Kilt boot opinions - asolo granite

[Freelander Sporrano]

One thing you should bear in mind before buying such boots is . If they are designed for use with Crampons and such (Even articulated type) they will be a lot stiffer than an ordinary pair of hillwarking boots. Therfore will have less flex when walking around on flat ground.

If you have a use for them buy them I'm just concerned for your feet

If you just want to look cool buy somthing else

[Kilted KT]

One thing you should bear in mind before buying such boots is . If they are designed for use with Crampons and such (Even articulated type) they will be a lot stiffer than an ordinary pair of hillwarking boots. Therfore will have less flex when walking around on flat ground.

If you have a use for them buy them I'm just concerned for your feet

If you just want to look cool buy somthing else

I bought the "cool" boots when I got the oakleys. And, as I feared, the "cool" boots are crap for performance. The one thing the asolo's are great for is that the break-in period is nearly zero.

[Freelander Sporrano]

I'd still try before you buy. They'll kill your feet if used on the flat.

Him just offering advice from somone who has spent many many hours weeks and months in such boots

In the end it's your feet matey..No offence

[Kilted KT]

I'd still try before you buy. They'll kill your feet if used on the flat.

Him just offering advice from somone who has spent many many hours weeks and months in such boots

In the end it's your feet matey..No offence

oh, no offense at all. I just realised I hadn't clarified myself very well. I've nae been offended once since I've been here! Any opinions, good or bad, are very welcome. I wouldn't post if I couldn't handle a critical arguement.

thanks for the imput!!!

[Chefdave]

Asolo makes great boots for sure.

However, I'd rethink those as they are very purpose specific (mountaineering/climbing) and are probably not the greatest hikers/walk around boots.

[Alan H]

Those are serious trekking boots, though I think they're a bit light for ice climbing. Still and all....

I wouldn't even THINK about buying serious hiking boots from an on-line source. Forget it. NO way. My feet are way too important for that. Twenty miles from the trailhead, you'll be utterly miserable in boots that don't fit right.

And why spend $200 for boots like that to bang around in, on the street?

Here's what I'd suggest...Try looking into the Hi-Tec line of boots. They're well -made, a lot lighter in general, mostly made in the USA and a lot more forgiving. Oh, and generally speaking, they cost a lot less, too!

[Kilted KT]

Those are serious trekking boots, though I think they're a bit light for ice climbing. Still and all....

I wouldn't even THINK about buying serious hiking boots from an on-line source. Forget it. NO way. My feet are way too important for that. TWenty miles fromt he trail headd, you'll be utterly miserable in boots that don't fit right.

And why spend $200 for boots like that to bang around in, on the street.

Try looking into the Hi-Tec line of boots. They're well -made, a lot lighter in general, mostly made in the USA and a lot more forgiving.

Once and a while I will be doing some serious hiking, just not all the time. I just hate buying boots that crap out in a few months.

[David White]

I think some of these Hi Tec are nice in the 6" and loafer cut.
I've had several pair of hi tec and they are nice. I like the rugged look in black.
http://www.magnumboots.com/magnum_06_main_tactical.html

[efer]

Hey Kilted KT,


Here's 2 cents...

I personally love my Vasque Sundowners. I had them for 10 years in Burgundy.
http://www.vasque.com/products/m-sundownergtx.cfm

...finally replacemented with a pair of Timberlines; not to happy with my choice. Do you happen to wear a 13?!?

Another choice would be Keen Brooklyn Mid...it's more a sneaker than a hiking boot
http://www.keenfootwear.com/pdp_page.cfm?productID=44

Best of luck in finding the right pair.

Cheers,