Collection: Merrell

Merrell is an American outdoor footwear specialist founded in 1981 in Vermont by Randy Merrell, a custom bootmaker who'd built reputation crafting handmade boots for hikers. The brand has now been part of the Wolverine Worldwide group since 1997 and is among the world's most respected outdoor and trail footwear brands.

The Merrell range covers serious hiking boots (the Moab series is one of the world's bestselling hiking shoes, with over 35 million pairs sold), trail running shoes, casual lifestyle boots and shoes, and everyday walking footwear. Behind every Merrell is a focus on grip (Vibram or Merrell's own rubber compounds), cushioning (M Select FIT.ECO foam in many styles) and weather resistance (Gore-Tex or M Select DRY membranes).

What distinguishes Merrell from purely athletic outdoor brands is the comfort-led approach to everyday wear. Many Merrell styles, while engineered for trails, are equally at home in town. The Jungle Moc slip-on is a cult favourite for travel and casual wear; the Encore line of clogs blends outdoor durability with house-shoe ease.

Merrell sizing uses UK standards and runs true to fit for most styles. The Moab hiking shoes can feel slightly snug across the forefoot for wide-footed wearers — going up half a size is sensible if you'll wear them on long hikes. Many hiking styles come in both regular and wide fittings; check the product description.

Care: Merrell uses high-quality leathers and synthetic mesh depending on the style. Brush off mud and trail debris after each use. Leather Merrells benefit from periodic conditioning. Gore-Tex membranes can be refreshed with a waterproofing spray (Nikwax or similar) every few months of heavy use. Most Merrell soles can be re-soled by some specialist cobblers, extending the shoe's life by several years.

Cordners has been Northern Ireland's footwear specialist since 1937. Family-owned across three generations, we've built our reputation on three things: choosing the brands customers can trust, fitting shoes properly using trained staff and free in-store measuring, and standing behind every pair we sell. Our stores across Northern Ireland stock the widest range of footwear in the region, and our online store brings that same expertise to anyone in the UK and Ireland.

Every pair is sourced directly from the brand or its authorised UK distributor — what you order is 100% genuine and comes with the manufacturer's full warranty. Free 30-day returns means you can try at home with zero risk. If the size or style isn't right, send them back at our expense. Free standard UK delivery on orders over £75, with next-day delivery available on orders placed before 2pm Monday to Friday. Click-and-collect from any Cordners store across Northern Ireland is free of charge, with stock typically ready within one working day. Need sizing advice? Visit any Cordners store for a free fitting from our trained team, or chat to us online during business hours.