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Backpacker Magazine – April 2009
Gear Guide 2009: Hi-Tec Cascadia XCm eVent Boot Review
Tackle the soggiest, wettest, and coldest terrain with this solid traction boot.
Hi-Tec Cascadia XCm eVent (Julia Vandenoever)
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For a sturdy boot made for heavy loads in wet conditions, there's no better deal than this synthetic midcut. With plastic exo-skeletal reinforcements cradling a firm heel cup, support is good for loads up to 45 pounds. After backpacking near his home on Alaska's terminally soggy Kodiak Island (as well as walking a mile and a half to work daily, usually in rain), our tester reported, "I had toasty, dry feet the whole time," thanks to the very breathable eVent membrane.
Other standout attributes: solid traction in mud and a rugged ballistics-nylon upper that readily sheds muck and water. Said uppers, plus brass hardware and a rubber toe cap, also promise years of life. Downside: Fit is somewhat boxy. Best for medium- to high-volume feet. $180; 3 lbs. 5 oz. Hi-tec.com
FULL PRODUCT SPECS: Cascadia XCm eVent
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READERS COMMENTS
Totally agree with review however the soles on my 16 month old Cascadia boots are coming away from the uppers and I cannot find any adhesive to stick to both upper and sole to affect a repair. If anybody knows of a glue to do the job please let me know. I have tried shoe-goo, sugru, and a trip to the cobblers all to no avail. This is the ion mask technology really working
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