This means Royal Mails tracking information is reliant on the international postal company communicating the status of the shipment. As with any walking boot the fit won't suit everyone but it's worth being aware that these are quite spacious in the toe box and the sizing comes up a little larger than the usual Merrell fit. The Merrells definitely aren’t as cutting edge or in vogue as those other two brands’ offerings, but the logic is the same.

The lug pattern is deep at 5mm but widely spaced, which is good for shedding deep claggy mud like we seem to get a lot of in the UK in winter. The Zion Gtx have a ballistic mesh upper and durable leather that together with the waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex membrane help to keep your feet dry and comfortable at all times.The insole is a removable, contoured Kinetic Fit insole, which Merrell says provides ‘flexible support’ to your foot, while the outsole is a Vibram Megagrip sole with a 5mm lug depth. The upper of the shoe is made from a waterproof full-grain leather combined with a ballistic, breathable mesh lining, while the tongue has a ‘bellow’ design – a wide-folding tongue attached at the sides to the upper – to keep debris (and water) out. Paclite® product technology is the ideal solution for hiking, golf, travel and other activities where space and weight are critical.

I certainly wouldn’t describe the Merrell Zion GTXs as the promised land of the future of hiking, nor do I think people are wearing them in heaven.

Others have a longer lifespan, in accordance with current regulations this may not exceeds 13 months.

It was the adventure of a lifetime: wild landscapes, rugged mountains, knife-edge ridges, sunset camps and charming bothies. Despite the wide fit the Zion does a good job of holding the ankle in place without heel slip so for everyday walking these are blister free boots.These men's Zion shoes feature a trainer inspired silhouette and while the fit looks casual, the technology included ensures these shoes are suitable for all outdoor adventures.

And with enough space between the lugs, debris falls off the shoe instead of collecting and interfering with the grip. Plus the cushioning EVA midsole gives a great feel because its absorbent properties make every step wonderfully soft, even when going downhill.They have a Gore-Tex membrane which, as you will know from the well-known brand, offers waterproof and breathable performance. We’ve been wearing the Zion since it was released in the fall, and it’s one of the few hiking boots in our closet that we find stylish enough to use in casual settings. We are unable to advise the exact amount as these charges vary and are determined by the destination country's customs department. We regret we are unable to ship Online Exclusive products to the Isle of Man, Jersey, Guernsey or any of the Channel Islands.