I have a wide foot. I actually wore my jump boots until the sides split. I've walked, hiked, ran in a lot of different military style boots. I would definitely go with a comfortable but solid made hiking boot. My favorites up to now are the Keens. They're very comfortable, rugged, and they last.

 

I have a set of sandal type things made from Keens and I like them. I wear them when I kayak and whenever else I feel like it. I also just watched a review on hiking boots and Keen had a model in there.

 

I have read that every extra pound on your foot is like an extra five on your back. I have backpacked extensively and I think that's about right.

I switched to hiking footwear that heavily resembles athletic footwear. They are much lighter and very durable. I recommend trying this type of footwear on before making your purchase.

It all depends on your preference of course.

 

That is basically the point of my thread to be honest though I didn't say it. Lots of fine hiking boots out there but of course you don't get the high ankle support of a military type boot. When walking distances I'm sure the extra ease of walking would be an acceptable trade off.

 

depends

are you going in any wet area? if you aren't i would just get some running shoes, they are light, dont give blisters, plus they dont cost hundreds of dollars.

 

are you going in any wet area? if you aren't i would just get some running shoes, they are light, dont give blisters, plus they dont cost hundreds of dollars.

Not anticipated but of course you never know.

 

I finally broke down went to REI and bought a pair of hikers. Vasque. The guy who fit them was a Pro for sure. I can't believe how much better good hikers are.

 

We have a fairly new REI around here. I'm hoping they have someone like you mentioned here when I go to do some investigation.

 

I have summer Keens and winter Keens.....love them!

 

I like 5.11 8" A.T.A.C storm. I got them for when I ride my motorcycle, but have ended up wearing them all the time. I bought them in 2006 and still have them. Fairly lightweight, side zipper. waterproof.
They were designed for police use and long hours. They ran a special in them last year, so I ordered another pair but they are still in the closet. I got them from LA Police Gear, good people to deal with.

 

I got some of the new under armour boots and so far they are extremely pleasing to wear! The only downfall is they are a little tough to break in but they fit like a glove now. They are more of a hybrid boot, I wouldn't wear them everyday for obvious reasons but if SHTF they will be staying on my feet!

 

I don't mind hard to break in as long as they then act like a quality product. I'll certainly look at them.

 

Hiking boots here, I use Danner mountain lights, they are heavy but very comfortable and sturdy. You can find many reviews were people have gotten a decade or more out of them.

 

My snake boots are the most comfortable boots I've ever had. Fairly light as well.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabe...l=Header%3BSearch-All+Products&Ntt=snake+boots&WTz_l=Header;Search-All+Products

 

I have worn the standard issue USMC combat and Jungle boots as well as the black steel toed flight deck boots when I was at sea.

Boots and shoes are EXTREMELY hard for me to find that work as I broke my left foot twice while in the military and now require wide boots.

The most comfortable boots I have EVER WORN were KEENs. I have a pair of the mid ankle boots from REi and wear them everyday. They are waterproof but I have never been over heated in them. I want to go back for the high tops as well.

 

I am using Lowa renegade gtx's for over a year now as daily's.
They serve me well on the long hike's with the dog trough various terrein.