I don%26#039;t get the point and would love some opinions. They%26#039;re comfortable and great in the water/mud. But don%26#039;t little sticks and stones get into your shoes?
Do you wear hiking sandals?
not much....it depend son how you walk also. I use sandals in himalayas but these are not adviced on glacier level. So...best is to use them upto 14000 ft. or below.
They are good and better than shoes..
Reply:The rough and tough sandals I have are designed for water sports more so than hiking trails. Mion%26#039;s or Chaco%26#039;s are great for walking long distances, but don%26#039;t protect the ankle like boots do.
Without socks, blisters start to form faster and feet don%26#039;t have the protection they need. I%26#039;d stick with boots for trail hiking and sandals for around camp / rafting trips.
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Are hiking boots really better for camping?
Will tennis shoes do just fine? Help me I am only 12 and love to camp.
Are hiking boots really better for camping?
Are you going camping or backpacking? If only camping, then anything will be fine. If backpacking, you don%26#039;t need boots unless you%26#039;ll be on a rough trail. If the trail is smooth, without a lot of large rocks (canteloupe-sized or larger), tennis shoes are fine.
Reply:you need shoes that you have worn in as you do not want blisters to spoil your fun----carry some band aids just in case----they do help.
Reply:Tennis shoes are good camp shoes. However if you are doing any sort of hiking or outdoor activity besides from hanging around camp you should bring hiking shoes.
Reply:It depends on the terrain and the type of camping you are doing. If you are doing mostly car/camper/trailer (or even tent) camping and driving up to the campsite and don%26#039;t have to do a lot of hiking, then sneakers or tennis shoes will be okay. The same goes for hiking on terrain that is not very rocky or hilly. The advantage of hiking boots is that they do give you extra support in your feet as well as extra traction on slippery parts of the trail (such as wet rocks, etc) and are a must if you have to hike through mud or puddles and don%26#039;t want wet feet.
Reply:I wear tennis shoes all the time camping. I do keep a pair of hiking boots in the camper. If you have them take both then you can uses the one you need.
Reply:I have tennis shoes, couple pair of sandals, pair for the water and a pair for walking around camp. Those are for what we do. Haven%26#039;t done any major hiking yet. Hope so in the near future.
Reply:yes
Reply:Like first guy said, it depends on how much hiking/backpacking you will be doing. Also the weather. Boots will usually be mostly water proof and will keep your feet dry, while tennis shoes will not. If you are doing lots of hiking on a rough trail, it%26#039;s really nice to have boots. I also have soft soled %26#039;trail shoes%26#039; for lighter trips that are waterproof and great on easier trails or wet boardwalks (which we tend to have on some trails in the northwest).
Reply:When I go camping I take three types of shoes: tennis shoes, hiking boots, and sandals that I can wear in the water (like Tevas). I wear the tennis shoes for short hikes, the Tevas for inner tubing or around camp, and the boots for backpacking. So think about what you are going to be doing and bring the appropriate shoes. If just camping, you still might want to bring sandals or flip-flops to wear around camp so you don%26#039;t have wear the tennis shoes all the time.
Reply:Many, many people are still convinced that heavy leather hiking boots are a necessity in the outdoors, but in the last 15 years or so many other people have experimented and discovered that they can hike much better and even safer in running shoes, cross-training shoes, light hiking SHOES, or even hiking sandals.
Unless you have really weak ankles (have you broken them lately walking around?), have to carry 20% or more of your body weight backpacking, have to kick steps in the snow in the spring, or have to strap on crampons for a glacier hike, you do not need to wear even light hiking boots.
I%26#039;ve been wearing light hiking shoes or Teva sandals in the Sierra for the last 10 years, with a single thin pair of polyester socks, and I%26#039;ve never had a blister or any other foot problem. I%26#039;ve hiked a 21 mile day, hiked down talus covered slopes, and climbed two Sierra peaks in Teva sandals without any discomfort. And done just as much in New Balance hiking shoes.
In hiking shoes you don%26#039;t get any blisters, you don%26#039;t have to take your shoes off to cross streams because they dry right away, they%26#039;re dry in the morning, %26quot;a pound on the foot is equivalent to five pounds on the back%26quot;, and along with ultralight backpacking gear you%26#039;re nearly skipping along the trail... all day.
This fellow explains further:
http://www.the-ultralight-site.com/hikin...
Reply:everyone is right either will do gut it depends on were you are @ campgrounds to nee seen safer with animals likw poison shakes and stuff but im a big beleaver in ankle suport so try a hightop tennis shoe think about it
Reply:You have good answers to your question.
Always take a spare pair though. Either tennis or hiking ones. Never know when the ones you are wearing will get wet.
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Are hiking boots really better for camping?
Are you going camping or backpacking? If only camping, then anything will be fine. If backpacking, you don%26#039;t need boots unless you%26#039;ll be on a rough trail. If the trail is smooth, without a lot of large rocks (canteloupe-sized or larger), tennis shoes are fine.
Reply:you need shoes that you have worn in as you do not want blisters to spoil your fun----carry some band aids just in case----they do help.
Reply:Tennis shoes are good camp shoes. However if you are doing any sort of hiking or outdoor activity besides from hanging around camp you should bring hiking shoes.
Reply:It depends on the terrain and the type of camping you are doing. If you are doing mostly car/camper/trailer (or even tent) camping and driving up to the campsite and don%26#039;t have to do a lot of hiking, then sneakers or tennis shoes will be okay. The same goes for hiking on terrain that is not very rocky or hilly. The advantage of hiking boots is that they do give you extra support in your feet as well as extra traction on slippery parts of the trail (such as wet rocks, etc) and are a must if you have to hike through mud or puddles and don%26#039;t want wet feet.
Reply:I wear tennis shoes all the time camping. I do keep a pair of hiking boots in the camper. If you have them take both then you can uses the one you need.
Reply:I have tennis shoes, couple pair of sandals, pair for the water and a pair for walking around camp. Those are for what we do. Haven%26#039;t done any major hiking yet. Hope so in the near future.
Reply:yes
Reply:Like first guy said, it depends on how much hiking/backpacking you will be doing. Also the weather. Boots will usually be mostly water proof and will keep your feet dry, while tennis shoes will not. If you are doing lots of hiking on a rough trail, it%26#039;s really nice to have boots. I also have soft soled %26#039;trail shoes%26#039; for lighter trips that are waterproof and great on easier trails or wet boardwalks (which we tend to have on some trails in the northwest).
Reply:When I go camping I take three types of shoes: tennis shoes, hiking boots, and sandals that I can wear in the water (like Tevas). I wear the tennis shoes for short hikes, the Tevas for inner tubing or around camp, and the boots for backpacking. So think about what you are going to be doing and bring the appropriate shoes. If just camping, you still might want to bring sandals or flip-flops to wear around camp so you don%26#039;t have wear the tennis shoes all the time.
Reply:Many, many people are still convinced that heavy leather hiking boots are a necessity in the outdoors, but in the last 15 years or so many other people have experimented and discovered that they can hike much better and even safer in running shoes, cross-training shoes, light hiking SHOES, or even hiking sandals.
Unless you have really weak ankles (have you broken them lately walking around?), have to carry 20% or more of your body weight backpacking, have to kick steps in the snow in the spring, or have to strap on crampons for a glacier hike, you do not need to wear even light hiking boots.
I%26#039;ve been wearing light hiking shoes or Teva sandals in the Sierra for the last 10 years, with a single thin pair of polyester socks, and I%26#039;ve never had a blister or any other foot problem. I%26#039;ve hiked a 21 mile day, hiked down talus covered slopes, and climbed two Sierra peaks in Teva sandals without any discomfort. And done just as much in New Balance hiking shoes.
In hiking shoes you don%26#039;t get any blisters, you don%26#039;t have to take your shoes off to cross streams because they dry right away, they%26#039;re dry in the morning, %26quot;a pound on the foot is equivalent to five pounds on the back%26quot;, and along with ultralight backpacking gear you%26#039;re nearly skipping along the trail... all day.
This fellow explains further:
http://www.the-ultralight-site.com/hikin...
Reply:everyone is right either will do gut it depends on were you are @ campgrounds to nee seen safer with animals likw poison shakes and stuff but im a big beleaver in ankle suport so try a hightop tennis shoe think about it
Reply:You have good answers to your question.
Always take a spare pair though. Either tennis or hiking ones. Never know when the ones you are wearing will get wet.
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Hiking Tips (day time hike, not like camping)?
i know its hot and humid out, but i need the excercise. what can i eat before hand? what kind of snacks should i pack? i know to bring plenty of water and good shoes, but what else should i take?
im going to a trail in the county park
ive never been very athletic, but really need to get into shape, and i think this would be fun (i know exhausting too, i have done it twice when i was younger and in better shape)
but what should i do to prepare?
Hiking Tips (day time hike, not like camping)?
Great for you! Hiking is such a good workout.
Start slow, go at whatever pace you feel comfortable at, take breaks in the shade.
Bananas are great, help reduce cramping. Be careful about granola and trail mix. Some of those can be fattening, and do more harm than good. I usually bring a granola bar or two...but I suggest that you buy them in a health food store, so you aren%26#039;t getting more junk when your intent is to work it off.
A simple pbj usually works wonders. Make sure your bread is high in fiber...you know, the healthy stuff! Or pb and honey. Whatever your taste is. You don%26#039;t really need to eat on a short hike though, and I suspect that is what you are after (less than an hour). Just carry something small for %26quot;just in case%26quot;.
Now, if you are going up a mountain for five hours, bring lunch and dinner!!
Just go have fun! Bring a camera for any critters or cool flowers you find.
Reply:Bring a good bug spray
Reply:Speed...it gives you so much energy.
Reply:Eat trail mix along the trail while you%26#039;re hiking. Never stop and gorge yourself with large amounts of food in one sitting. Drinking plenty of water is far more important than eating. Keep in mind, your body uses up more water to digest food. And never eat when you%26#039;re out of water. A good trail mix like GORP (Good Ole Raisins %26amp; Peanuts) will supply your body with carbs and protein. Without the proper amount of carbs and protein, your body will start to break down amino acids in your mucsles and turn them into sugar to be burned as energy.
For dayhikes, always carry a small first aid kit or blister kit. And always take a map and compass.
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im going to a trail in the county park
ive never been very athletic, but really need to get into shape, and i think this would be fun (i know exhausting too, i have done it twice when i was younger and in better shape)
but what should i do to prepare?
Hiking Tips (day time hike, not like camping)?
Great for you! Hiking is such a good workout.
Start slow, go at whatever pace you feel comfortable at, take breaks in the shade.
Bananas are great, help reduce cramping. Be careful about granola and trail mix. Some of those can be fattening, and do more harm than good. I usually bring a granola bar or two...but I suggest that you buy them in a health food store, so you aren%26#039;t getting more junk when your intent is to work it off.
A simple pbj usually works wonders. Make sure your bread is high in fiber...you know, the healthy stuff! Or pb and honey. Whatever your taste is. You don%26#039;t really need to eat on a short hike though, and I suspect that is what you are after (less than an hour). Just carry something small for %26quot;just in case%26quot;.
Now, if you are going up a mountain for five hours, bring lunch and dinner!!
Just go have fun! Bring a camera for any critters or cool flowers you find.
Reply:Bring a good bug spray
Reply:Speed...it gives you so much energy.
Reply:Eat trail mix along the trail while you%26#039;re hiking. Never stop and gorge yourself with large amounts of food in one sitting. Drinking plenty of water is far more important than eating. Keep in mind, your body uses up more water to digest food. And never eat when you%26#039;re out of water. A good trail mix like GORP (Good Ole Raisins %26amp; Peanuts) will supply your body with carbs and protein. Without the proper amount of carbs and protein, your body will start to break down amino acids in your mucsles and turn them into sugar to be burned as energy.
For dayhikes, always carry a small first aid kit or blister kit. And always take a map and compass.
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What are some boots (not shoes) you've been very happy with?
My favorites have been
Vasque Clarion (roomy %26amp; light)
Montrail Traverse (supportive %26amp; light)
Columbia Wildland Ridge (supportive %26amp; room for toes)
I had to widen the Traverse toe boxes with a shoe stretcher, but they were very good boots after I did.
So what boots have you hiked in that make you wish you%26#039;d bought three pair of them, instead of only one pair?
What are some boots (not shoes) you%26#039;ve been very happy with?
I had a pair of Hi-Tec Mt.Whitney boots way back in 1991. They took a beating. I only had them for a year because I hiked a lot that summer and fall, but they were really good.
I%26#039;ve never been happy with many of my boots or trail shoes...and I%26#039;ve been through a lot of them. However, I got two years out of a pair of Garmont %26quot;Nagevi%26quot; trail shoes and plan to replace those this year with the same style. I also use Limmer %26quot;Standard%26quot; boots for winter and heavy-duty hiking. I%26#039;ve had them now for about five years. My only complaint is that they are not waterproof unless I wax them frequently with the waterproofing cream. Otherwise I have no complaints.
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Vasque Clarion (roomy %26amp; light)
Montrail Traverse (supportive %26amp; light)
Columbia Wildland Ridge (supportive %26amp; room for toes)
I had to widen the Traverse toe boxes with a shoe stretcher, but they were very good boots after I did.
So what boots have you hiked in that make you wish you%26#039;d bought three pair of them, instead of only one pair?
What are some boots (not shoes) you%26#039;ve been very happy with?
I had a pair of Hi-Tec Mt.Whitney boots way back in 1991. They took a beating. I only had them for a year because I hiked a lot that summer and fall, but they were really good.
I%26#039;ve never been happy with many of my boots or trail shoes...and I%26#039;ve been through a lot of them. However, I got two years out of a pair of Garmont %26quot;Nagevi%26quot; trail shoes and plan to replace those this year with the same style. I also use Limmer %26quot;Standard%26quot; boots for winter and heavy-duty hiking. I%26#039;ve had them now for about five years. My only complaint is that they are not waterproof unless I wax them frequently with the waterproofing cream. Otherwise I have no complaints.
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How to keep shoelaces from breaking.?
When tightening both fabric and leather shoelaces on my hiking shoes, the laces eventually break from abrasion on sharp-edged open lugs. Any suggestions?
How to keep shoelaces from breaking.?
put shoe goo on them
Reply:try to file down the lugs with a small rotary tool like a Dremel
Reply:i have helped mine by keeping armor all on them it keeps them moist and they wont break as easy!!!!
Reply:If you have this happening you are tieing your boots too tight or they don%26#039;t fit you correctly. A good fitting hiking boot is essential to an enjoyable hike. Go to a high quality hiking retailer, like REI, and have them take a look at the fit. You may have to change your socks or your boots. The other ideas are ok, but putting gunk on your laces will make them not tie correctly. The dremmel tool is a good idea if the lugs are too sharp.
I have had my boots (Zamberleins) for about 6 years and have the original laces in good condition. They have about 300+ miles on them.
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How to keep shoelaces from breaking.?
put shoe goo on them
Reply:try to file down the lugs with a small rotary tool like a Dremel
Reply:i have helped mine by keeping armor all on them it keeps them moist and they wont break as easy!!!!
Reply:If you have this happening you are tieing your boots too tight or they don%26#039;t fit you correctly. A good fitting hiking boot is essential to an enjoyable hike. Go to a high quality hiking retailer, like REI, and have them take a look at the fit. You may have to change your socks or your boots. The other ideas are ok, but putting gunk on your laces will make them not tie correctly. The dremmel tool is a good idea if the lugs are too sharp.
I have had my boots (Zamberleins) for about 6 years and have the original laces in good condition. They have about 300+ miles on them.
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What has......?
10 wheels on the bottom, 4 wheels on the top, 2 windshields, 2 motors-with 1 running, %26amp; a pair of hiking shoes?
What has......?
I am so, so sorry. That is a horrid company, I think they should be sued by everyone who has been affected by their unfair trade practices. Write your governor and congressmen to stop these unfair practices. You can start a precedent. Speak with an attorney and start a class action lawsuit.
Reply:Are you walkamile or dragon?
Reply:That sounds like a fema trailer, with you trying to deal with the situation in Katrina. God loves you, girl.
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Reply:a towing truck (10 wheels) moving a car (4 wheels on top) and the driver (shoes) [ total 2 motors, but only one is working]
my 10 points please !!!
Reply:Got me beat, when are you going to tell us?
Reply:Glad you were standing there in your hiking boots!
Dang Girl! Your description is funny! I am sure that it was NO funny matter though.
Reply:your mom.
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What has......?
I am so, so sorry. That is a horrid company, I think they should be sued by everyone who has been affected by their unfair trade practices. Write your governor and congressmen to stop these unfair practices. You can start a precedent. Speak with an attorney and start a class action lawsuit.
Reply:Are you walkamile or dragon?
Reply:That sounds like a fema trailer, with you trying to deal with the situation in Katrina. God loves you, girl.
Reply:Tow truck carrying a golf cart with hiking shoes attached
Reply:a towing truck (10 wheels) moving a car (4 wheels on top) and the driver (shoes) [ total 2 motors, but only one is working]
my 10 points please !!!
Reply:Got me beat, when are you going to tell us?
Reply:Glad you were standing there in your hiking boots!
Dang Girl! Your description is funny! I am sure that it was NO funny matter though.
Reply:your mom.
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Need best foot wear to walk 42 miles in 2 days without causing in blisters underneath my feet. Suggestions?
Last year I undertook this walk in July with a group of people in Corpus Christie, Texas. During the walk on the first day it rained causing our socks to get wet, also resulted in huge blisters underneath my feet. I want to avoid that this year. What kind of foot wear (hiking shoes, inner soles) can I buy to avoid the agony I went through last year. The walk was very enjoyable and very spiritual. I don%26#039;t want to miss it. Walking terrain - walk along the sides of freeways and inner streets. It is a hoot. Passer bys waving and honking at us. Volunteers provide us drive vehicles with food, water and other refreshments for walkers. We start the walk at 4:30 am the first day and walk for 22 miles. Stop at a church the first night and bunk down in a school classrooms next to the church. The next day resume walk at 5:00am to reach the destination around 3:00pm.
I am seeking steps I can take to reduce the pain I went through last year, eventhough, I had a blast. Thanks.
Need best foot wear to walk 42 miles in 2 days without causing in blisters underneath my feet. Suggestions?
I%26#039;m a backpacker and I had to learn the hard way about blisters. I understand the pain. When I backpack, I use liners. These are like a nylon sock that goes on before the regular sock go one. My regular socks are a wool blend or a polyester blend. Cotton socks can cause blisters.
I replaced the inserts in my hiking boots with some thick inserts I purchased from a sporting goods store. This gives extra padding for the feet. If you are going to walk often, and for long distances, I would suggest in a good pair of hiking boots. Tennis shoes are usually not designed for long walks.
Reply:Too late to buy something now, you need to break in hiking boots before wearing for long hikes. Should buy a pair of boots now to start breaking in for NEXT year. Blisters are caused by footwear that doesn%26#039;t fit correctly and moisture causes other problems. Buy some Gore-Tex socks to wear over hiking socks to keep feet dry
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I am seeking steps I can take to reduce the pain I went through last year, eventhough, I had a blast. Thanks.
Need best foot wear to walk 42 miles in 2 days without causing in blisters underneath my feet. Suggestions?
I%26#039;m a backpacker and I had to learn the hard way about blisters. I understand the pain. When I backpack, I use liners. These are like a nylon sock that goes on before the regular sock go one. My regular socks are a wool blend or a polyester blend. Cotton socks can cause blisters.
I replaced the inserts in my hiking boots with some thick inserts I purchased from a sporting goods store. This gives extra padding for the feet. If you are going to walk often, and for long distances, I would suggest in a good pair of hiking boots. Tennis shoes are usually not designed for long walks.
Reply:Too late to buy something now, you need to break in hiking boots before wearing for long hikes. Should buy a pair of boots now to start breaking in for NEXT year. Blisters are caused by footwear that doesn%26#039;t fit correctly and moisture causes other problems. Buy some Gore-Tex socks to wear over hiking socks to keep feet dry
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