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Hiking Boots/hiking Kicks. I need some yesterday
Posted on 9/2/14 at 1:02 pm
Posted on 9/2/14 at 1:02 pm
so I'm packing for this trip to Montana next week and I discovered my old Vasque boots are all dry rotted from lack of use and general neglect.
I plan on doing some light hiking but don't want to break in a pair of new boots on the trail. I guess I need more of a hiking shoe. Which pair does the OB recommend that I can get ASAP and be ready to wear?
Will I be OK with some old New Balance running shoes?
I plan on doing some light hiking but don't want to break in a pair of new boots on the trail. I guess I need more of a hiking shoe. Which pair does the OB recommend that I can get ASAP and be ready to wear?
Will I be OK with some old New Balance running shoes?
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Posted on 9/2/14 at 1:10 pm to Motorboat
I bought some Lowa renegades for a backcountry hunt in Co next week and they almost required no break in. I have heard the keen targhee II are really comfy, but their durability has been questioned a bit.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 1:24 pm to Motorboat
Going in the mountains or the plains?
Posted on 9/2/14 at 1:29 pm to RogerTheShrubber
Mountains
Posted on 9/2/14 at 1:36 pm to Motorboat
Mid rise hikers should be fine unless you're rock climbing.
Probably find something at an outdoor outfitter where you're going. May pay a bit more, but the local places have a lot more knowledge.
Probably find something at an outdoor outfitter where you're going. May pay a bit more, but the local places have a lot more knowledge.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 1:59 pm to Motorboat
Salomon XA Pro3d, I think is the model.
Lightweight, goretex, really quick lace up.
I have a pair and just recently got a pair of adidas. Compared to the Salomon the adidas are hot and heavy. I'll have to look up the model later.
They aren't true hiking boots, but I've found they work great for day hikes and such.
Lightweight, goretex, really quick lace up.
I have a pair and just recently got a pair of adidas. Compared to the Salomon the adidas are hot and heavy. I'll have to look up the model later.
They aren't true hiking boots, but I've found they work great for day hikes and such.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 2:56 pm to Motorboat
Keens because they fit great out the box.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 3:03 pm to Shexter
Excellent. Thanks breh
Posted on 9/2/14 at 4:05 pm to Motorboat
Hiked about 40 miles in Glacier National Park last month. I wear LaSportivia trail runners, can't remember the model. No gortex.
I also use Merrel ventilators I think is what they are called.
Unless your carrying a serious heavy pack you don't really need heavy hiking boots. Mine are just tough running shoes with better grip.
Edit- I think the La Sportivia are wildcats. And the Merrels are the stretch chameleon or something like that. If you wear tennis shoes often you will not need break in time.
I also use Merrel ventilators I think is what they are called.
Unless your carrying a serious heavy pack you don't really need heavy hiking boots. Mine are just tough running shoes with better grip.
Edit- I think the La Sportivia are wildcats. And the Merrels are the stretch chameleon or something like that. If you wear tennis shoes often you will not need break in time.
This post was edited on 9/2/14 at 4:09 pm
Posted on 9/2/14 at 4:22 pm to kengel2
If you want quality, Lowa, Kennetrek, Meindhl.
I've had shitty luck buying stuff online, I have to try them on. Last pair of Salomon trail shoes I bought online didn't fit right and were destroyed within a few months.
I've had shitty luck buying stuff online, I have to try them on. Last pair of Salomon trail shoes I bought online didn't fit right and were destroyed within a few months.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 4:24 pm to RogerTheShrubber
Rocks will destroy a pair quick. Depends on the trails. I've started going with lightweight and have had good life out of them.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 4:25 pm to RogerTheShrubber
yeah. I'm gonna go look at one of our outdoor stores here in town
Posted on 9/2/14 at 4:47 pm to Nodust
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Rocks will destroy a pair quick. Depends on the trails. I've started going with lightweight and have had good life out of them.
Absolutely. Trail hikers are great for many things but don't hold up well around rugged terrain. At least in my experience.
If I had the money I'd buy some of those Italian handmade mids. But I'm too cheap to spend $400 on boots.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 4:49 pm to Motorboat
The problem with footwear is it takes more than a few miles to figure out if you like that style or not. Worse thing to do is buy a new pair and wear them with no backup plan.
You may be in a situation where you have no choice though. Get them ASAP and wear them all the time until you need them.
You may be in a situation where you have no choice though. Get them ASAP and wear them all the time until you need them.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 5:55 pm to Nodust
Went with the Merrill All out blaze. No breaking in required. Thanks OB!
Posted on 9/2/14 at 6:01 pm to Motorboat
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Went with the Merrill All out blaze.
I've had multiple pairs and never had to break them in.Posted on 9/2/14 at 6:01 pm to Motorboat
I've had a few different Merrels. Always liked them.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 8:16 pm to NWTFbama
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bought some Lowa renegades for a backcountry hunt in Co next week and they almost required no break in.
I second this....have Lowa alpine boots and I only put 15 miles on them before a serious climb and they never once hurt.
Spendy (220 for renegades) but a great boot and all I'll ever wear again.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 8:23 pm to LSUintheNW
Since this is a somewhat hiking thread. Here is me at Iceberg Lake in Glacier end of July.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 8:37 pm to Nodust
Nice!
me coming down from Mt. Hood summit wearing my Lowas.
me coming down from Mt. Hood summit wearing my Lowas.
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