A Popular Danner Hiking Boot That Feels Like 'Absolute Heaven' Is a Rare 25% Off Right Now

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When it comes to hiking boots , one name stands above the rest: Danner . The brand is known for its sturdy, well-made boots that not only feel great and offer superb traction but look damn good, too. If you’ve been pining for a pair but haven’t wanted to splurge, now’s your chance to grab one of the brand's best at REI while it's over $50 off.

The Danner Mountain 600 Leaf Gore-Tex Hiking Boots are on sale for $165 at REI—a 25% discount on their normal price of $220. These hardy leather boots are a favorite for hiking—they’ve earned nearly 100 five-star ratings from REI shoppers who say they have "great on all kinds of trail conditions." The boots are discounted in the handsome Grizzly Brown/Rhodo Red color, and most sizes are on sale.

Danner Mountain 600 Leaf Gore-Tex Hiking Boots in Grizzly Brown/Rhodo Red, $165 (was $220) at REI

The Danner Mountain 600 Leaf Gore-Tex is a go-anywhere hiking boot designed for maximum protection from the elements. It features a full-grain leather upper with a waterproof Gore-Tex membrane that blocks out rain, snow, and splashes to keep your feet from getting soaked on the trail, and the ankle-height design offers extra protection from scrapes against rocks and brush. They’re also built to be comfortable: an Ortholite footbed and Vibram rubberized EVA midsole dissipate impact forces and create a smooth ride while a TPU heel frame supports your foot with each step. The Mountain 600 is also designed around a larger last, which creates a roomier, more accommodating fit. And, like any good hiking boot, it’s loaded with underfoot traction thanks to a lugged Vibram Megagrip rubber outsole that bites into dirt and soft ground for sure footing on any terrain.

One thing you can bet on if you pick the Danner Mountain 600 is that you’ll be getting a quality hiking boot. One reviewer called them “one of the best boots I’ve ever had” after putting 70 miles on them while hiking in Arizona. “Very comfortable, no blisters or foot issues, no break in time,” they added. Another reviewer agreed, saying, “The cushioning is great, [I] was really surprised at how comfy they were right out of the box.”

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Others marveled at how the Mountain 600 handled adverse terrain and weather conditions without issue. One shopper called them “absolute heaven” and noted they kept their feet dry even after hours in the rain. “Very pleased with the Vibram soles,” said another satisfied hiker, “which were very grippy on a wet, sandy, slippery, and steep rocky trail.”

Danner boots are highly regarded and don’t go on sale often, so this is an excellent chance to score a pair for a great price. But the Mountain 600 is selling fast, especially at its current $165 sale price, so make sure to secure yours before sizes run out.