Try some Asolo's on before you jump in. I've found a big difference in the fit of different boots. Yesterday I tried on some Columbia hiking boots and they were WAY too narrow. A pair of Timberlands fit perfectly. Used to buy Merrill until they jazzed their line up and deserted the traditonal hiking boot look...now I've found that Vasque fill the bill and fit well. I did buy a pair of Asolos over the 'net from Sierra Trading Post and found that they fit in the length all right but are too wide. My understanding is that each maker works off of a different "last" or foot-model and that accounts for the difference.
My philosophy is to try some of the manufacturer's shoes on at the sporting goods or shoe store and once you've determined how well they fit you can order them over the 'net. I know that most places let you send them back but that's just a pain to do so I'd sooner avoid having to.
One thing you should bear in mind before buying such boots is . If they are designed for use with Crampons and such (Even articulated type) they will be a lot stiffer than an ordinary pair of hillwarking boots. Therfore will have less flex when walking around on flat ground.
If you have a use for them buy them I'm just concerned for your feet
One thing you should bear in mind before buying such boots is . If they are designed for use with Crampons and such (Even articulated type) they will be a lot stiffer than an ordinary pair of hillwarking boots. Therfore will have less flex when walking around on flat ground.
If you have a use for them buy them I'm just concerned for your feet
If you just want to look cool buy somthing else
I bought the "cool" boots when I got the oakleys. And, as I feared, the "cool" boots are crap for performance. The one thing the asolo's are great for is that the break-in period is nearly zero.
Originally Posted by Freelander Sporrano
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