Hiking boots...

[Ryan_Th3_K1d]

I'm in need of a good pair of boots for this summers 14erns/camping trips. I like combat boots cause of how tall they are, I don't like crap all through my shoes when I'm hiking. So any recommendations on a good pair that aren't too heavy but really durable (I beat the crap out of all my foot wear) would be greatly appreciated.

[blackford76]

I picked up a pair of Herman Survivors Commander at wally world last winter, and my only complaint was the cheap laces. Comfy and supportive, with good tread.

[GreenScoutII]

Stay away from any Wal-Mart boots. Plan to spend $100, minumum. I'm a guy who spends 90% of his waking hours in work boots, so I can tell you from experience, never skimp on boots, particularly if you are a big guy.

Georgia Boot Company has a lot of decent offerings in the $100-$175 range. I've had a few pairs and they hold up well. Carhart also has some pretty decent boots as well.

[denvernative321]

Stay away from any Wal-Mart boots. Plan to spend $100, minumum. I'm a guy who spends 90% of his waking hours in work boots, so I can tell you from experience, never skimp on boots, particularly if you are a big guy.

Georgia Boot Company has a lot of decent offerings in the $100-$175 range. I've had a few pairs and they hold up well. Carhart also has some pretty decent boots as well.

I would have to agree. After spending a lot of time in boots i can tell you that is one thing you need to drop some coin on. I spent 250 on a pair of boots and never looked back. Still have a brand new pair of boots from walmart that would make better black smoke clouds than actually wearing. The cheapest I would go would be Merrell.

[offgrid]

Been wearing Scarpa SL-M3 boots for over ten years, daily wear, on my feet all day on concrete, excellent all leather hiking boot. They are not combat boots, they are high enough above the ankle dirt getting into them is a non-issue. On my second pair, 1st pair lasted 7 yrs. Cost about $230. They also come in a variety of widths, not one size fits some.

Bought them at Neptune Mountaineering in Boulder, good selection of quality boots, knowledgeable staff.

[StagLefty]

Red Wings are always a good boot also-they carry a lot of styles besides just work boots. I paid about $180 for work boots a few years ago and have not regretted it.

[bianchi61]

Go to Danner Boots some of the best for where you are going.

[GreenScoutII]

Red Wings are always a good boot also-they carry a lot of styles besides just work boots. I paid about $180 for work boots a few years ago and have not regretted it.

Yes. Red Wings. I couldn't remember thier name last night, but those are outstanding good boots. Well worth the investment.

[cebeu]

"...cheapest I would go would be Merrell.

Always a better product "out there" to buy but...Merrell's are excellent IMO. I moved to their line a few years back re: hiking / biking. Durability and performance has far exceeded my expectations and like the OP; "I'm very hard on footwear." Unsure if they offer anything that will meet the "high" requirement but they make good stuff and they are comfortable right out-of-the-box (makes for easy break-in).

[Marlin]

Red Wings are always a good boot also-they carry a lot of styles besides just work boots. I paid about $180 for work boots a few years ago and have not regretted it.

So, I'm the only one that thinks Redwings are over hyped crap? Or did I get the one crappy pair they ever made?