Merrell hiking boots Moab 3 Mid GTX

Fit and sizing

These Merrell mid-cut hiking boots are aimed at walkers who want a waterproof construction and a more protective upper than a basic low-cut shoe. The listed colour is black and grey, and the product is specified as UK size 10, there’s no information here about width, fit or whether the sizing runs large or small.

If you already know how Merrell footwear fits you, that may help with the decision. Otherwise, check the size against a pair of walking shoes you find comfortable, particularly if you plan to wear thicker socks.

Pros

The GORE-TEX membrane is intended to keep water out while allowing breathability, which makes the boots relevant for damp walks where an ordinary mesh shoe may be less suitable. The upper combines pigskin leather with mesh, while the bellows tongue is designed to help stop debris getting inside. A protective toe cap adds another practical detail for uneven paths, and the outsole is made from Vibram TC5+ rubber.

There are recycled materials in the construction too: the laces, webbing and mesh lining are stated to be 100% recycled. That’s a useful point if material sourcing matters to you, though it doesn’t tell us how the boots will wear over time. What matters more on a wet, stony route: a waterproof membrane or an open, lighter-feeling shoe? The answer depends on conditions and personal preference, this pair is clearly set up for weather protection rather than a minimal design.

Worth considering if your walks often involve wet ground, loose debris or rougher paths, and you want a mid-cut boot rather than a low-profile walking shoe. From the way it is set up, the mix of membrane, toe cap and debris-blocking tongue prioritises protection. A specific limitation is that the listing gives no fit guidance or information about the outsole’s tread pattern, so those details cannot be judged from the product information alone.

Spec sheet

• Name: Merrell Moab 3 Mid GTX
• Type: Men’s mid hiking shoe
• Size: 10 UK
• Colour: Black, grey
• Material: Pigskin leather and mesh upper, mesh lining
• Waterproofing: GORE-TEX membrane
• Sole: Vibram TC5+ rubber
• Other details: Protective toe cap, bellows tongue, recycled laces, webbing and mesh lining

Should you buy it?

For a wet day walk, picture setting off on a muddy path with small bits of grit and leaf litter underfoot: the waterproof membrane and bellows tongue address those conditions more directly than a simple, open mesh walking shoe. That is the clearest reason to choose this Merrell. A low-cut shoe may make more sense if you prefer a less protective format, while a more demanding boot search would need details about fit, tread and support that aren’t provided here.

Better avoided if you need confirmed sizing advice before ordering, or if you’re choosing mainly on specific grip or fit requirements. If the stated UK 10 suits you and protection from wet weather is the priority, the listed features give a coherent case for considering it, just don’t assume the product description answers every question about comfort on your feet.