I felt the GTX and 3D Soloman's had a clunky and semi heavy feel. Both are pretty much the same shoe, but I believe the GTX is the Gortex version. I initially liked the GTX (Comes in Camo) and the toe guard seemed nice and they were cozy on the feet, but after walking around with them, they felt awkward and unbalanced. They seemed "Toe Heavy" (maybe because of the Toe's Rock Guard?) which made the steps fall heavy and unnatural.
It may also be because I tried the Solomon Speed Cross 3's on first (And was SOLD on them)- Super light, EXTREMELY comfortable and good semi-aggressive tread that sheds mud and snow well and the lacing - NICE! I practically had them on my feet out of Cabela's the other day, but my "Spidey" senses told me to hold off and research some more reviews a little before I used Father's Day as my excuse to come home with them at $124.
The reviews....Well, they were STELLAR regarding comfort, traction, wear ability/longevity, support and Waterproofing (Gortex) .....BUT....The nail in the coffin was the last part of the review stating how HOT the Gortex kept the feet above 50?.
These were after all, meant to be used?during?Utah's HOT bow hunt and though they shined in every other area; HOT feet = Sweaty/Smelly feet and the GORTEX, keeps moisture in as good as it does out.
So long story longer....Sometimes It's best just to NOT to try and fix what "Isn't Broken" - In this case, my Adidas Kanadias! They are mesh, so they breathe extremely well, have great traction that isn't slippery on wet rocks and sheds mud/snow fairly well. And did I mention - Super Light and Comfy? My only mods on these - I switched Insoles to Super Feet and wear Low/Mid height Gaiters.
Hope this helps a little...
?-ERock-> ?