Hello:
With my new total backpack weight of 17 lbs (down from 32lbs a couple months ago!), I am switching from boots to trail runners.
I’ve seen a lot of good things about the Montrail Vitesse on this website but nothing about the Montrail Hardrock. Montrails website allows a side by side comparison with a rating from zero to 5.
The Hardrock has slightly less Toebox width with a 4 vs. the Vitesse’s 5.
Other than that the Hardrock rates equal or better than the Vitesse as follows:
Underfoot protection equal at 5
Pronation control 5 vs. Vitesse’s 4
Forefoot Flexibility 5 vs. Vitesse’s 3
(or is forefoot flexibility as drawback for ultralight backpacking?)
Heel Strike Cushioning 5 vs. Vitesse’s4
Forefoot Cushioning 5 vs. Vitesse’s 4
Waterproof equal at 2
Ventialleted equal at 4
Mud Snow Traction 5 vs. Vitesse’s 3
Smooth Rock Traction equal at 4
Both models are the same weight at 13oz.
I can buy the hardrocks locally at A16 or REI but would have to order the Vitesse any experiences or insight into the two models would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Chris
 
