The boot runs long in the toe so it’s recommended to get half a size or a full size smaller than usual. It’s also cut quite high on the ankle, so there’s plenty of sturdiness and support. The distinctive sole, a Vibram Kletterlift, is solid and durable and offers good traction on wet and dry surfaces. It also found that it was able to shed mud well. Weighing in at around 1.2kg for the pair, they can’t be described as lightweight; however they’re certainly designed to last the test of time and are even eligible for complete re-crafting by Danner, which arguably goes some way to justifying the £286 price tag.

Danner Mountain Light: Performance

The first time I wore the Danner Mountan Light I was wary of the risk of blisters and sore feet due to the stiff leather upper and sturdy sole but I was pleasantly surprised to find that the leather softened quickly and that within a couple of weeks I was able complete longer hill-walks without any rubbing. The thick outsole and fibreglass shank make the boot quite stiff underfoot but there’s still a good deal of comfort and shock absorption thanks to the polyurethane midsole that runs from the heel to instep.

Inside, your feet will remain toasty warm thanks to the inner lining that feels like putting on a warm glove on an icy cold day and the Gore-Tex membrane, coupled with the minimal seams, meant my feet stayed dry when rambling through shallow streams or hiking through long grass in the rain. The only time water seeped in was when I fell down a shin-deep bog in North Wales.

Danner also have a non-waterproof version of the Mountain Light that should suit anyone hiking in warmer climes.