[pct-l] Pct-L Digest, Vol 53, Issue 24

[David Thibault]

Carolyn,  If you haven't tried trail runners instead using full blown
hiking boots I recommend trying  it.  They aren't for everyone but most who
switch don't go back.

Trail runners are about as cushioned as full boots - at least until they
break down, which happens after 5 to 8 hundred miles - depending on the
shoe.

As for dirt, I remember someone mentioning hiking the PCT was like hiking
through Kitty Litter all day.  Dust and dirt are unavoidable no matter what
you wear.

I have had only one or two minor blisters while using trail runners in ten
years of hiking.  Much less than with hiking boots. I am an older hiker -
just not an old hiker.

Blisters are usually caused from the combination of heat and moisture.
Breathable Trail runners cut down on both.

YMMV, HYOH and all the standard disclaimers.

Day-Late

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> Date: Wed, 23 May 2012 19:50:36 -0700 (PDT)
> From: CClark <dr_carolyn at yahoo.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] another question about Brooks Cascadia
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> This question is for senior hikers.? I?ve seen lots of positive comments
> about Brooks Cascadia trail running shoes.? I?m wondering if anyone aged
> 55+ has used Brooks or similar trail runners to hike the PCT.? Of course,
> we older hikers have lost a lot of the natural cushioning in the soles of
> our feet.?
> Question 1: Would these shoes work for us older hikers, or are our soles
> likely to get too bruised due to not enough cushioning?
> Question 2:? Wouldn?t such breathable shoes let in a lot of dirt??
> Wouldn?t that contribute to blisters? ?(My feet truly don?t sweat, so
> moisture buildup isn?t an issue for me.)
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> Thanks for your ideas!
> Carolyn AKA "SoleDoctor"??
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