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New hiking boots
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:29 pm
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:29 pm
OK OB baws.
I am looking to get a new pair of hiking boots. No heavy mountain use, just basic trail boots.
I am pretty hard on shoes/boots and I am little flat-footed.
Danner boots have been what I have worn for years so these are my preferred choice.
I have heard good things about Lowa boots however I have never worn them.
Merrell boots seem to be a good quality boot so I am looking into them too.
Problem is there is not an actual store up in NELA that carries Danner or Lowa boots. Not even Bass Pro in Bossier, I have called Simmons, TP Outdoors and several outdoor shops.
Academy & Dicks Sporting Goods carries Merrell boots and they seem like a good boot.
Sure I can get a pair on-line from Amazon or REI but I want to try out several different boots before I buy a pair.
I want my Danner boots but would like to try on Lowa or another good brand.
Question, WHERE in tarnation can I go to find a place to go into and try on several pairs of boots in NELA or in the BR area?
Does Cabelas in Gonzalas have Danner or Lowa boots? I can't get someone in the footwear to answer the phone though.
Price is somewhat flexible, in the $200ish range.
Sorry if TL
TIA
I am looking to get a new pair of hiking boots. No heavy mountain use, just basic trail boots.
I am pretty hard on shoes/boots and I am little flat-footed.
Danner boots have been what I have worn for years so these are my preferred choice.
I have heard good things about Lowa boots however I have never worn them.
Merrell boots seem to be a good quality boot so I am looking into them too.
Problem is there is not an actual store up in NELA that carries Danner or Lowa boots. Not even Bass Pro in Bossier, I have called Simmons, TP Outdoors and several outdoor shops.
Academy & Dicks Sporting Goods carries Merrell boots and they seem like a good boot.
Sure I can get a pair on-line from Amazon or REI but I want to try out several different boots before I buy a pair.
I want my Danner boots but would like to try on Lowa or another good brand.
Question, WHERE in tarnation can I go to find a place to go into and try on several pairs of boots in NELA or in the BR area?
Does Cabelas in Gonzalas have Danner or Lowa boots? I can't get someone in the footwear to answer the phone though.
Price is somewhat flexible, in the $200ish range.
Sorry if TL
TIA
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:33 pm to Reubaltaich
The Backpacker in Baton Rouge has plenty of hiking boots.
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:34 pm to Reubaltaich
Timberland makes the best hiking boot I've ever used. $100 or so at Academy.
I'm flat footed as hell and have bone spurs and plantar fasciitis. You'll have to try to find more fricked up feet than mine, but these boots are better than the best pair of athletic shoes I've ever worn
I'm flat footed as hell and have bone spurs and plantar fasciitis. You'll have to try to find more fricked up feet than mine, but these boots are better than the best pair of athletic shoes I've ever worn
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:52 pm to Reubaltaich
I got a pair of LL Bean boots a couple months ago. Comfortable and light.
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:52 pm to Reubaltaich
Cabela's shoes carry Danner, not sure about how big a variety they have, bought my last pair of danners from them and they have held up great
Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:52 pm to Reubaltaich
What type of hiking trails?
A nice light trail running shoe is the best option for most hiking. A boot could be helpful in really cold and wet weather.
That said I've owned a pair of Merrell Chameleon Shift Mids for about 2 months. I wear them everyday for work and they have been comfortable since day one. I bought them in the clearance section at The Backpacker here in town for $110ish.
For most hiking I wear La Sportiva Helios trail runners. For the toughest conditions I wear La Sportiva Trangos.
A nice light trail running shoe is the best option for most hiking. A boot could be helpful in really cold and wet weather.
That said I've owned a pair of Merrell Chameleon Shift Mids for about 2 months. I wear them everyday for work and they have been comfortable since day one. I bought them in the clearance section at The Backpacker here in town for $110ish.
For most hiking I wear La Sportiva Helios trail runners. For the toughest conditions I wear La Sportiva Trangos.
Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:52 pm to Reubaltaich
I've been satisfied with my Salomon shoes. Their boots get good reviews as well. You may want to check them out if you visit The Backpacker. LINK
Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:54 pm to Reubaltaich
I don't know all their brands, but, J & H Boots And Jeans, WM, has a large selection of boots, I don't know about hiking though.
Check em' out if you're close.
Check em' out if you're close.
Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:04 pm to Reubaltaich
Also, check out Pack & Paddle on I-49 just north of Lafayette.
Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:07 pm to Reubaltaich
Sanner Mountain Light has no equal, they are just that good
Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:08 pm to Reubaltaich
Merrills
Posted on 2/16/16 at 10:24 pm to Reubaltaich
Merrell Moab Ventilator
Posted on 2/17/16 at 1:18 am to Reubaltaich
quote:
have heard good things about Lowa boots however I have never worn them.
It's what I wear but they are just 1 of many good brands out there.
Lowa's just happened to fit my feet the best.
Posted on 2/17/16 at 4:27 am to Reubaltaich
I bought a pair of keen boots almost 2 yrs ago. Wear them daily. Most comfortable footwear I've ever owned.
Keen mid height, wide boot
Keen mid height, wide boot
This post was edited on 2/17/16 at 4:30 am
Posted on 2/17/16 at 6:00 am to Reubaltaich
Best boots IMO are Vasque boots with Gortex.
Posted on 2/17/16 at 8:14 am to Reubaltaich
quote:
No heavy mountain use, just basic trail boots.
If you arent going to be doing some heavy backpacking, then I dont think it really matters.
If you were going to get into heavy weights and extended hiking trips/hunting trips, then Meindl, Lowa or Vasque are the boots I would go with. My Meindl's are indestructable. I take care of them and I feel they will last for at least 5 years of heavy backpacking.
If you are only thinking about going on light day hikes without much weight then a mid boot/trail shoe would be a good bet. It depends on how long you want to get out of them.
For about the highest quality medium weight mid boot on the market within your price range, I would look at the Lowa Renegade GTX Mid. This one would be light enough to do active trail running/walking but tough enough with a good enough sole to support a load if you decide to transition into heavier hiking.
These Meindl Nebraska Mid's would be a really nice cheaper alternative.
Posted on 2/17/16 at 10:12 am to Reubaltaich
A couple of things:
1) I know what you mean about not finding shoes in stores to try on. I buy a lot shoes online from Zappo's. They have free shipping both ways. I've bought about 20 pairs of shoes from them, and returned all by 4 or 5, just keeping the ones I wanted. No problems.
2) I used a pair of Merrell Moab Ventilators (low) for hiking for about 2 years. Extremely comfortable and breathable. After the treads wore out, I converted them to my grass cutting shoes.
3) I just bought the Keen Koven Mid WP's a few weeks ago. They are comfortable, but don't breathe as well as the Merrells, probably because of the waterproofing. Most mid's are waterproof, so you'll want to keep that in mind.
4) Another brand you might want to look at is Oboz. I didn't try any of them, but they look good.
5) Check out REI for discounts too.
1) I know what you mean about not finding shoes in stores to try on. I buy a lot shoes online from Zappo's. They have free shipping both ways. I've bought about 20 pairs of shoes from them, and returned all by 4 or 5, just keeping the ones I wanted. No problems.
2) I used a pair of Merrell Moab Ventilators (low) for hiking for about 2 years. Extremely comfortable and breathable. After the treads wore out, I converted them to my grass cutting shoes.
3) I just bought the Keen Koven Mid WP's a few weeks ago. They are comfortable, but don't breathe as well as the Merrells, probably because of the waterproofing. Most mid's are waterproof, so you'll want to keep that in mind.
4) Another brand you might want to look at is Oboz. I didn't try any of them, but they look good.
5) Check out REI for discounts too.
Posted on 2/17/16 at 10:13 am to Reubaltaich
Danner Grouse is the bomb.com
a bit over your price range though.
if you sign up for the Breakroom, they will send weekly emails with great deals on off models of Danner.
a bit over your price range though.
if you sign up for the Breakroom, they will send weekly emails with great deals on off models of Danner.
Posted on 2/17/16 at 3:47 pm to Reubaltaich
Backpacker has a good selection, Massey's also carries Salewa boots. They won't have them in BR, but you can call ahead and have your size brought in from the NOLA area stores or Covington for no charge. Bit of a stretch but I have not once heard a bad review on the Salewa boots, they won gear of the year pretty recently. Definitely worth a look. They have a no blister guarantee on them, goretex or non waterproof, and very durable shoes.
Posted on 2/17/16 at 3:58 pm to Reubaltaich
River Outfitters in Monroe may still sell Vasque boots. I bought a pair and love them. Great boot.
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