Gear Review: Asolo TPS 520 GV Boot

I have owned my 520's for 7 month now, and have put a lot of hard miles on them, however not exceptionally extreme. problems i have found with the boots are cracking leather around where your toe bends. I tried to have this problem fixed under asolo's 1 year warranty but they said the problem wasn't covered. What is this bs? a company should stand behind what they claim to be such high quality. No wonder they say they have very few warranty returns, they simply do not honor the warranty.

These boots not only look great but wear in extreme terrain just like they were designed. Once the factory waterproofing wears off, it's time to apply TOBR leather preservative to keep these boots at their peak and your feet dry. A small application of TOBR Bergwachs (mountain wax)once in the spring and again in the winter, will protect your boots against rot, salt, rain and snow and mud, and it's the best way to 'mountainproof your gear,' as well as your feet.

Mountain hiking and trekking would be more efficient with these shoes. My dad's <a href="http://www.mayfairfootcare.com/">podiatrist
</a> gave him one pair because my dad once had an accident wearing the wrong shoes.

Year after year these boots have taken a beating. Swamps, snow, sand, rock, you name it...these took it all like a champ. From tactical work to hiking, to cleaning the yard, 9 years later...they finally started to go. Like losing a good friend. Why would I even bother trying anything else?

I am looking for an all-round great hiker. I will also use them backpacking. I am torn between the Asolo Lhasa and the Asolo Sasslong as well. Any suggestions?

I've owned the Asolo 520's for 2 1/2 years now.
Summited Mt Kilimanjaro,9/2009 my feet stay dry warm, and comfortable through out. Same thing applies to Tibet Everest advance base camp 5/2010. On Mt Aconcagua 1/2011, used them to 16,000 then snow/ice conditions necessitated my shifting to Asolo 8000's with sabre tooth pro crampons.

These are terrific boots, there still have a lot of life left in them. I recommend!

I bought these boots after wrecking a similarly priced boot in ten days. I love these boots so far. I do wish these had a better toe cap though. I keep watching to see if they are going to separate, but so far so good. Comfy, waterproof and very nice leather.

Can anyone give me a height on these boot? I'm looking for a stable boot to help protect ankles that have been sprained too many times.

Can anyone give me a height on these boot? I'm looking for a stable boot to help protect ankles that have been sprained too many times.

Can anyone give me a height on these boot? I'm looking for a stable boot to help protect ankles that have been sprained too many times.

How do I treat the leather before my first hike and then how do I keep your leather in good shape for year of use?

I love my 520 boots but I never tried other brand. I logged over 300 miles over rocky, steep terrain, thru streams and never and they were with me like an old friend. The only hotspot was on the ball of my feet at me big toe. I would prefer a lighter boot but with a 50lb pack and two weeks at a time in deep back country I do not want to give up my friend. My problem is I got the same boot for my petite wife with a max 30lb pack and they are to heave for her and I've got to get a lighter boot that still has the qualities of the 520. Any suggestions?

I love my 520 boots but I never tried other brand. I logged over 300 miles over rocky, steep terrain, thru streams and never and they were with me like an old friend. The only hotspot was on the ball of my feet at me big toe. I would prefer a lighter boot but with a 50lb pack and two weeks at a time in deep back country I do not want to give up my friend. My problem is I got the same boot for my petite wife with a max 30lb pack and they are to heave for her and I've got to get a lighter boot that still has the qualities of the 520. Any suggestions?

Love these boots - one pair of the older version lasted me 10 years. Was thinking about getting a new pair, and ended up finding a virtually new pair at a REI used-gear sale for $40, in my exact size. Greatest day ever!

I walk5 to 7 miles a day in with a pack, over snoe , scree and trails and wade streams... Thes are the best boots I have had in decades...I use them for glacier travel as well... Bought 2 pairs I liked them so much and was worried than a boot this good migh somehow go away...
Cant say enough good aboiut this outstanding boot

I've worn these boots for four years. I typically only get a couple years before boots breakdown. Easy break in no hotspots and dry feet. great boots

I'm on my second pair of these and before that I had Asolo Yukons, which were more than I needed. Anyway, the 520's are amazing. Of course there are other boots that work better for other people. I tried Zamberlans and the last was a bit narrow for my foot but the boots appear to be beautifully made.

Pat, you mean to say your foot doctor recommended these boots for your broken foot? Wow, that's an impressive recommendation. Sure beats old fashioned plaster and looks great.

I bought these boots for a different reason. I broke my foot and my foot doctor recommended these boots. I'm on day 3, and they have been comfortable since I first tried them on. Good thing. I have to wear them all the time for at least a month! After that, I hope to actually wear them for some great hikes.