Off road boots/hiking boots?

[wibornz]

I pretty much wear my rainbow sandals, go barefooted or if its cold cold i wear my alta trail runner shoes. the pedals in the jeep are way to small to be wearing a boot to me.

I wear Alta trail runner. They have a great toe box. They are great for trails that are less rocky. They are not great for climbing and lack sole toughness. The rocks transfer through the shoes to my feet if the trails is rocky. I like the Solomon's better over all. That is no diss on the Alta trail runner, it is just they are more suited for the smoother trails. The Alta are usually good for about 500 miles. They may still look good, but the shoe is shot at about 500 miles. .

We Jeep, camp, climb and hike all over the US. We leave next week for 8+ months of travel. I take four different pairs of shoes with me.

Merrell Slip on shoes for driving and around camp. They are super comfy for light activity.

The Salomon Speed Cross 5 trail runners are my favorites. They tend to last about 700 miles before they break down. They have speed laces and have great support and the sole is better for rocky and sandy trails. While they are not dedicated running shoes, they are a great running shoe for the wides varsity of terrain in my opinion.

My Alta are the very comfortable for walking on dirt type trails and even some light running on concrete. The sole is very forgiving so they suffer on very sharp rocky trails. They have a big toe box that also adds to their comfort. I find myself wearing these often for daily actives more level type walking and hiking.

They are not suited for trails like this. Yet they were the only shoes I had with me when we decided to hike one of the most difficult trails in North Carolina about a month ago.

I was wishing for different foot wear at the end of this 5 hour hike. I wanted my boots. Way more support, much stiffer sole. The Under Armor boots are comfy and while I don't think they will last as long as my Danner boots, they are doing well and I bought them as they were the only boot that I could find in my size in Yuma Arizona.

I tend to wear these the most when we are off roading and plan on hiking in very rocky terrain. They are heavier than the shoes, but offer way more protection and ankle support. I can tighten them up and my feet do not slide around in them when walking on steep angles.

The right shoe for the situation is a blessing and well worth the cost.

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[Fonzilla85]

Good ole reliable VANS.

 

[DewHawk]

My current choice of off road shoes unless the weather turns the dirt into mud/heavy snow.
Freedom Industries XP1-RT. They come in a variety of colors and sizes. I’m only on my 2nd set in about 6 years now and they’re just now starting to show signs of needing replacement, so I’d call their average lifespan about 3 years after beating on them daily. Highly recommend them if you’re looking for something that fits like a Trail/Running shoe and can take a beating.

 

[OldGuyNewJeep]

Wasn’t for sure where to put this figure this might be a good spot.

Wondering what everyone is wearing when they go off road for footwear?

I’m looking at hiking boots specifically the merrell moab 3 mid in both the jeep version and the goretex.

I’m looking for something that is going to be comfortable, durable, and waterproof.

I like the Jeep ones but they aren’t waterproof. Will also be using them as winter boots.

Pro/cons of this boot or any other recommendation appreciated.

I have waterproof Merrells and they are fantastic. Can’t go wrong for $100!

I ordered a pair of these back at the start of November and hope they’ll be here sometime in January. No experience with PNY handmade boots, but from I’ve read I won’t be disappointed: https://www.jkboots.com/products/300x-brown

Edit: Sheesh, online the Merrells that I have are $160. I paid $100 at Bob’s (not sure if that is a CT only retailer).

 

[SadRobot]

Merrell Slip on shoes for driving and around camp. They are super comfy for light activity.

I've been looking for some hang around camp shoes but never found anything I really liked. I just ordered a pair of these Tevas hoping they might work for that. They seem pretty similar to those Merrells.

For hiking I always wear my pink Vibrams. I think these are my 4th pair in 12 years.

 

[wibornz]

For hiking I always wear my pink Vibrams. I think these are my 4th pair in 12 years.

I have Vibrams. Not in pink, they didn't have that color in size 15. I like them for working out in the gym as there is not a bunch of cousin in them that gets crushed from lifting weights. I found the Vibrams to not be great on hot black top and concrete. They transfer a bunch of heat into my feet in the summer time walking the strip in Vegas. I do like them for hiking too, just not on trails with a bunch of rocks.

I love shoes, probably more so than a lot of the opposite sex.

 

[SadRobot]

I have Vibrams. Not in pink, they didn't have that color in size 15. I like them for working out in the gym as there is not a bunch of cousin in them that gets crushed from lifting weights. I found the Vibrams to not be great on hot black top and concrete. They transfer a bunch of heat into my feet in the summer time walking the strip in Vegas. I do like them for hiking too, just not on trails with a bunch of rocks.

I love shoes, probably more so than a lot of the opposite sex.

Well I'm still looking for comfy campsite shoes if you have suggestions. I tried the Tevas today and they just weren't that comfortable. The sole was super stiff and the sizing is just off. They don't have half sizes so the 7 was way too big but a 6 is way too small.

 

[wibornz]

Well I'm still looking for comfy campsite shoes if you have suggestions. I tried the Tevas today and they just weren't that comfortable. The sole was super stiff and the sizing is just off. They don't have half sizes so the 7 was way too big but a 6 is way too small.

Camp shoes, I like something that I can slide on and off easily and while are not hiking shoes but great for around the camp site.

Go on Amazon and search for Merrill shoes women in your size. You can even virtually try them on.

 

[Beachcomber72]

Salomon mid X Ultra 04.

period…

 

[fatatris]

I've been on long off‑road trips and the mid‑cut boot with Gore‑Tex kept my feet dry and comfy, while the non‑Gore version feels a bit softer for day hikes. Both hold up on rough terrain and don’t break in too fast. When I needed a cheap, solid shoe I grabbed a deal at poundsavingdeals.com, which saved me a bundle.

 

[zouch]

i prefer driving boots that are not really stiff in the sole or shaft; the Protection Toe boots stay at home. for the bit of hiking i do i like boots that have a minimal sole.

that said, if i'm out in the J**p, i don't know what i might be stepping out into while on the trail, and want some modicum of protection.

what i've found as a decent compromise that fits me is a Danner Bull Run (not waterproof),

and for wetter days a Sorel Madison II Moc Toe (waterproof).

i typically carry multiple pair of boots, and alternate days in them.

i don't really worry about keeping my feet dry most places i play, but in the situation where that might be a concern i wear wool socks; that way even if my feet are going to get wet they're going to be warm. for the dry stuff i usually play in it's wicking socks and sock liners.

for actual hiking i like the Jim Green African Ranger Barefoot Boot as it promotes natural flex of the foot on the irregularities of the ground, and allows for a good grip.

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