Merrell Men's Maipo Explorer Aerosport Sneaker

I bought these to try out for a backpacking trip that involves quite a bit of hiking in water. I work as a guide and have led this route many times, and I’m always looking for the best shoe to handle the water, sand, and slick rocks of southern Utah. My next trip is later this month, but I’ve been wearing the shoes long enough to realize they are not going to work well due to their loose fit. The length is correct, but they are much too wide. I can’t tighten them enough to fit snugly on my foot. The resulting sloppiness has led to me rolling my ankle several times. I can’t take the risk of that happening when I’m carrying a full backpack for several days in the wilderness. The quality seems decent and the price is attractive, but Merrell needs to work on the fit to make them functional.

I liked the looks and the tread/sole profile which led me to buying these sneakers. I tried them on when I received them and they felt very comfortable and also very light, weight wise! The only thing I don't like is the elastic strap in the center of the top of my arch of my foot, it's a little annoying but I think in time my feet will adjust to it!

My husband used to complain about his feet hurting constantly. I bought him a pair of Merril's a few years ago and the pain has subsided. They have cushion and fit well. He is extremely active, so I buy him 3 or 4 pairs a year and he has been happy with all styles I have ordered.

The shoes looked good out of the box. Fit true to size. Put them on to walk around the house. Felt like I was walking on a board. No give in the sole at all. Took them off and put them back in box to send back.

Purchased these for work. The design is nice and looks good even on my large US size 14 feet. The model isn’t bad overall. Comfort-wise, I’d give them 4 out of 5. Solid choice for everyday use.

Comfy, no break in required, hiked 12 miles over the course of 4 days in the Adirondacks with them in dry conditions over rocks, packed dirt, gravel, and steep terrain. They held up perfectly.

I love these shoes. I got them to wear for work since I'm on my feet all day. Wore them on the trail this weekend and was so impressed I will be buying a second pair.

One of the best shoes I have the bottom of the shoe is made look like cleats kind of so you don't get stuck with the rocks in it I will buy it again