Hiking boot recommondations

[creagdhubh]

Asolo, LL Bean, The North Face, Merrell, and Marmot are my top picks. Just be sure they are Gore-Tex, have a Vibram sole, have enough ankle support, fit well, feel good, and aren't too heavy. Socks can be just as important as the boots, so be sure to test out various hiking socks. Thorlo and Wigwam are my top picks. I've been an avid backpacker/mountaineer since I was a little kid, seriously, and those key aspects have never let me down.

P.S. - My father, who is recently retired, completed his second ascent of the Grand Tetons in Wyoming this past summer. For the approach and the non-technical part of his climb, he wore Asolo AFS Guides and loved them.

Best of luck,

[gary meakin]

These are advertised as a 'walking' shoe but I wear them hiking and the are the most comfortable hikers I've ever owned.
Very rugged too.
New Balance 978s