[pct-l] NBs' and other lightweight shoes

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I have to agree with you Roy.  I walked with my pack on for practice last week, not far, only about 6 miles, and wore my jogging shoes (Reeboks).  My right foot KILLED for a week after........across the top of my foot, like from toe to where leg joins ankle.  I've done a lot of hiking and never had a pain like that.  I also finished watching a video about the PCT where a lot of hikers were interviewed and said they had to go with hiking boots, as trail runners/ tennies didn't work for them.

I know it's "politically incorrect" to tout a brand of boots that aren't "trendy" or "yuppie", but the truth is I have had the best luck with Hi-Tec boots.  They're well built, light weight and very comfortable.  I'll be using them for my hike next year.

I will say this though......I tried on a pair of Hi-Tec trail runners and yuck!  No good.  

My 2cents

Wheeew

Roy <roy_hiking at yahoo.com> wrote: Hi Allen -

I had problems with support with my NBs' this pass year and so did a few other heavier hikers.  I would like to hear from other hikers on this subject.  But, I am going back to light or mid-weight hiking boots for the added support. 
   
   
  Bayou 


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