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Muncie4 t1_ixcjaiy wrote

We have no idea. Reasons why:

  1. Budget. $1000 boots are a thing. For some this is fine. For some this is crazy.
  2. Hiking. For something this means a walk on a decommissioned railroad. For some this means summiting Everest.
  3. Winter. Winter in Phoenix, AZ or Winter in Eureka, Canada?
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hagcel t1_ixblzyc wrote

Danners. I've been wearing them for nearly two decades and my current pair is 11 years old.

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reformedextrovert t1_ixbcp4u wrote

Ariat and Darngood wool socks! Tried and tested at Yosemite

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OppositeMission t1_ixbdikn wrote

Can't speak to the boots but IMHO a good pair of socks is more important than anything. I like smartwool myself but I hear darngood is darn good too!

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Ok_Ad_1158 t1_ixbjh18 wrote

Pretty sure you meant Darn Tuff. I’ve heard nothing but praises about them.

I personally rock the Costco socks.

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TylerHR t1_ixfw9vz wrote

Same, the costco merino wool socks are super comfortable and feel durable to me

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Ydenora t1_ixd2n8k wrote

Woolpower is also a good sock- and under/mid layer alternative

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Lowlife-Dog t1_ixbch0j wrote

I don't know about the 5k a day but I really liked my Salomon Men's Quest 4D 3 Gore-TEX Backpacking Boots I don't think they make that model anymore. They may have a newer model. I wore them everyday for over 3 years. The soles are smooth I had to replace them. Look for some reviews on Salomon hiking boots.

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piepiepie31459 t1_ixbmxsz wrote

Asolo, Lowa, and Zamberlain are all excellent brands. They came recommended to me by my forest ranger friend.

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kuddlesworth9419 t1_ixbpvhx wrote

Austrian heavy field boots, they aren't too heavy but protect you're feet very well. The soles are designed for mountains so they have very good traction on wet rocks. The compound is very good and grippy, not come across a better compound in my life. I get mine as surplus for £40 but they still make them new, made by Steinkogler. You need to shop around a bit to find them for sale but I have a link here to get them new. http://www.militarypartner.com/Jagd-oxid-2/Schuhe-Stiefel/Feldschuh-schwer-Marke-Steinkogler.html

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gamebrigada t1_ixdnhr2 wrote

My LaSportivas lasted me about 20 mountain ascents before the soles were pretty much ground down. Hiking boots are a consumable to serious hikers. There's no such thing as BIFL in that space. The best you can do is buy something like LaSportivas or really any vibram sole boot and resole them as needed. I got mine resoled and they'll probably last me another few years. Still just as waterproof on day one.

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regaphysics t1_ixbd5b6 wrote

Unless you’re actually in snow and wearing a heavy pack, I recommend you don’t wear boots.

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LiveLearnCoach t1_ixcb2uu wrote

So what DO you recommend?

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regaphysics t1_ixcx113 wrote

Trail runners like the altra lone peak, or if you need a bit more protection, something like the Moab 2 ventilator

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cosmorocker13 OP t1_ixfk6n0 wrote

Are these good in the cold?

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regaphysics t1_ixfm1c6 wrote

As in, your feet won’t get cold? The moab are lightly insulated. But generally you’ll want thicker wool socks. I do winter hiking and it’s not an issue as long as you aren’t in deep snow.

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cosmorocker13 OP t1_ixfn2jw wrote

This seems like the deal $53 on Amazon and I love my Merrel low tops.

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regaphysics t1_ixfoa3s wrote

They are very popular among thru hikers. They also sell waterproof version if you want that.

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Rhondajeep t1_ixfz6bt wrote

Great suggestions, but why not the waterproof gortex versions? A bit pricey, but Merrell has some good deals right now. I just bought a pair of Moab speed gortex and used them in a very wet and very snowy past few days. They aren’t insulated, but have a large toe box so it’s easy to double up or go with thick socks. I’ve been absolutely dry to the bone. Also when I wore just one sock layer, I could actually feel them breath, which surprised me. Awesome shoes!

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regaphysics t1_ixg01kp wrote

Because generally it is better to have ventilation than waterproofing for hiking boots/shoes. The vent version is more beloved for hiking, but whatever suits your needs.

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Dappersworth t1_ixcb4bt wrote

Merino wool socks by COZIA on amazon. I've had 6 pairs for about 10 to 11 months now used every workday (8 hours on my feet every workday) at a mechanic shop and there's not a single hole in any of them, they're amazingly durable for under 20$ for 3 pairs.

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garrygirgich t1_ixce9nn wrote

Obviously depends on your terrain, and goretex or no goretex is something everyone has an opinion on.

I’m a big fan of Salomons personally. My X Ultra Mid GTXs have served me so well.

If the terrain isn’t too bad you could also be well served by some trail running shoes instead if you wanted.

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GAZ32 t1_ixceyd7 wrote

Crispi’s have been my go to boot for hiking for 5+ years now along with custom insoles. I’ve never had a blister from them, with the longest trek in a day being roughly 20mi(32k), but I recommend trying out Solomon, Asolo, Lathrop, and Zamberlans too.

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Affectionate_Bus_884 t1_ixjr39y wrote

Where will you be hiking?

I’ve hiked and snow shoed all winter in keens, Oboz, vasque, solomon. Needless to say we deal with a decent amount of snow in Alaska so a good pair of gaiters helps a great deal. Merino wool socks and fox river sock liners are fantastic to have. 5k isn’t long enough that you really have to worry about insulated boots unless it’s going to be below -20, which I doubt you will be hiking in.

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CompetitiveAd3806 t1_iy6vgvu wrote

I just bought some Camino Evo GTX Lowa boots that I am rather pleased with.

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