Salomon mens Quest 4 Gore-tex Hiking Boots

4.4 out of 5 stars 1,165 ratings
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Color: Olive Night/Peat/Safari
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US Boot size
Brand SizeUSUKHeel to toe (in)
3643.58.5
36.74.548.7
37.354.58.9
385.559.1
38.765.59.3
39.36.569.4
4076.59.6
40.77.579.8
41.387.510
428.5810.2
42.798.510.4
43.39.5910.6
44109.510.8
44.710.51011
45.31110.511.2
4611.51111.4
46.71211.511.6
47.312.51211.8
481312.512
48.713.51312.2
49.31413.512.4
5014.51412.6
50.71514.512.8

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  • Sole material
    Rubber
  • Shaft height
    Ankle
  • Shaft circumference
    10.5 Inches

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  • The stable & supportive backpacking shoe that delivers a smooth ride
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  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12 x 14 x 5 inches; 1.44 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ L41292500
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 20, 2020
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Salomon
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08LK3LH97
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 1,165 ratings

Product Description

Quest 4 gtx is all about walking comfort, with technologies to reduce fatigue over the duration of your treks. Light and cushioned with running shoe adapted technology, yet supportive enough for backpacking, this boot helps you get to the next camp site with happier feet.

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Customers find these hiking boots comfortable with no blisters and excellent quality, with adequate ankle support and waterproof features that keep feet dry in tall grasses. They are lightweight and stylish, with one customer noting the red laces look great. The durability receives mixed feedback, with some finding them sturdy while others report them falling apart. The fit is also mixed, with several customers noting they run larger than expected.

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99 customers mention "Comfort"88 positive11 negative

Customers find these hiking boots comfortable, reporting no foot pain or blisters, with one customer noting they feel like walking on clouds.

"...But they're comfortable and great for fast hiking and ascending on soft trails." Read more

"These are the best hiking boots I’ve owned. Stable, dry, and comfortable, no painful break-in. Grippy...." Read more

"I absolutely love this hiking boot. It is durable, comfortable, supportive, and very stable...." Read more

"...Remained bone dry, through shallow puddles. They feel like a tank, yet are comfortable and are so firm fitting they make a sucking sound when you..." Read more

80 customers mention "Quality"73 positive7 negative

Customers find these hiking boots to be of excellent quality, with one customer noting they are suitable for daily use.

"...They're lightweight - so excellent for hiking uphill...." Read more

"These are the best hiking boots I’ve owned. Stable, dry, and comfortable, no painful break-in. Grippy...." Read more

"...They keep my feet dry and warm all day, and not too warm. Great boots, my only complaint of i had to have one is that I wish I would have been able..." Read more

"...I wear a shoe out quickly. Wore them for construction daily. Never one failure. So I bought another pair, same brand, very similar...." Read more

35 customers mention "Ankle support"35 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the ankle support of these hiking boots, noting their stability and comfort, with one customer specifically mentioning the extra padding around the ankles.

"...They provide underfoot support when hiking with a 45 pound backpack, or while rucking 45 pounds...." Read more

"...Grippy. Heel is locked in, plenty of ankle support, roomy toe box. Shank is stiff without feeling unnatural. Just about perfect, at any rate...." Read more

"...That said, the Quest is definitely the more supportive boot, and I had a lot more confidence on the trail and ZERO ankle rolls the entire trip...." Read more

"...I wish they were a bit taller, though I felt adequate ankle support...." Read more

29 customers mention "Waterproof"27 positive2 negative

Customers find these hiking boots waterproof, keeping feet dry in tall wet grasses and through shallow puddles.

"...If you have wide feet buy a wide size. They keep your feet dry in dewy or wet grass...." Read more

"These are the best hiking boots I’ve owned. Stable, dry, and comfortable, no painful break-in. Grippy...." Read more

"...The waterproofing is excellent; we encountered both heavy rain and even snow at Denali and while the outside leather eventually got soaked throuh,..." Read more

"...Remained bone dry, through shallow puddles...." Read more

24 customers mention "Weight"19 positive5 negative

Customers appreciate that these hiking boots are very light.

"...hiking on soft trails with a lot of ascents, the Solomon Quest 4s are lighter and much less tiring than heavy-duty hiking boots...." Read more

"...They function well like a not should, they fit as expected, not real heavy, and worth the the money you spend...." Read more

"I first bought a similar pair 18 years ago. They were lightweights. I wear a shoe out quickly. Wore them for construction daily...." Read more

"...Heavy by today’s standards, I guess, but I don’t notice, or care." Read more

22 customers mention "Style"22 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the style of these hiking boots, describing them as having a perfect design, with one customer noting they look nearly new.

"The outsoles are nice and grippy. The toe cap is protective...." Read more

"...Initially, the shoe looked great and was very comfortable. It checked all the boxes - waterproof, thick tread, high shaft, toe room, etc...." Read more

"...They are indeed good looking boots. I had been a bit concerned since the picture online seemed a little orange, but happily, that is not the case...." Read more

"...It is an aggressive yet sleek design that whispers “adventure” (like when Sean O’Connell beckons Walter Mitty toward uncharted paths) while..." Read more

84 customers mention "Durability"52 positive32 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the boots' durability, with some finding them sturdy and of good quality, while others report them breaking after two weeks of use.

"...outsoles were made for all types of *natural* terrain, and will last a long time if hiking on grass, across fields, on mud, soft trails, etc...." Read more

"...Stable, dry, and comfortable, no painful break-in. Grippy. Heel is locked in, plenty of ankle support, roomy toe box...." Read more

"...We are extremely disappointed in the quality of these shoes...." Read more

"...It is durable, comfortable, supportive, and very stable. I have a tendency to roll my ankles while hiking...." Read more

59 customers mention "Fit"41 positive18 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the boots' fit, with some finding them great while others report they run much larger than expected and are not wide enough.

"...The fit is narrow, and I have narrow feet, so *for me* they fit extremely well. I bought men's size 9.5, which is the size I wear for boots...." Read more

"...They feel like a tank, yet are comfortable and are so firm fitting they make a sucking sound when you remove or put them on...." Read more

"...They function well like a not should, they fit as expected, not real heavy, and worth the the money you spend...." Read more

"Good boots but be aware that they run a size large… if you’re going to wear thick wool socks with these fine but I would consult the sizing guide..." Read more

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The Salomon 4Gtx High Rise Hiking Boot was seemingly designed by the mythical dwarves of Nidavellir, led by Eitri, who also forged Mjölnir, using the heat of a dying star. After over 200 miles of rugged terrain, these boots still look nearly new. It is almost like they’ve been forged from a mythical material that is resistant to time, mud, and the countless insults of the mountain trails. These boots are a paradox in the best way possible: FEATHER LIGHT on your feet but armored like a TANK. Every step feels like an epic leap forward for mankind, making me wonder if Salomon designed these for superheroes. Roots, jagged rocks, and uneven ground? Pft, they’re nothings. With the 4Gtx, I don’t just hike—I feel like I own that mountain. Now how about style: these boots are wicked cool. It is an aggressive yet sleek design that whispers “adventure” (like when Sean O’Connell beckons Walter Mitty toward uncharted paths) while screaming “unstoppable.” If you’re looking for hiking boots that are light, protective, durable, and truly epic, look no further! Salomon 4Gtx High Rise boots are the gear you didn’t know you needed.
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  • C. Topping
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great lightweight hiking boots for fast-paced hiking and ascents.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2023
    Color: Magnet/Black/QuarrySize: 9.5Verified Purchase
    The outsoles are nice and grippy. The toe cap is protective.

    The fit is narrow, and I have narrow feet, so *for me* they fit extremely well. I bought men's size 9.5, which is the size I wear for boots. (My normal shoe size is 9, but I buy a half-size larger in boots to accommodate thicker perspiration-wicking wool hiking socks, and so my toes won't hit the toe of the boot). If you have wide feet buy a wide size.

    They keep your feet dry in dewy or wet grass. Add gaiters, and they keep your feet dry in tall wet grasses.

    [Because of the way I lace boots (using non-slip surgical loops between eyelets, finished off with a non-slip double knot), I found the original nice bootlaces to be a bit short, so I replaced them with longer 94 inch Rhino laces. (Note: Salomon Quest 4 GTX High Rise Hiking Boot lacing eyelets are made of plastic - not metal - so DO NOT PULL HARD AGAINST THE EYELETS while lacing. You'll end up breaking these eyelets if you do. And if you use rough kevlar-based shoelaces (like Ironlace Unbreakable Laces) they'll saw right through these plastic eyelets tout de suite. No bueno. If you opt for strong laces, remember that these boot eyelets are PLASTIC, not metal... so opt for SOFT strong laces.]

    Break-in period is minimal. They felt broken in after two short 3 mile hikes.

    They're lightweight - so excellent for hiking uphill.

    They provide underfoot support when hiking with a 45 pound backpack, or while rucking 45 pounds.

    The outsoles were made for all types of *natural* terrain, and will last a long time if hiking on grass, across fields, on mud, soft trails, etc. The lugs will wear down fast if mainly used for hiking on asphalt and concrete.

    I suspect I'll likely get 500 to 750 miles out of these boots. I'm also betting that regular asphalt hikes would wear the outsole lugs out in less than 500 miles.

    My full leather Zamberlan hiking boots are much stiffer, and required one month and 100 miles of short hikes to break in. They're heavier. But I've already put 200 miles on them, and have used them on harsh stony trails, skree, talus, granite, and on asphalt... with no wear so far on their outsoles. They'll likely last at least 1,000 miles, maybe more. And they can be resoled.

    Salomon Quest 4s are made to be worn until kaput - then recycled.

    If I'm going to spend the whole day doing a lot of quick-paced hiking on soft trails with a lot of ascents, the Solomon Quest 4s are lighter and much less tiring than heavy-duty hiking boots.

    Salomon Quest 4s are great for what they are intended to do. Just know, because they are made of lighter, less durable materials, they will not last as long as heavy-duty hiking boots.

    But they're comfortable and great for fast hiking and ascending on soft trails.
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  • Leigh S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic boot
    Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2025
    Color: Olive Night/Peat/SafariSize: 12Verified Purchase
    These are the best hiking boots I’ve owned. Stable, dry, and comfortable, no painful break-in. Grippy. Heel is locked in, plenty of ankle support, roomy toe box. Shank is stiff without feeling unnatural. Just about perfect, at any rate. I would expect glued construction to lead to delaminating years from now, but that’s pretty much how it goes these days. Heavy by today’s standards, I guess, but I don’t notice, or care.
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  • Gilman Wong
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful hiking boot with a substantial break-in period
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2022
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    I absolutely love this hiking boot. It is durable, comfortable, supportive, and very stable.

    I have a tendency to roll my ankles while hiking. I have long worn Lowa Renegade GTX boots and find them incredibly comfortable for more casual trail walking on very level, frequently maintained trails. However, I still tend to roll my ankles on trails that are a bit more uneven, especially when descending steeper terrain.

    Preparing for a guided hiking trip in Alaska, I decided to upgrade to a burlier boot. I tried maybe a dozen boots. I even looked at the Salomon Quest 4 GTX and rejected it previously. However, I was given some bad advice by a salesperson, who noted that the boot runs big and advised me to size down by 1/2 (I normally wear 10-1/2 and I tried a 10). It seemed to fit, but I couldn't get the comfort dialed in and moved on.

    Eventually I exhausted the other possibilities and came back to the Quest 4 GTX. This time I went with my normal 10-1/2 and it was a world of difference. While the very generous toe box allowed me to seemingly wear the size 10, the 10-1/2 fixed all the other fit problems I experienced in my first try. Definitely a good boot for me afterall!

    Break-in time was quite substantial. There is a strip of plastic along the sides of the shoe near the bottom, from midfoot to the heel. I think this helps increase the rigidity of the structure and comprises part of the incredible stability I feel when hiking with this boot. At the same time, this plastic dramatically increases the break-in time I experienced. I managed to get it just barely get it minimally broken in with daily walks for two weeks prior to the trip (supplemented with time using a mechanical shoe stretching device (that includes some movable bumps to help with bunion relief). By the 2nd or 3rd hike in Alaska (these were around 6-8 mi hikes each) I deemed them fully broken in and very comfortable.

    By contrast, my Lowa Renegade GTX boots required little to no break-in to get to the same level of comfort. In fact, I've never had a boot take as long to break in as the Quest 4 GTX. That said, the Quest is definitely the more supportive boot, and I had a lot more confidence on the trail and ZERO ankle rolls the entire trip.

    The other criticism I have for this boot (although I have this criticism of almost every hiking boot): the insole is just adequate. That said, it's quite common to buy third party insoles. My favorite for hiking boots are the Superfeet Trailblazer Comfort and Superfeet Adapt Hike Max. The Adapt insole is a little bit more flexible or less structured than the Trailblazer and, at least for me, works better with the more structured Quest 4 (whereas I tend to go with the Trailblazer on my softer boots). That said, I did the entire Alaska trip with the Trailblazer insoles.

    One lacing tip: because of the very generous toe box, I used a variant of the heel lock lacing method (search for "hiking boot heel lock lacing" and you'll find some good videos). I think I only really needed this technique on steeper trails (especially descending); on easier/flatter trails I could probably skip that and just lace the whole boot normally.

    With my use of a heel-lock lacing method, I think I can see why the salesman tried to have me size down. He was concerned that the roominess of the Quest would allow my foot to slide around too much, causing blisters and risking "toe bang" on extended descents. However, at least in my case the smaller size compromised the fit in other ways and I'm experienced enough with alternative lacing methods that I was best off with my normal size. My advice to you: try both your normal size and a half-size down and make your own choice.

    Other things I like:

    This boot has a very high top, which helps even more with preventing my ankle from rolling and increasing clearance when going through water, although it also makes the boot a bit hotter (especially when combined with the GoreTex).

    The waterproofing is excellent; we encountered both heavy rain and even snow at Denali and while the outside leather eventually got soaked throuh, it never penetrated the interior.

    Finally, I really appreciate the hooks used for the lacing. While I still love my Lowas, in additional to occasionally rolling my ankles, I really wish they'd improve their hooks. I often have the laces slipping out while tying the Lowas and have even had them slip out while hiking...which I have learned to compensate for with lacing hacks. No such problem with the Quest GTX hooks. They grab the laces very well and make lacing up much easier compared to my Lowas. They've also never slipped off during hiking.
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  • J. C.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable
    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2023
    Color: Olive Night/Peat/SafariSize: 9Verified Purchase
    I have only used them on one moderately difficult trail to cedar falls Arkansas. They performed well on wet rocky terrain, slipping occasionally at times but regained traction before falling in real slippery areas. Remained bone dry, through shallow puddles. They feel like a tank, yet are comfortable and are so firm fitting they make a sucking sound when you remove or put them on. I had no soreness or blisters on my feet after my hike.
    I wish they were a bit taller, though I felt adequate ankle support.
    A little pricey, when I compare them with the performance and comfort I feel with my knee high $100 snake boots. its now March 3 2024, and I still stand by the above with reguard to comfort etcetera but Have to drop it to 4 stars as one boot is starting to lose its sole after only this amount of time and moderate use.
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    J. C.
    4.0 out of 5 stars
    Comfortable

    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2023
    I have only used them on one moderately difficult trail to cedar falls Arkansas. They performed well on wet rocky terrain, slipping occasionally at times but regained traction before falling in real slippery areas. Remained bone dry, through shallow puddles. They feel like a tank, yet are comfortable and are so firm fitting they make a sucking sound when you remove or put them on. I had no soreness or blisters on my feet after my hike.
    I wish they were a bit taller, though I felt adequate ankle support.
    A little pricey, when I compare them with the performance and comfort I feel with my knee high $100 snake boots. its now March 3 2024, and I still stand by the above with reguard to comfort etcetera but Have to drop it to 4 stars as one boot is starting to lose its sole after only this amount of time and moderate use.
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  • Christopher shaddy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable, warm and dry.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
    Color: Rubber/Black/Fiery/RedSize: 9.5Verified Purchase
    These shoes are comfortable from the moment I put them on. They keep my feet dry and warm all day, and not too warm. Great boots, my only complaint of i had to have one is that I wish I would have been able to get them in the same color as my last pair(forest green and black). They function well like a not should, they fit as expected, not real heavy, and worth the the money you spend. You get what you pay for and my last pair lasted about 3-4 years of pretty heavy use.
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  • EDUARDO AKIRA HIOKI
    5.0 out of 5 stars ótima aquisição
    Reviewed in Brazil on November 29, 2024
    Color: Magnet/Black/QuarrySize: 10Verified Purchase
    Ótima aquisição. Perfeita, como descrito na página da Amazon e da Salomon.
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  • Client d'Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Salomon quest 4 gtx
    Reviewed in France on September 27, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    Très bonne chaussure très confortable utilisation tous les jours pour mon travail de paysagistes voir juste la durée.
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  • Ulf Tschech
    5.0 out of 5 stars Salomon ist mein Hersteller!
    Reviewed in Germany on July 2, 2023
    Color: Magnet/Black/QuarrySize: 14Verified Purchase
    Ich liebe die Schuhe von Salomon. Es gibt meine Größe (49 1/3) und die passen, sind bequem und sehr gut verarbeitet. Der Hersteller macht alles richtig.
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  • Phistinyurz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Light weight and comfortable
    Reviewed in Canada on July 20, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    They didn't require any break in period. I've worn other Salomon products before, these are similar in quality and function (excellent) to those. I didn't have any sizing issues, and they are well ventilated.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best
    Reviewed in Germany on December 1, 2024
    Color: Rubber/Black/Fiery/RedSize: 10.5Verified Purchase
    Excellent ! Build for purpose
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    Reviewed in Germany on December 1, 2024
    Excellent ! Build for purpose
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