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A great hiking boot is lightweight, durable, and comfortable when worn all day—just like a great work boot. So it makes sense that one of the best hiking boot makers around also makes great work boots, including this pair that just went on sale.
Merrell Fullbench Speed Mid Carbon Fiber Work Boots are just $60 on the Merrell site right now, 59% off their normal $145 price tag. They’ve earned nearly 20 five-star ratings (out of just 27 total) and reviews saying they’re “extremely comfortable,” “lightweight but sturdy,” and “well made all around.”
Merrell Fullbench Speed Mid Carbon Fiber Work Boot, $60 (was $145) at Merrell
These boots are packed full of safety and comfort features. There’s a carbon fiber safety toe (lighter than steel but still plenty protective), a sticky rubber outsole for grip and traction to prevent trips and falls, and a rock plate to prevent punctures from below. It meets ASTM safety standards for toe protective toe cap and electrical hazard-resistant footwear. For comfort, there’s a breathable mesh lining, Merrell’s Comfortbase footbed and midsole tech, an arch plate to prevent foot fatigue, and an air cushion in the heel.
“I live up in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and there is always something to do,” wrote one reviewer who says these boots are “perfect for working, cutting trees, and general household outside chores.” They’ve also proven great for more intense work, “from lot cleaning to cutting up fallen branches and trees, and general fire prevention maintenance.”
“I’m a plumber,” another customer wrote, who is “on my feet all day in all types of conditions.” These are the “best work boots I’ve ever owned” because they “are extremely durable, comfortable, and waterproof.”
Homeowners and tradespeople alike agree that the Merrell Fullbench Speed Mid Carbon Fiber Work Boots have the comfort and protection needed to qualify as a great pair of work boots. This nearly 60% off discount from a respected manufacturer like Merrell means they’re primed to sell out, so if you’re ready for a new pair of work boots, we’d recommend snagging a pair as soon as you can.
