I bought a pair of Merrell Moab Ventilators (low tops) a few months ago. I generally like them although their laces break more easily than just about any pair of outdoor/hiking type shoes I've ever owned.
I did run into one problem with them about a week ago: one of the lugs on the heel tore almost completely off. I was doing some pretty high altitude XC stuff in the SGW.
En route to East Dobbs Peak:
So, overall I like them, but maybe not the best for rocky high country XC stuff? Have others had problems with the soles tearing?
HJ