Merrell builds out its Moab Collection with new Moab 2 hikers, the plush trail running Flight, and the athletic hiker Speed.
The Merrell Moab hiking shoe has been worn on all types of trails in its decade of use. More than 20 million hikers have chosen it, making it a bestseller. Part of the appeal is the shoe’s design toward comfort, durability, and versatility.
You may have seen Merrell promoting its “Step Further” campaign with a focus on getting more people outside by making hiking more approachable. The brand has done its part by expanding its Moab Collection to appeal to a wider audience.
In addition to an update to its namesake Moab, Merrell added a hybrid sneaker-hiker and a plush trail running shoe to the Moab family: the Speed and Flight, respectively.
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Merrell Moab Hiking Shoes
The Moab Collection aims to keep its reputation for comfort and durability while expanding into new models. Each model uses a breathable mesh and TPU upper, mid-density foam midsoles, rubber outsoles, and protective toecaps.
Below, we’ll show you what’s new in the updated hiker and introduce the two newest members of the collection.
Merrell Moab 2
Hiking-specific features of the Moab 2 include the brand’s Air Cushion heel, which Merrell claims absorb shock while targeting increased stability, and a closed-cell foam tongue to help repel moisture and debris.
Additionally, the shoe uses a molded nylon arch shank with the brand’s M Select FIT.ECO+ blended EVA contoured footbed with “added zonal arch and heel support.”
The Moab 2 is a waterproof hiker and has a dry-climate counterpart, the Ventilator. Both are available in low and mid heights. The Ventilator has a suede and mesh upper, designed to mix protection and breathability. In the waterproof models, Merrell uses its own waterproof, breathable membrane (2 pounds 4 ounces).
Prices range from $100 for Low models to $135 for waterproof Mid models.
Merrell Moab 2 Key Specs
- Upper: (Ventilator) Synthetic leather and mesh; (Mid Waterproof) M Select DRY membrane
- Midsole: FloatPro Foam midsole, Merrell Air Cushion in the heel
- Outsole: Vibram TC5+ sole; 5mm lugs
- Listed weight: Low – 1 lb. 11 oz. (W) / 1 lb. 15 oz. (M); Mid WP – 2 lb. (W) / 2 lbs. 4 oz. (M)
Moab Speed
Merrell Moab Speed Key Specs
- Upper: Mesh and TPU, recycled lace material; (Mid-GORE-TEX) waterproof membrane
- Midsole: FloatPro Foam with Merrell Air Cushion in the heel
- Outsole: Vibram EcoStep (30% recycled rubber); Vibram Traction Lug pattern, 4mm lugs
- Listed Weight: 1 lb. 6 oz.
Moab Flight
Merrell Moab Flight Key Specs
- Upper: 70% recycled mesh, with mesh lining
- Midsole: FloatPro Foam; positioned as mid-density, durable
- Outsole: Vibram EcoStep (30% recycled rubber); 3mm lugs
- Listed Weight: 1 lb. 1 oz.
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