Recommend me a pair of hiking boots, budget $400

cross22 · Nov 17, 2010

Originally Posted by dshin

Granted I am not going be trekking through mountain passage. But i will be doing a fair amount of walking at times. And I want something comfortable and waterproof...and high quality hiking boots fit the bill.
Actually hiking boots are not a good application for this. Get a real snow boot with a softer sole which will be way more comfortable than a stiffer hiking boot and will have better traction too.

dshin · Nov 17, 2010

Originally Posted by gdl203

Cool - I would imagine these being more of a hassle than anything for everyday wear but it's your feet. Didn't realize uni campuses could get that rough

in Michigan, we regularly get 3+ inches of snow during the winter. And when its bad, 5-10 is not uncommon.
And when it stops is when walking around gets worse. Snow is plowed/piled up against the sidewalks, you get a lot of slush many inches deep, etc...

unjung · Nov 17, 2010

Do you really want hiking boots just for crossing campus? Have you ever worn real hiking boots when not walking? They are not truly comfortable so much as they are supportive when carrying weight. I do not like sitting around in them. To me I would rather buy something from Trickers or another English manufacturer, because you end up with something a bit less sporty and a bit more versatile.

KPO89 · Nov 17, 2010

Originally Posted by Crane's

What trend? I doubt hiking and climbing are going to disappear in the forseeable future. A pair of good hiking boots would be an excellent choice for the OPs intended purpose.

These aren't your Danner mountain lights. These are Kanye West-ified trends that esquire and GQ uses to pimp out their flannel for the fashionista's in the Garment District. I say go for the real thing. Get Red Wings....get Danner Mountains but don't spend that kinda money on something that is a fancy laced clown shoe.

I'm all for the Danner Mountains and Red Wings so I'm not irritated at you. I'm just irritated with this trend.

pebblegrain · Nov 17, 2010

Get gore-tex lined HUNTING boots, not hiking boots.

Most good hiking boots are designed to only be comfortable when you have 30 lbs on your back

enginerd917 · Nov 18, 2010

LL Bean duck boots

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Cary Grant · Nov 18, 2010

I totally get the value of hikers for that 160" of snow in Michigan... For something a little dressier, Rider has this on sale at the moment for $399 in waxy kudu:

http://www.francos.com/items/item.asp?sku5=64192

JoelF · Nov 18, 2010

Originally Posted by dshin

in Michigan, we regularly get 3+ inches of snow during the winter. And when its bad, 5-10 is not uncommon.
And when it stops is when walking around gets worse. Snow is plowed/piled up against the sidewalks, you get a lot of slush many inches deep, etc...

Full on leather hiking boots for 3 inches of snow is fkn ridiculous.

pebblegrain · Nov 18, 2010

Originally Posted by JoelF

Full on leather hiking boots for 3 inches of snow is fkn ridiculous.

actually he's incorrect. Michigan routinely gets 10-20 inches of snow drifts, slush, salt, and temperatures below 20 degrees. I think a waterproof leather boot is completely appropriate. just not actual hiking boots.

bellyhungry · Nov 18, 2010

Originally Posted by darkbat

...I was just visiting last weekend and brought my 1000 mile boots with me. Paired with a pair of J Crew Camp socks my feet were the warmest and comfiest part of my body. Plus it looks infinitely more stylish than the hiking boots. Look into them if you haven't yet.

How exactly do you walk in Michigan Winter with ice and snow in leather-soled boots?

To the OP, get yourself a pair of those 6-inch Timberland light weight hikers with GoreTex. Practicality outweights being stylish.

mr monty · Nov 18, 2010

Grab a pair of Asolo hiking boots from STP. They have a large selection and additional reductions.

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/Aso...Processed=true

caldervale · Nov 18, 2010

Easy... Diemme 'New Tirol' boots - $299. http://chcmshop.com/item-detail.php?id=381&group=shoes

dshin · Nov 18, 2010

Originally Posted by bellyhungry

To the OP, get yourself a pair of those 6-inch Timberland light weight hikers with GoreTex. Practicality outweights being stylish.

While I agree with this sentiment...lets be honest. We wouldn't have joined this forum if being stylish wasn't high in our list of priorities when it comes to all things style related.

I actually still have a pair of TImberlands with Goretex what I bought in HS (1994). I still wear them when I'm shoveling snow and doing work in the yard.

dshin · Nov 18, 2010

Originally Posted by caldervale

I am really liking this pair. I think i may have found the ones I am going to get.

bmf895 · Nov 18, 2010

Originally Posted by KPO89

These aren't your Danner mountain lights. These are Kanye West-ified trends that esquire and GQ uses to pimp out their flannel for the fashionista's in the Garment District. I say go for the real thing. Get Red Wings....get Danner Mountains but don't spend that kinda money on something that is a fancy laced clown shoe.

I'm all for the Danner Mountains and Red Wings so I'm not irritated at you. I'm just irritated with this trend.

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