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Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:29 pm
Posted by Reubaltaich
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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
Posted by Jcorye1
Tom Brady = GoAT
Member since Dec 2007
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:33 pm to
The Backpacker in Baton Rouge has plenty of hiking boots.
Posted by tigerinthebueche
Member since Oct 2010
36791 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:34 pm to
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
Posted by Reubaltaich
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Member since Jun 2006
4967 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:49 pm to
quote:

The Backpacker in Baton Rouge has plenty of hiking boots.



Cool, thanks man.

Also, I have good things about Timberland hiking boots. I will give them a try.
Posted by upgrayedd
Lifting at Tobin's house
Member since Mar 2013
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:52 pm to
I got a pair of LL Bean boots a couple months ago. Comfortable and light.
Posted by Tigerpaw123
Louisiana
Member since Mar 2007
17261 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 7:52 pm to
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 by Reubaltaich
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Member since Jun 2006
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:34 pm to
quote:

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



I really like the way these look. LINK

BTW, if you don't mind if I ask, which Danner boots did you purchase?
Posted by Tigerpaw123
Louisiana
Member since Mar 2007
17261 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:42 pm to
I guess mine were hunting boots and not hiking boots, but went with the h High ground

Been pleased
This post was edited on 2/16/16 at 8:44 pm
Posted by wheelr
Member since Jul 2012
5147 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:52 pm to
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.
Posted by NewIberiaHaircut
Lafayette
Member since May 2013
11559 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:52 pm to
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 by Ole Geauxt
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Member since Dec 2007
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:54 pm to
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.
Posted by upgrayedd
Lifting at Tobin's house
Member since Mar 2013
134865 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 8:55 pm to
quote:

A nice light trail running shoe is the best option for most hiking. A boot could be helpful in really cold and wet weather.


OP, if this is what you're looking for, check out Salomon. They make nice running/hiking hybrids.
Posted by Shexter
Prairieville
Member since Feb 2014
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:04 pm to
Also, check out Pack & Paddle on I-49 just north of Lafayette.
Posted by Boston911
Lafayette
Member since Dec 2013
1947 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:07 pm to
Sanner Mountain Light has no equal, they are just that good
Posted by jorconalx
alexandria
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:08 pm to
Merrills
Posted by Reubaltaich
A nation under duress
Member since Jun 2006
4967 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:16 pm to
quote:

J & H Boots And Jeans, WM


I drive by them hill-billies just about everyday.

I called inquiring and some teenager answered the phone, it was basically, 'uhhh, I dunno...umm, no we don't carry Danner'. I guess I need to actually stop by and check them out.

Thanks to all you OBers for all the input.

Salomon & La Sportiva is now on my list to check out.
Posted by Nodust
Member since Aug 2010
22632 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:19 pm to
quote:

La Sportiva

I have the Wildcats. Hiked all over Glacier NP, White Mountains in New Hampshire, and over rocks in Maine. All I'll wear now.

Get some DarnTough socks and your good for a few hundred miles.
Posted by Reubaltaich
A nation under duress
Member since Jun 2006
4967 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 9:27 pm to
quote:

OP, if this is what you're looking for, check out Salomon. They make nice running/hiking hybrids.


Roger on that. Over and out. G'night OBers
Posted by Ole Geauxt
KnowLa.
Member since Dec 2007
50880 posts
Posted on 2/16/16 at 10:16 pm to
quote:

I drive by them hill-billies just about everyday.

. I guess I need to actually stop by and check them out.


Well, if you do, holler real loud and I might be able to hear you up towards The Loutre..
Posted by meeple
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Member since May 2011
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Posted on 2/16/16 at 10:24 pm to
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