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Backpacking shoe reviews

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  1. Salomon X Ultra 4
    Any colour
    Salomon X Ultra 4 - Black / Grey (L413856)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 - Green (L474523)
    $140 $120 Save 14%
    See on Sun and Ski
  2. Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX
    Any colour
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Black / Grey (L416229)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Black (L412892)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Blue (L473765)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Green (L474529)
    Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX - Magnet/Black (L477697)
    $155
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  3. KEEN Targhee III Waterproof
    Any colour
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Bungee Cord/black (1017783)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Grey (1017784)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Steel Grey/Golden Brown (1029091)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Bison/Timberwolf (1029086)
    KEEN Targhee III Waterproof - Steel Grey Captains Blue (1017785)
    $135 $101 Save 25%
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  4. Adidas Terrex Swift R2 GTX
    $140 $92 Save 34%
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If you love backpacking and enjoying the scenery, we've reviewed several shoes that may make your trips a bit more pleasant. Read one of them to see how we've tested them and if their performance is up to your standards. We review different types of backpacking hiking shoes, including those that are breathable, lightweight, and cheap.