layton Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 On my never ending quest to find the best approach shoe, I came across Patagonia's new line of shoes. I got the fin. Pros: Iron Clad Warranty-I've pretty much destroyed every approach shoe I've ever worn after one season. Hopefully patagonia's excellent construction reputation will outlast their best warranty of any outdoor company. I expect to get at least 5 years out of these if I have to exchange them for a new pair after I've abused them. Light: less that 2 pounds Eco-friendlier: made of recycled material. Cons: fucking expensive. I had a gift certificate. But the warranty and expected lifetime should offset the price, as all of their clothing usually does. Not waterproof-I think this is a pro. Every shoe is gonna get soaked, might as well have it dry quick. Narrow in the forefoot-when will shoe manufactures realize that the widest part of the human foot is the toebox? Come on! It will help with technical scrambling and climbing though. Still, I'd rather have a nice wide toebox. So if you can afford it, i think these shoes are a good investment since they are really well made, feel comfy, climb fine, are light, and have a kick ass warranty. I returned a 10 year old jacket to them...at THEIR REQUEST. Seriously, I walked in wearing an old jacket of theirs, and they told me to return it! I got a brand new jacket, and since prices went down since I bought it, I got a free raincoat out of the deal...plus a $50 gift certificate I applied towards these shoes. Can't beat that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dechristo Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 good word. I destroy shoes pretty quick and comfort is key. sounds like the way to go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layton Posted April 10, 2007 Author Share Posted April 10, 2007 Just abused them for 5 days in Red Rocks, and they held up great, hiked great, and climbed great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dechristo Posted April 10, 2007 Share Posted April 10, 2007 think I'll drop by the Patagucci store next time I'm in Denver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenderfour Posted April 10, 2007 Share Posted April 10, 2007 I finally destroyed my Mountain Masters after 3 years of heavy use. I noticed that these come in size fricken huge. I will have to get a pair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordop Posted April 10, 2007 Share Posted April 10, 2007 Saw these at the Escape Route in Whistler on the weekend. Gotta say I think the fabric will get trashed much quicker than leather, as it always does. I want to see an approach shoe with 100% rands, all the way to the laces! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dechristo Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Picked up a pair of the Huckleberry last week. Very comfortable, feel very sturdy, and look great. Time will tell on the wear factor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layton Posted October 21, 2007 Author Share Posted October 21, 2007 So after a few months, I'd have to say they are good hikers, very comfy, and held up great. Major downside, they don't stick to rock worth a goddamn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Major downside, they don't stick to the rock worth a goddamn. almost, but not quite, completly unlike whitney houston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citizen_dragon Posted October 31, 2007 Share Posted October 31, 2007 Hopefully patagonia's excellent construction reputation will outlast their best warranty of any outdoor company. I expect to get at least 5 years out of these if I have to exchange them for a new pair after I've abused them. Patagonia contracted out to Merrell to manufacture their shoes. Patagonia makes great gear...not so sure about Merrell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FatTexan Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 So you are saying they are not as sticky as Montrail Hardrocks. I have used my Hardrocks for many a class 3 climb. Are the Finns not recommended for that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layton Posted November 2, 2007 Author Share Posted November 2, 2007 Flip flops are good enough for class 3, the Finn climbs ~ 5.8ish for my comfort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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