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    Hiking/Backpacking Boots

    Hello, I've actually been looking at the Hanwag Tatra II GTX and Salewa Mountain Hiker GTX. Any feedback or comments regarding those boots? Also, I noticed a member selling Alico Summit boots, they seem like a nice well made boot as well - norwegian welt, vibrato sole, leather lining, etc. Does...
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    Hiking/Backpacking Boots

    Hi, thank you for the reply. I wear boots as I broke my ankle years ago and feel I need the support. I've tried trail runners and hiking shoes and have turned an ankle in the past when wearing them. I think the boots make me feel more secure - a mental thing.
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    Hiking/Backpacking Boots

    Agreed 100%. the is what is disappointing regarding the Danner's. There D or standard width fits more like a narrow width when compared to the European shoes. Thank you
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    Hiking/Backpacking Boots

    Thank you for your response. I've also had plantar facitis in the past - not a lot of fun. What i'm running into with shoes like Danner and Solomon's are that I can get my heel locked in pretty well, but then as you referred to the in the Solomons, it is snug in the forefoot. The Danner's are...
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    Hiking/Backpacking Boots

    Hello, thank you for your response. I've tried Lowa's in the past and they were good. I've never had Crispi, Schemes or Kennetrek and will look into those as well as the Tibet. As far as quality goes, I've had the soles delaminate of 2 aid of timberlands, and a pair of Merrell's and a pair of...
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    Hiking/Backpacking Boots

    Just following up and hoping for some responses. Thank you
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    Hiking/Backpacking Boots

    Hello, I’m new to the forum and do a good amount of hiking and Camping with my wife and son as he is a Cub Scout and working toward his badges and pins at the Webelos level. I’m hoping for advice regarding hiking or backpacking boots. I’m a big guy (6’ 275#) and need support as the hiking areas...
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