Merrell SpeedArc Matis vs Zpacks Deluxe Camp Shoes
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Lightweight hiking shoe at 12.34oz per pair. Cushioned midsole for trail comfort.
Full details →Ultralight camp shoes at only 2.5 oz. Features 5mm foam sole for fireside comfort.
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Merrell SpeedArc Matis vs Zpacks Deluxe Camp Shoes: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Zpacks Deluxe Camp Shoes wins — at 152 g it is 23 g (13%) lighter than the Merrell SpeedArc Matis (175 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest footwear page, or browse the full gear weight database.