The Holiday haul thread....
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Pretty sure those are hiking slippers because they bare no resemblance to boots. With that in mind, it’s no surprise they only last one year.
Do you use trekking poles ? They have saved me from face planting several times.
I had a pair of these that eventually died after ten years of regular use because the midsole was made from biodegradable materials. They changed the material a few years ago and that issue has been solved. However they weigh and cost more than multiple pairs of less durable boots.
Asolo TPS 520 GV Evo Hiking Boots - Men's | REI Co-op
Updated with improved outsoles featuring deeper channels, the heavy-duty, waterproof breathable Asolo TPS 520 GV Evo hiking boots deliver superior traction and stability over rugged terrain.
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You can kick boulders without feeling it and supportive enough that I think it would be impossible to ever turn an ankle.
I got those (or similar, IIRC). So far so good, boss.
I am on year 3 with my Asolo Fugitive GTX. First comfortable, durable boot that actually fits my 13EE feet. Bonus is that they are fully resoleable with the OEM sole
@dump guess I'm just not man enough to handle real hiking boots 
It's less about face planting/balance and more that I tend to kick/scuff things (hence the tears in my existing La Sportivas) and I think I'd shred something that was even lighter.
I haven't really gotten to using trekking poles. We carry a pair usually but are typically hiking with an on-leash dog and I usually have the leash, so trekking poles are awkward. I use one occasionally when we don't take Sanchez, but typically just for descending.
It's less about face planting/balance and more that I tend to kick/scuff things (hence the tears in my existing La Sportivas) and I think I'd shred something that was even lighter.
It's not so much the cost, more that I'm not sure I want to double the size/weight of my boots. I don't need the support because we don't do much backpacking, so moving fast and knocking out a 25 mile out-and-back with a daypack is more our speed.I had a pair of these that eventually died after ten years of regular use because the midsole was made from biodegradable materials. They changed the material a few years ago and that issue has been solved. However they weigh and cost more than multiple pairs of less durable boots.
Asolo TPS 520 GV Evo Hiking Boots - Men's | REI Co-op
Updated with improved outsoles featuring deeper channels, the heavy-duty, waterproof breathable Asolo TPS 520 GV Evo hiking boots deliver superior traction and stability over rugged terrain.
You can kick boulders without feeling it and supportive enough that I think it would be impossible to ever turn an ankle.
Get a waist belt leash thingy. We've a couple of different ones and they're so much better for hiking, snowshoeing etc.
@dump guess I'm just not man enough to handle real hiking boots
I haven't really gotten to using trekking poles. We carry a pair usually but are typically hiking with an on-leash dog and I usually have the leash, so trekking poles are awkward. I use one occasionally when we don't take Sanchez, but typically just for descending.
It's less about face planting/balance and more that I tend to kick/scuff things (hence the tears in my existing La Sportivas) and I think I'd shred something that was even lighter.
It's not so much the cost, more that I'm not sure I want to double the size/weight of my boots. I don't need the support because we don't do much backpacking, so moving fast and knocking out a 25 mile out-and-back with a daypack is more our speed.
I have to wear Hoka One One's because of arthritis in my big toe these days. I tend to kick and step on rocks off center. I miss the support and protection of the heavy boots and would happily run them again if I could do so comfortably.
Which reminds me, I should probably add whatever I need to tend to a broken toe or turned ankle to my pack.
Gout.
Negative.Gout.
Have had regular low uric acid tests, long term diagnosed psoriatic arthritis with an extensive family history. Overly pronate foot geometry accelerated degradation from the disease.
BV, I have their Cross Hike GTX. Very light, very good grip on rocks, speed laces stay tight, excellent fit for my foot. But, not burly. Also not waterproof but dries quickly. I'm typically out for >10 miles when I hike, not multi day (week?) walks. I'd buy then again.
The One One Toa is the other boot I'm considering. Jenn tried a pair of Hokas and loved them except for an issue with the heel that was cutting into her achilles tendon on one of the boots, which ultimately made them unworkable.
My biggest hesitancy is with the speed laces. I've never owned a pair of boots with them before.
The trail runners are worth giving a shot, They have some significant support either via Carbon fiber or fiberglass and have cushion like clouds. coupled with the right socks you will never have issues with water crossings or blisters again.
That was my hesitancy too. They've worked perfectly so far. But yea, a solution looking for a problem.
Sanchez can't really hike off-leash very much because she has a prey drive, so we hike with a 20' leash and let her have a lot of running/sniffing room. Also helpful in very technical sections to let her get up/through ahead of us without pulling me.
I know I'm giving up a lot of convenience there but... eh, what can I say, we like giving her as much freedom as we can. But it requires a lot of slack management and can't be done from a waist leash.