Danner's Everyday Gore-Tex Boots Are Now $100 Off, and They're 'as Comfortable as Wearing Sneakers'
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Why We Love This Deal
The weather is strange across the country right now, showing everything from heatwaves to blizzard conditions, but hiking season, for the most part, is back in session. That means now’s the time to get your gear in order. If you're over chunky hiking boots, Danner has a style you should know about: It's a hybrid boot built for both light to moderate hikes and everyday wear, and it's currently $100 off.
Normally priced at $250, the Danner Vertigo 917 Boots are down to $150 on Danner’s site. This sale is just for the light brown colorway featured here, which has a solid 4.4-star rating out of over 700 reviews. It comes with all the things we like about Danner hiking boots in a much more manageable shape that looks as at home under a pair of selvedge jeans as it does beneath a pair of Prana hiking shorts.
Danner Vertigo 917 Boots, $150 (was $250) at Danner
What Shoppers Should Know
- Upper: Full-grain leather
- Midsole: Vibram SPE rubberized EVA, removable OrthoLite footbed
- Outsole: Vibram 917 with XS Trek rubber
- Lining: Gore-Tex
- Origin: Vietnam
- Best For: Light hiking, urban exploration, rain, daily wear
The Vertigo 917s combine the rugged design of hiking boots (specifically the original Vertigo silhouette) while shedding a few ounces of weight and adding some lifestyle touches that make them easy to wear every day. The full-grain leather upper and Gore-Tex lining make it a solid choice for rainy springtime commutes or city living, with a Vibram 917 outsole and SPE midsole for traction and all-day cushioning.
Hybrid-style boots aren't new, and one could argue that most boots would be fine for traversing rugged terrain. But not all of them look like this. Most of the hybrid hikers we see that split time between trails and trekking city streets lean more into the sneaker look than they do workwear. The Vertigo 917s are modeled after old-school work boots, like most Danner styles, but actually offer more technical features, like waterproofing and enhanced cushioning. That makes them a great choice for those who want a nice middle ground between style and function.
Related: Danner's Rugged Retro Hiking Boots Are 60% Off Right Now
What Shoppers Are Saying
Despite that, one shopper said they’re “as comfortable as wearing sneakers,” and another wrote, “Really great combination of comfortable, light, and feeling durable at the same time.” A third reviewer said the boots “make walking more comfortable” and that you can wear them “right out of the box with no break-in time.”
Another shopper compared this model to his Mountain 600s, writing that the Vertigo 917s have more of a “dress-shoe/casual shoe fit,” and “the profile feels less bulky than my 600s.” These are a great pick for the office as well: “They look great for casual wear and a relaxed office environment.”
The Danner Vertigo 917s are built for easy trails and all-day wear, and you can save $100 on a pair of them right now. Stock is looking healthy at the time of writing, but you should still grab your size before it’s gone.