Merrell Nova 3 Low Tactical Shoes - Black

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15.05.2026

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I am disappointed. Besides the fact that the shoes are smaller than standard, I had to wait over a month for a return to order a larger size. After purchasing them again and using them for a few hours in the office, I noticed that the heel still slips and doesn’t hold well, regardless of how I tie the laces. The size was chosen correctly and I don't have such problems with other shoes of similar size. Here, every time I walk, I feel uncertain due to poor heel support, and that’s only on an office floor – I can hardly imagine using them for running or trekking. As a soldier, I would gladly exchange this model for the MID version, where in my opinion this problem does not occur, but since I have already used them, I don’t want to cause trouble for others. Other than that, the shoes are made of good materials and are comfortable, but only when standing still.

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25.01.2026

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Great shoes for summer. Light, airy, comfortable. With good cushioning and a non-slip sole. After wearing the black ones for one season, I bought another pair in a different color - to alternate. That is probably the best recommendation.

Unfortunately, a minus. The shoes are very light and comfortable, but as someone else has already written, you get the feeling of slipping and not holding the heels. This is very annoying when walking. After 2 months of occasional use, I got chafing on the heels because of this. The warranty was rejected supposedly because I chose the wrong size. The size was actually fine. I couldn't lace them tighter to prevent my heel from slipping out because it hurt my foot. It's a shame because they look like new except for holes in the heels. Personally, I do not recommend them. Maybe they are adapted for large American feet.

Merrell Nova 3 Low Tactical shoes are a phenomenal choice! They are as light as a feather but provide great stability. The Dark Olive color looks great. Incredibly comfortable for everyday use and in the field. Excellent grip and cushioning. An absolute hit!

Light and comfortable, with excellent grip and stability in the field. Solid materials and modern design make them perfect for everyday use and tougher conditions.

WARNING After a year of use (completely normal, nothing crazy), these shoes are only good for the trash. The mesh tears, the sole is like a pancake and doesn't cushion anymore, and the shoes are useless. I definitely do not recommend this purchase, but I do recommend Lowa shoes—they're indestructible. I've had mine for 7 years and they still look and work like new.

Very comfortable shoes. They don't pinch the toes because they are wide enough for me. Unfortunately, they don't grip the heel and when walking on dew, they collect moisture from all around.

First pair and I was already satisfied. Light, comfortable, I have big problems with my feet, but combined with orthopedic insoles, these are ideal shoes. Even a little dew is enough to soak them, but that's expected with shoes made of such airy and thin mesh. They survived going to the office, walks in the woods, and light work in the garden. They didn't survive a bigger spark from a campfire; the mesh melted, creating a hole—but without hesitation I grabbed my phone and ordered a second pair. Just as comfortable and meeting expectations. For me, the sizing chart worked: I ordered the same number as all my other shoes and they fit perfectly.

Very nice because they are wide, well cushioned (big drop—which not everyone will like), and look good. You need to figure out the size; I have the Merrell Moab Speed in size 41.5 and the insole is exactly the same length and width as this model in size 41. Size 41.5 of this model was clearly too big for me and did not hold the heel. The downside is I expected them to be more breathable—in motion it's OK, but a moment of stillness after exertion and you can feel warmth and moisture on your feet.

Good shoes for calm walks in the city and _light_ terrain. They are quite breathable. However, that's where their advantages end. Next to tactical boots, they are not even close. Lateral foot support is virtually nonexistent, and the heel area is very shallow. The effect—it's like walking in slippers with a heel strap. In more challenging terrain or during more dynamic activities, there is a high risk of falling and/or injury. They are not even comparable to ordinary Salomon running shoes (Cross Hike or SpeedCross), let alone typical tactical boots. I first bought the Dark Coyote, then also got the Dark Olive. While the first pair looks just like the photo, the second is completely different in color than shown in the picture. In summary... For unchallenging conditions in warm periods—they are very good. For slightly more demanding tasks and terrain—a disaster. Why did I buy them? Because I mostly have a lot of good GTX boots but was missing something breathable for ordinary spring-summer walks, walking the dog in not too demanding terrain, or doing photo shoots in simpler conditions than forests, marshes, or mountains.

The shoes seem to be nice, I say 'seem' because I am returning the second pair due to an incorrect size chart description. Usually, I buy size 42 shoes—here, it turned out they fit perfectly with no room to spare, so I exchanged for size 43 and still, it's not ideal; there's still a bit of room missing. So I'll try 43.5 (according to the chart, the difference between 43 and 43.5 is only 0.1mm) and I think that's impossible. The width and the space for the foot are exaggerated; the shoes are rather narrow, almost snug to the foot (and I don't have a wide foot). To sum up: the shoes are light, nice cushioning, but the sizing runs very small.

Great shoes, light, breathable, very well cushioned, aggressive tread, and they are not as narrow at the toes as classic 'adikis.' Nice shoes for the outdoors and they will do well on warmer days.

These are yet another pair of Merrell shoes for me; I consider them the most comfortable and durable shoes. I have been struggling with heel spurs for years, and Merrell shoes are the only option for long and comfortable hikes. Militaria, as always, provides top-level service.

The shoe is light, fits the foot well, and is breathable. The toes and heel are well protected, and the foot is well cushioned. One note to buyers: don't look at the insole length, only at the size - there's something strange going on with this manufacturer's sizing. I wear size 42, bought 42, and have no problems with fit even though, in my opinion, the insole length doesn't match.

Super comfortable, light shoes. Great workmanship, no threads sticking out, the gluing leaves nothing to be desired. This is my next pair of this model. Worth recommending for warmer days, though not only.