Merrell Men's Nova 4 Waterproof Trail Shoes

About This Item

Merrell’s best-selling trail shoe is reimagined to blend clean athletic design with functional running comfort to support an array of end-use capabilities.

FEATURES:

  • Waterproof membrane seals out water and lets moisture escape
  • Breathable engineered mesh and TPU upper
  • 100% recycled laces and webbing
  • 50% recycled removable EVA foam footbed
  • Cleansport NXT™ treated for natural odor control
  • 50% recycled mesh footbed cover
  • FloatPro™ Foam midsole for lightweight comfort that lasts
  • Merrell Quantum Grip™ durable rubber outsole that enables confidence in the most extreme trail environments
  • Brand : Merrell
  • Country of Origin : Imported
  • Web ID: 25MRRMMNV4WPDRBXXFBO

REVIEWS

4.0
68%
Recommended

60 Reviews

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The Perfect Hiking Shoes

This is my first pair of Merrells. I thought these would be clunky, but these are the most comfortable shoes I own (next to my Onitsuka Tigers). Tested them in the Rockies and they are sure footed and lightweight. Have not tried the waterproof functionality yet, but the Colour is great and they are more versatile than I thought.

Shoes Seem Cheaply Made, And Fall Apart Quickly.

The shoes look great and are comfortable, but they don't last. I usually get my boyfriend new work shoes in December and June. I purchased a pair for my boyfriend for Christmas in 2025, and by March the toe area was seperating from the sole. He didn't even begin wearing them until the end of January, as he was off work most ofnthe month. He liked the comfort, color, and water proofness so much, we thought maybe just a bum pair and he bought himself another pair. He has worn them a little over 3 months, and a rip has appeared in the top of the shoes. Very disappointed.

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Amazing Shoe, Worth Every Penny.

Very light and comfortable, yet sturdy and fits true to size

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Great But Miss The Mids

Shoes are comfortable. They are new so not sure how long they will last but if they are anything like the 3 Mids they’ll last a while. I do how ever miss the mid style. The low cut are fine but I was hoping for the mids again.

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Great Shoe

Very comfortable. Sizing is correct and I love the feel.

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Light Shoe, Weak Heel Cup

Very light, but the padding behind the heel is really soft, it'll be an issue on the long term.

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Keeps Feet Dry

Excellent shoes keeps my feed dry, very comfortable

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Excellant Stability And Reliable Merrell Fit.

The fit is excellant. Due to the lining it runs just a bit more snug and much warmer than my non-waterproof Nova 4, so I either wear them barefoot or with a very thin sock. I doubt I would wear them in any dry/hot climate - that is what my normal Nova 4's are for. Great forefoot room but not sloppy. I don't run but the walking stability, cushion and traction are perfect for me. I have not yet encountered them in slippery mud. I am 72 y.o., 6'2" 200 lbs, size 13. I have the blue/purple pair and get a lot of compliments on them.

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My Feet Love Them.

Very comfortable, not stiff, excellent support. I can wear them all day and not suffer any or a least minimal foot fatigue. Great traction and stability on varied surfaces.

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Noisy And Narrow

Too Narrow and Waterproof Materials Sounds Like a Unwrapping a Candy with Each Step. Returned

Terrible

I’ve had these shoes for 5 months and they are not waterproof and have ripped in four spots where the material is sued into the rubber. Not worth the money spent!! Absolute garbage.

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Comfortable Shoes.

So far very comfortable. Haven't tested them on the trail yet.

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Comfortable

This shoe is flexible and comfortable. Hard to believe its actually waterproof.

Received incentive

Comfortable

Great for average trails, for more technical trails get something with more teeth

They Discontinued The Nova 3 For This?!?

It’s like they fixed the collapsing heel issue that the Nova 2’s and made the perfect shoe with the Nova 3’s, and then thought it would be good to ruin them again and bring back the heel issue for the 4’s. Why??? I had 3 pairs of 3s and loved them, and my 4s didnt even make a whole summer hiking season before the left heel wore down so much they’re unusable unless I want to be unbalanced and get weird soreness and pain from hiking/running like that. So disappointing and I will probably look at Altra or something else for my next pair.

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