Mid-Weight Backpacking
If you're going
cross country or on steep and uneven terrain in wet and
wintry weather, you want a good midweight boot, as they
offer more ankle support.
But when you imagine the midweight boot, don't think
clunking army boot. Modern designs have taken a lot from
the sports shoe and though they are heavier and more
supportive than a shoe they are now made of some great
lightweight yet durable fabrics.Our staff are the
perfect people to ask about these things, so pop in to
one of our stores and have a proper loo
Mountaineering
This is more of a
specialist boot designed for long expeditions or
specialist mountaineering. They can generally be worn
with crampons and can handle the very roughest
scrambling terrain. These boots are extremely rigid, so
if you're planning to get serious on the mouintains,
leave plenty of time to break the boot in.
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Trying
Boots On
Ill fitting boots
can ruin a perfectly nice day out, so taking time to
choose the right boot is very important.
Fitting Tips
There are
a few things you should always do when buying a new boot.
1. Ask for a size larger than you expect
as they are usually smaller than a normal shoe.
2. Wear the type of socks you will be wearing when you
are outdoors. If you forget yours, buy a new pair. You
can never have too many socks, and this way you know
your boots will fit.
3. Always try the shoe on at home for a while to ensure
the fit. If it hasn't been worn outside then it can
still be returned if there is something wrong.
Tips
- Always remember to try both boots on,
as your feet might be different sizes, and this could
prove the difference between blisters and blissful
walking.
- The fit should be snug around the
heel and ankle, but you should be able to curl your toes
comfortably.
- When walking do not worry if there is
a little heel lift as the boot will mould to the profile
of your foot as you break them in. Any slight lift will
eventually disappear completely.
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