noctiluca
 | Posted: November 19th, 2009 Edited: November 19th, 2009 | Quote, Reply |
I suppose that asking this question is like asking what type of tires I should get on my dual sport motorcycle. What type of boots should I buy?? I just want a pair of boots that are worth the money ($150-$250). I weigh around 180 lbs and my pack is between 30-40 lbs on average. I would like some boots that would allow me to travel 10-20 miles a day without killing/blistering my feet. Waterproof yet breathable, if that is even possible? Something that I could wear in Temps between 20-100 degrees. A boot that is durable yet comfortable. Comfort is my #1 concern. I am a Massage Therapist and I take excellent care of my feet. The soles of my feet are like a babys bottom and that means they blister pretty damn easy. So Help me out!!! When it comes to my feet, I wanna get it right the first time!!
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justinadmin
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noctiluca said:
I suppose that asking this question is like asking what type of tires I should get on my dual sport motorcycle. What type of boots should I buy?? I just want a pair of boots that are worth the money ($150-$250). I weigh around 180 lbs and my pack is between 30-40 lbs on average. I would like some boots that would allow me to travel 10-20 miles a day without killing/blistering my feet. Waterproof yet breathable, if that is even possible? Something that I could wear in Temps between 20-100 degrees. A boot that is durable yet comfortable. Comfort is my #1 concern. I am a Massage Therapist and I take excellent care of my feet. The soles of my feet are like a babys bottom and that means they blister pretty damn easy. So Help me out!!! When it comes to my feet, I wanna get it right the first time!! |
Lets talk about waterproof breathable first. Goretex is the obvious choice, but once you get to about 80 degrees, they don't breathe anymore. When it's cold they work great. When it's really hot- not so much.
The biggest factor in blistering is probably socks rather than boots. Make sure you have a good synthetic sock to get the sweat away from your skin. If it has been an issue for you in the past, try a super thin liner as well as a sock.
For only 40 lbs, you could get away with a less substantial hiking shoe, but I get the feeling you'd prefer a structured boot. Leather/fabric boots are lighter and break in almost instantaneously. Full grain leather takes a while to break in, but in some cases can last a lifetime. I've had great experiences with both of these.
Thanks for the question.
Let me know if I can help with anything else.
JL
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noctiluca
| Posted: November 20th, 2009 Edited: November 20th, 2009 | Quote, Reply |
Justin,
Just wanted to say Thank You!! I was already looking at the Asolo Fugitive boots but just wanted to make sure they are a good choice. I ordered them from STP! STP just happened to send my an email today for an extra 30% off any single item and I already had a $58 credit with them that was going to expire today. I used up my credit and only had to pay another $39.99! It was meant to be...perfect timing!
Thanks Again!!
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