On Sun, 16 Jan 2005 16:12:01 -0000, "JRS" <
[email protected]>
wrote:
>My Brother in law has just taken up walking and wants to get some boots. He
>would prefer canvas and will be using them for 3 season fell walking at
>worst. I know its mainly about fit and comfort and he will need to try some
>on but any pointers to get him started? Don't think he wants to pay over
>£70.
Hi there,
It's worth bearing in mind that the traditionally shaped 'boot' is
often not actually necessary. I was taught as a child that I needed a
high backed leather boot for walking in the Lakes, but I now realise I
don't.
Since your B-in-L is just starting it's worth him reading around a
bit: for instance, see the chapter on footwear in Chris Townsend's new
edition of "The Backpacker's Handbook"
(
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0070653151/102-6519722-7006529)
for loads of useful info that will stand him in good stead for many
years to come, and help him to make the right choices at the outset.
Quite a lot of people now find a well fitting trail shoe - perhaps
with a custom footbed, like Superfeet - to be a great, lightweight,
quick drying, comfortable alternative.
Good luck!
Best wishes,
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