gapertimmy Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 i've become a firm believer that low cut shoes are the way to go for most hikes/approaches, and spare the feet some undue pain. i'm wondering if any folks out there are from the same school of thought, and if so, what shoe/brand have you had the most luck with as a hiker. I know folks have done the whole PCT in running shoes, or somthing crazy like that. my old hiking boots are pretty shot, and I want to get a new pair, but am thinking of just sticking with sneaks for bacpack trips and approaches. so what do you use for lightweights? TIMMAY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt.Caveman Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 5.10 low cut shoes. More comfort than those new sportiva boulders. Mtn Masters [ 06-25-2002, 08:36 AM: Message edited by: Cpt.Caveman ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 I love my SALOMONs. I wear them all the time, not just to hike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allthumbs Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 My feet get real hot in hiking boots. After about 8 miles they're on fire. My son has 5.10 Guide Almightys (mid-height) and loves them. I'm ready to get a pair myself and bag the gunboats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figger_Eight Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 For long sloppy hikes with a bigger pack I like the Lowa low tops. Otherwise it's my old Sticky weekends or Chacos. Trask has son? Now I've heard it all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodchester Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 As long as you are going light, low cut shoes can be fine. I wear 5.10s and the wife has and loves Lowa. But when you begin to put weight in the rucksack, stay out for extended periods, or travel over rough terrain, I find a pair of midweight/duty boots are better. Getting the right balance between weight/comfort/support is the key and a hard one to find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dru Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 flip flops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodchester Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 High top flip flops...think about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayduke Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 flip flops with stealth rubber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gapertimmy Posted June 25, 2002 Author Share Posted June 25, 2002 thank yalls very much. my pack is usually as light as possible on solo trips. but when my wife comes, it is usally weighted down by every single fricking piece of gear imaginable. for the WT i'm going pretty light so i think trail shoes will suffice. I'll go try some of dem on. I have some 5.10 high cuts, they're ok, have had a pair of Lowa's for years and they have treated me very well. decisions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt.Caveman Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 Turn that dog into a sherpa and make it earn it's meals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 ah I know it well, the quest for the perfect shoe good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceIceBaby Posted June 25, 2002 Share Posted June 25, 2002 quote: Originally posted by Hayduke: flip flops with stealth rubber. I think that what Sherman use for "lord of the rings" poster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted June 26, 2002 Share Posted June 26, 2002 quote: Originally posted by gapertimmy: so what do you use for lightweights? [/QB] La Sportiva Hypers. Awesome. They've got the best shank of any of the Lightweights - you can even passably crampon with them. They are a bit hard to find (mtn tools carries them), adn they're not cheap ($130). I've had absolutely no luck with the Salomons. I went through 2 pairs of Raidwinds in 3 days. Both times the fancy lacing system broke - not cool. The other pairs of Salomon lighwights have fallen apart quickly on me to. As much as it's uncool .... the north face trail running shoes I've had are nice for hiking, and definitely durable(cheap too - from outlets) Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemur Posted June 26, 2002 Share Posted June 26, 2002 bare feet. cheap. light. a snug fit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David_Parker Posted June 29, 2002 Share Posted June 29, 2002 Try THESE! WARNING: These boots will take you further than you think! I used these on my Mt. Goode trip THE WHOLE WAY! You can even put crampons on them if need be. http://www.sierratradingpost.com/product.asp?base%5Fno=61040&str%5Fbase%5Fno=60407%2C60514%2C60519%2C60548%2C60620%2C60622%2C60723%2C60750%2C60780%2C60874%2C60934%2C60955%2C60964%2 C61006%2C61023%2C61039%2C61040%2C61101%2C61102%2C61112%2C&header%5Ftitle=Footwear%2DHiking+Boots+and+Shoes&page%5Fname=prod%5Flist%5Fdisplay%2Easp&search%5Ftype=L2%7E347&size1=&siz e2=&gender=0&ShowImages=yes&sq=0&cont=1&intPgNo=1&special%5Ftype=&mscssid=6PPE8FFU47QN9PN74FUL4V0AFPUQ90M6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambone Posted June 29, 2002 Share Posted June 29, 2002 Tim, They arn't the lightest, but I just got a pair ofGarmot Dragontails for wall climbin. They rallied on El Cap and were super pissed when my partners wanted to bail. Low top, neumatic crampon compatible, 3/4 shank, and super buly rand. Check em out! Next time I plan on doing 5.8 with a wall rack on El Cap, I'm bringing the crampons! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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