTX boots do just that. Just make sure to size up quickly, because when Danner boots go on sale, they don’t stick around for long before they sell out.