The ones I’d worn for decades prior to swapping them were just like that.
It was like walking uphill with a house brick strapped to each foot !
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The walking / hiking thread
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The ones I’d worn for decades prior to swapping them were just like that.
It was like walking uphill with a house brick strapped to each foot !
The array of technical kit and price range is astounding and ever expanding. Part of me always thinks "what's the gimmick here" but then I was utterly converted to lightweight softshell garments when windy. Much more comfortable than a heavy waterproof when walking up a hill.
roydo
in memoriam - 1965-2024
With a supply of Iodine plasters.
Just go up in a pair of trainers you minge
But I lent them your Ma cos she needed a pair with crotch space enough for her schlong.
She gave you them back. Crotch space wasn't enough.
roydo
in memoriam - 1965-2024
Many moons ago I organised a 3 week trip for the Venture Scouts me a few mates founded to the Lake District. National coach up, a few youth hostels booked, the rest spent camping/hiking
Anyrate, we were on Striding Edge, in terrible weather, but we had the gear and that, when we came across a lone bloke hopelessly lost and under prepared. So we shared some spare kit, and ushered him off Helvelyan (sic), down the eastern side. He was German, and so so grateful, he arranged to meet us all in the pub near where we camping and buy us a few pints.
Bought us all beer and a meal. And there were about 12 of us.
Anyrate, we were on Striding Edge, in terrible weather, but we had the gear and that, when we came across a lone bloke hopelessly lost and under prepared. So we shared some spare kit, and ushered him off Helvelyan (sic), down the eastern side. He was German, and so so grateful, he arranged to meet us all in the pub near where we camping and buy us a few pints.
Bought us all beer and a meal. And there were about 12 of us.
I have a great pair of Meindl boots and a pair of Salomon Quest's but frankly unless the ground is wet or it's a real tough hike I just wear my On Running Cloudventure's.
Semi-retired mountain walking guide - I always used Hanwag/Meindl boots (Goretex/Vibram) for tougher/higher hikes. Great quality and they fit me well.
Cheapo waterproof Karrimor for general winter stuff/snowshoeing.
Casual lower summer stuff I had some La Sportiva last but was not that impressed with the durability (to be fair, they were meant to be climbing approach shoes).
Cheapo waterproof Karrimor for general winter stuff/snowshoeing.
Casual lower summer stuff I had some La Sportiva last but was not that impressed with the durability (to be fair, they were meant to be climbing approach shoes).
The best piece of kit I ever bought. Scarpa Vega’s - ultimate piece of Gucci mountaineering kit
Got my missus a set of Hanwags as a present (yeah, who says romance ain't dead) because they do the bunion specific boots. Absolutely loves them, first time she's truly felt comfortable on walks. Good quality gear, but not cheap.
Get yourself a good pair of boots, decent waterproofs and a banging wooly hat.
You’re now ready