Boots?

[CO303]

You're going to be travelling light and trying to keep a quick pace. I'd suggest a lighter boot with the design benefits of a running shoe. Merrill Moab, Soloman GTX or similar. Remember, not everyone's feet are the same. The shoe has to work for you.

[Holger Danske]

Do we need a sticky on hiking boots? Seems like this comes up every couple of months.

[Ah Pook]

BP nailed the brands.

I would avoid Lowa like the plague. Sorry SA but I blew through a pair of Renegades and cross trainers in less than a year. Stitching failed. The inside padding was in pieces on both pairs. There are better boots on the market.

I have had a pair of Merrill Continuums for about four years now. Fit perfectly the day I bought them. Beat up but still in good shape. These are not water proof or resistant. These have taken the place of my heavier boots.

Vasque Sundowners will last a lifetime.

Like others have said, go to REI and try some on. The return policy is worth it when your dropping $200+ on a good pair of boots.

Don't forget good socks. Liner socks and woolies for long hikes. Take extras. Avoid Smartwool!

[Professor Frink]

Russell Moccasins

http://www.russellmoccasin.com/

Customized to your feet and your requirments. But spendy.

[Tim K]

Went to REI and Sportsman's and tried on everything. Nothing felt perfect, but the Speedfreaks were the best. They feel a little flimsy for use with a pack, but others report good success with them. They are also the gayest looking boot I tried, but I'm trying not to let that sway me.

Next stop is Mountain Chalet in COS.