Alico Summit Light Leather Hiking Boots (For Men)

I purchased my first pair of Alicio boots many years ago but switched to Asolo for my last several pairs. When the Alico Summit went on sale I jumped at the chance to try them again, not because I was unhappy with my Asolo's but just to try something different. I like to keep a new pair of boots in my closet as a back up and shop the sales for good quality buys. When the boots arrived I forgot how basic the Alicio boots really are with no gortex or liner. The boots seem less form fitting and more bulky than my Asolo's.. The Summits reminded me of an old boot from the past and just did not fit or feel close to the Asolo's that I am wearing know. I returned the boots and opted for the Zamberlain....and I was not disappointed when the Zamberlain's arrived. Don't get me wrong, the Alico Summit is not a bad boot, it just seems like old technology and you can do better with the Asolo's or Zamberlain's.

I have owned several pair of both Guide and Summit Alico boots. I really am fond of them, I have enough to last me until I am dead. I saw these on closeout, and even though any more Alico boots means that I will have to wear some in the happy hunting ground, I can't possibly live long enough to use the ones I have, well I could not resist. They are nice, just lighter than the standard Summit's At first I thought they were a bit smaller, but the size F Superfeet fit in the lights the same as in the standard Summits so they are the same size inside lengthwise. I don't notice any difference in width either. Anyway I am pleased, and might even buy another pair if they ever get more size 12 and they are on closeout. But if I did not have so many Alico boots already, I would be willing to pay more than that for them. I figure these are my Sunday go to meeting boots.

I tried several Alico boots and found them all to be of high quality; however, the sizing is quite different from model to model. The Summit is sized a little large, but not overly so. They are stiff out of the box, but to me that just means the leather will last a long time once broken in. I haven't hiked in them yet, as I have a bruised ankle, and it hurts given the stiffness. I like the old school design, especially the double stitched welt. I am confident these boots will last a lifetime. That said, the soles are thin for hardcore backpacking, but that is what I wanted. I did not want heavy boots designed for carrying heavy loads over long distances. I would recommend these boots to anyone wanting good looking boots with more than adequate support for recreational hiking. I tried the Belluno and Backcountry first, but the Bellunos were huge and lacked ankle support, and the Backcountrys, while true to size, just weren't the style I was looking for.

I have only used these a week or so and I now I can tell that these are most comfortable our of box full leather boots I have had or tested. Most of time I dont use socks at all and these are still realy gentle to feet, zero blisters and sores. Quality realy good.

The reviews on Alico Summit Boots are simply not correct.
I have been looking for over 50 years for a boot of this quality
and believe that if you increase all the praise by 50% you will
be getting close. These are absolutely the most awesome boots
I have ever owned. I live in Idaho, 12 miles from Yellowstone Park,
and have owned many pairs of hiking boots over the years. The
slightly worn ones will be going to charity. You can't go wrong with
Summit Lights for casual hiking and everyday wear. Summits for
activities more taxing. They are both leather lined. If I were going
to wear them in the Arizona low lands I would probably pick a Alico
without leather lining.

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