In its September 2025 issue, Country Walking reviewed the Meindl Bhutan MFS GTX. Known for rigorous gear tests, the magazine’s verdict on the Bhutan was clear: a serious boot for serious adventures.
“The Bhutan is a beautiful beast of a boot: built like a tank, it’ll carry you over pretty much any terrain from lowland bog to Highland peak.”
With a high build and a reassuringly stiff sole, the Bhutan offers confidence on challenging ground.
“Every time I find an edge, I know I can push off with confidence. It’s built high, too: the sole unit has a ‘double density’, meaning that the deep lugs can shed mud with ease, while allowing for shock absorption and excellent traction.”
Despite its rugged build, the Bhutan scored highly for comfort. Memory foam around the ankle and a supportive insole make long days in the mountains feel easier.
“I also find the boot incredibly comfortable, which isn’t always a feature associated with rugged, heavy mountain boots. There’s a layer of memory foam around the ankle, which surely helps with this, and a highly supportive insole.”
The Bhutan impressed with its quality materials and precise finish.
“There’s also something to be said for the exquisite craftsmanship of these boots: the nubuck leather is so soft and precisely shaped that there is an undeniable joy simply to slipping them on.”
Ratings (Country Walking)
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