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What do we like for a good hiking type shoe/boot for general wear.
May 19, 2017, 12:54 PM
CliffWhat do we like for a good hiking type shoe/boot for general wear.
Looking at hiking type boots/shoes with a composite toe to wear for daily wear. Hot or cold weather, light & durable.
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May 19, 2017, 12:57 PM
cmr076quote:
Originally posted by Cliff:
Looking at hiking type boots/shoes with a composite toe to wear for daily wear. Hot or cold weather, light & durable.
I love my Salamon 4D GTX. I've worn them in deep snow, and on summer hikes and camping.
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May 19, 2017, 01:13 PM
medic451quote:
Originally posted by cmr076:
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Originally posted by Cliff:
Looking at hiking type boots/shoes with a composite toe to wear for daily wear. Hot or cold weather, light & durable.
I love my Salamon 4D GTX. I've worn them in deep snow, and on summer hikes and camping.
I have a pair of these as well for hiking/backpacking/bad weather. IMHO they're a little overbuilt for daily wear. They are light for their size and can withstand some moderate abuse. They dont have a safety toe but does have a rubber toe cap to prevent abrasions. If you really need a safety toe take a look at Danner, I know they have a few models that have them.
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KevmoNot sure what model they were but I had a pair of North Face (similar to the Endurus) that were supper comfortable and I pretty my wore them bald.
May 19, 2017, 01:29 PM
old rugged crossI am hell on boots. So I don't do any of the cheapish Keen or other third world produced boots.
Light and rugged, dependable, etc. Don't generally go together.
I am a big fan of the Zamberlan boot that fits your criteria. It is a leather boot. 996 vioz
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May 19, 2017, 02:11 PM
YellowJacketMerrell Moab Ventilator
I'm gonna vote for the funniest frog with the loudest croak on the highest log. May 19, 2017, 02:20 PM
David WI really like Salomon X Ultra Mid 2 GTX, I wear them year round, they feel more like a tennis show than a boot.
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TheFrontRangequote:
Originally posted by YellowJacket:
Merrell Moab Ventilator
Another vote for these - really enjoy mine.
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May 19, 2017, 02:29 PM
chellim1quote:
light & durable.
Columbia trail meister mid
They are lightweight and about as comfortable as tennis shoes so I wear them for cutting the grass and other yardwork.
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1967Goatquote:
Originally posted by YellowJacket:
Merrell Moab Ventilator
I like the mid height in these. I am on my fourth pair.
May 19, 2017, 02:48 PM
mdblantonquote:
Originally posted by cmr076:
quote:
Originally posted by Cliff:
Looking at hiking type boots/shoes with a composite toe to wear for daily wear. Hot or cold weather, light & durable.
I love my Salamon 4D GTX. I've worn them in deep snow, and on summer hikes and camping.
Salomon's are my favorite as well. I alternate between my 4D GTX boots and X-Ultra shoes depending on the weather forecast. Asolo makes good boots too but they are a little narrow in the toe box.
Michael
May 19, 2017, 07:03 PM
Black92LXI have a set of Lowas that I am very happy with.
I think I may try a set of Scarpas next
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May 19, 2017, 07:10 PM
Oz_ShadowKeen Targhee is what fit me best. Trying them all on if you can as they all fit very different.
May 19, 2017, 08:25 PM
SilentI've had good luck over the years shopping for boots at REI. Good selection and return policy. There is one located in Fairfax.
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May 19, 2017, 08:52 PM
jhe888I like Lowas.
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delta 2Salomon Xa pro gtx forces 100 %. I have the quest 4 d's and the Speed Cross as well.
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May 19, 2017, 09:40 PM
46and2I like the Keen Rialto Traveler, in light-weight every-day hikers.
May 19, 2017, 09:55 PM
Appliance BradREI's got some good deals on Merrell, Keene and Oboz starting today through next weekend.
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May 20, 2017, 12:02 AM
Bobofbonequote:
Originally posted by YellowJacket:
Merrell Moab Ventilator
I like these as well. I've used them hiking in Tennessee Summers, Indiana autumn and winter, and spring in northern Minnesota. I've slipped off stuff and into water while using them in all three places. Along with Smart wool socks, they walk dry, and don't seem to help generate blisters.
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