walking boots-- which are good?
SMS wrote
Geoff Berrow wrote
I have had both. I prefer the Goretex lined ones. Very useful when walking through wet grass.
Wet grass?! I wouldn't hesitate to wear non-waterproof boots in wet grass, it's hiking in the rain, across streams,
and on rough trails
with a lot of puddles that you really want boots with a GoreTex (or
some other brand) of breathable membrane.
There's a good reason why most military infantry boots have a GoreTex membrane,
Like hell they do.
you don't want to deal with wet feet on a mission. I.e.
"http://marketplace.news.yahoo.net/pressrelease.aspx?id=202678". Not that hikers and backpackers have the same needs
as the military, but it makes sense to consider all the trade-offs when making a selection.
But you mindlessly proclaim that GoreTex or similar is absolutely essential.
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