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<DIV>We have used NB trail runners since the 801's in 2000. A couple of models
we liked less than others, but they all worked for long hikes for us. As a boy
scout leader I hiked in boots for the added support. Now I enjoy the lighter
trail runners with sock liners and don't miss the support. Probably because my
pack is 25 lbs lighter. I think my ankles and knees are much stronger now
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<DIV>We do not remove our shoes to cross streams and find our feet dry quickly
in sock liners and trail runners. Our feet generate a lot of heat when walking.
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<DIV>We also do not carry camp shoes. When we get to camp at night we take off
our shoes and crawl into our sleeping bags. No need for the extra weight of camp
shoes. (Do you realize Croc's weigh a whopping 12 oz?) </DIV>
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<DIV>Ray Jardine's rule of thumb is that every pound on your feet equates to 5
pounds on your back. We've worked hard to pare our gear weight down and
shoe weight can have a major impact on gear weight.</DIV>
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<DIV>Ken</DIV>
<DIV>PCT2000, CDT2002, AT2003, ADT2005, 1/2PCT2007</DIV></BODY></HTML>