I can’t walk long distances in them without my right foot feeling like it’s broken. It’s probably because of the thinness of the sole. I even put a good extra insole in them, but that doesn’t help for some reason.
As an aside, a couple of hears ago, I started mostly going on long, 5-mile, hikes/walks everyday for lower-body exercise. Up until then, I loved the Salomon hiking boots, but they all start squeaking once I put over 60-90 miles on them or so. And that drives me crazy. So, I’ve already bought my last Salomon.
Wow that sucks! I was going to order them. Really dont wanna go over that price point tho. I might order them anyhow and keep searching. Im done with Merrell, definitely no Columbias unless for just around camp. Appreciate the info.
Pahick, if I didn't have some unknown to me condition that gives me right-root soreness, those shoes likely would would be fine. I don't know if they will start squeaking for you or not. My Salomon hiking boots were, by far, my favorites until they all eventually started squeaking.
I bought Keen Targhee EXP and have enjoyed them immensely. We do a lot of flat ground walking and some crusty terrain hiking. I’ve had very good luck w these. Wore Merrill’s for years but they’ve been in a downward spiral quality wise for me. Check them out.
I bought Keen Targhee EXP and have enjoyed them immensely. We do a lot of flat ground walking and some crusty terrain hiking. I’ve had very good luck w these. Wore Merrill’s for years but they’ve been in a downward spiral quality wise for me. Check them out.
Someone on here told me about them. They get good reviews.
They are a flat shoe. I forget their marketing term.
Zero drop or something.
They do t have a wide model. But the standard width has a wide toe area.
I wear 12ee and the 12’s fit me fine.
I looked at them a bit ago. Theres a guy that has a store in Westminster, MD just over the border from where im at. Come to find out my buddy who owns a sports shop runs and bikes with him. He has a video on the Lone Peaks. Im not sure theyre for me, they dont seem as rugged as others ive looked at, but im gonna talk to my buddy and then stop down at Runmoore. Thanks!
If your forefoot is narrow, the Altras aren't for you. Also, it takes a while to transition to zero drop, many people complain of achilles pain when doing so. Another thing with Altra's is that in my experience, they don't last very long. The Salomon's will likely work for you. You might also check out the Topo line of shoes.
I bought Keen Targhee EXP and have enjoyed them immensely. We do a lot of flat ground walking and some crusty terrain hiking. I’ve had very good luck w these. Wore Merrill’s for years but they’ve been in a downward spiral quality wise for me. Check them out.
I wear these at work, hunting, hiking, and even jogging. I have to use inserts because they are a little flat for my feet. But I have them in a couple heights. I wore a pair on duty for 3 years.
I wore Salomons for a long time but have switched to the Altra Lone Peaks. That webbed foot toe box works for me as does the zero drop. The Stoneguard works better than any shoe on rocky trails and the traction is excellent My running shoes become town shoes after 6 months and I have yet to experience a blowout in my Altras or Salomons. I would call the Lone Peaks a high volume shoe and their lace system allow me to wear a thin sock or a light wool sock depending on conditions. Great shoes for some but everyone is different.
mike r
Don't wish it were easier Wish you were better
Stab them in the taint, you can't put a tourniquet on that. Craig Douglas ECQC
I wore Salomons for a long time but have switched to the Altra Lone Peaks. That webbed foot toe box works for me as does the zero drop. The Stoneguard works better than any shoe on rocky trails and the traction is excellent My running shoes become town shoes after 6 months and I have yet to experience a blowout in my Altras or Salomons. I would call the Lone Peaks a high volume shoe and their lace system allow me to wear a thin sock or a light wool sock depending on conditions. Great shoes for some but everyone is different.
mike r
Mike:
How many running miles do you get on the Lone Peaks before they become town shoes. I was on the Altra website and it looks as if they are closing out the 4.5. I'd like to try them, but will wait for the Lone Peaks 5. I've worn New Balance of one type or another for 40 years, but they no longer seem to suit my feet.
I am required to wear boots for work outdoors, which can mean anything from mid-height Merrell Moabs to mountaineering boots and mid-calf logger boots. I have had good luck with Moabs, although my last pair wore out much more quickly than previous ones. I know several guys who have had good luck with Salomons and they recommend them to me.
I like Moabs because they aren't that heavy and they are available without waterproofing/goretex, which just makes my feet sweaty. Waterproof Salomons make my feet sweat just trying them on in the store, but that goes for any shoe with a waterproof lining.
But if I could, I would just wear running shoes in the woods.
I wore Salomons for a long time but have switched to the Altra Lone Peaks. That webbed foot toe box works for me as does the zero drop. The Stoneguard works better than any shoe on rocky trails and the traction is excellent My running shoes become town shoes after 6 months and I have yet to experience a blowout in my Altras or Salomons. I would call the Lone Peaks a high volume shoe and their lace system allow me to wear a thin sock or a light wool sock depending on conditions. Great shoes for some but everyone is different.
mike r
Mike:
How many running miles do you get on the Lone Peaks before they become town shoes. I was on the Altra website and it looks as if they are closing out the 4.5. I'd like to try them, but will wait for the Lone Peaks 5. I've worn New Balance of one type or another for 40 years, but they no longer seem to suit my feet.
I average about 40 miles/week, 70% of which is hiking speed. I mostly run on the flats and downhills where the footing is decent. This old frame doesn't need another wreck. I have had 1 pair of 3.5s and am on my 2nd pair of 4.0s I hope they don't screw up the 5.0. I liked Salomons but every model seemed to get a narrower toe box, The Altras are truly a different type of shoe and they really suit me for most of what I do that does not involve deep snow.
mike r
Don't wish it were easier Wish you were better
Stab them in the taint, you can't put a tourniquet on that. Craig Douglas ECQC
