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Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Men's Trail Model X Ventilated Hiking Shoes With VertiGrip Traction
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Customers overwhelmingly praise these shoes for exceptional comfort and durability. Most describe them as extremely comfortable for all-day wear, with supportive fit that requires minimal break-in and feels true to size. Reviewers highlight sturdy construction built to last, with many reporting two years of daily use and planning to repurchase. A few note fit issues with wide widths and occasional lace deterioration, but overall customers consider these shoes reliable and worthwhile for hiking, yard work, and everyday use.
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October 4, 2026
My husband continues to want this particular shoe because of its comfort, traction & style. He has the regular ones & the water proof ones. He is a definite fan.
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September 29, 2026
I bought these shoes two months ago for trail walking and they fit well and are very comfortable on hills as well as flats.
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September 28, 2026
hopefully they will "break in"
They were quite stiff and hopefully they will break in
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September 26, 2026
So far, so good
Came upon these while looking for a sturdy, breathable work shoe for doing construction, a somewhat challenging search as many companies seem focused on "waterproof" shoes, which I
Cape Cod
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September 18, 2026
Snug until break-in
3rd pair I’ve bought. Nice fit once on. Need shoehorn to put on until they mold to my feet.
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September 11, 2026
hiking shoes
The size feels very snug. For a size 9, it felt like a smaller size.
North Carolina
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September 10, 2026
Poor Fit
Had this shoe before. Ordered again. Didn’t fit. Returned to exchange for wide. No complaints about shoe. L.L.Bean exchange service stinks. Returned shoes received at L.L.Bean Augu
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September 8, 2026
Too Narrow
Wides are NOT wide enough, blisters on the outside arches of my foot. Held them up to the old shoes/same style, can see the new shoes are smaller. Won't buy any more, waste of $ b
Ohio
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August 3, 2026
Sole seems less robust
Third time buyer of these shoes over the last 4 years. I use them year-round for my morning walks here in western Colorado. The climate is arid and the trails rocky. These provide
Iowa
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August 2, 2026
Cheap Shoe Laces / Replacements Don't Fit Eyelet
Cheap laces will need to be replaced. THE PROBLEM - Replacement hiking boot laces don't fit through the narrow metal eyelet at the top of the shoe. Very good shoe otherwise.
Response from L.L.Bean
August 6, 2026
By Customer Service
We're sorry to hear that the replacement laces don't work for these shoes. Please know that we do accept most items for a return within one year of purchase. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you with more information on returns shortly.
New Mexico
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July 17, 2026
fit
shoes go on a little tight but once on are fine. aa
plymouth mn
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July 7, 2026
Colorado Comfort!
I finally came to the epiphany that I'm no longer am a size 9.5 and had to give in to the size 10 shoe. These hiking shoes are just what I need for daily life in Colorado, because
Colorado
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July 6, 2026
Comfortable Shoes
Bought these as a second pair right before an extended hiking trip and so glad I did. I didn’t have much time to break them in and was happy with no blisters after 10 miles on two
Wyoming
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June 16, 2026
Stylish, comfortable, robust, and light weight.
The shoes are robust, comfortable, and light weight.
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June 15, 2026
WRONG SIZING
I ORDERED SIZE 13 EE (WIDE), I RECEIVED SIZE 13 NARROW D. IMPOSSIBLE TO GET MY FOOT INTO THE NARROW OPENING. WELL-MADE PRODUCT, BUT I ASSUME ALL THE OTHER MODELS ARE THE SAME. REFU
Response from L.L.Bean
June 18, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service
We're so sorry an incorrect size was sent. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you soon.
FLORIDA
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June 13, 2026
sizing is not as morked
Nice shoe but the sizing is way off. I've worn a size 9 for years and never had a problem with shoes being wrong. But this shoe seems to be under sized and is more like an 8. Unfor
Response from L.L.Bean
June 16, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We’re sorry the sizing didn’t feel right - that’s not the fit we expect. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you.
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June 9, 2026
Great product glad I bought them
I bought these over a year ago desperate for good outdoor footwear for my active lifestyle. Loved the wide size too. Wore them out and just reordered the exact same model and size
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May 29, 2026
Comfortable
I am a teacher and I am on my feet and these shoes are sturdy and comfortable, and they are made in Vietnam.
Framingham, Massachusetts
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May 28, 2026
Hiking boots
Good quality, well made, and fit appropriate for size that I ordered
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May 4, 2026
New Review Update
I reviewed these poorly earlier upon returning them, because they were way too tight after years of wearing the same model, but then I figured something out. My feet and ankles wer
Raleigh, NC
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