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  @abigailbrunerСағат бұрын

  Hey there.. Are you familiar with the Bruner family of Frederick, by any chance?

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  @KevnFsk4 күн бұрын

  great video ty sir!!

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  @miravlix21 күн бұрын

  Hiking just make you an Hiker, not an expert. The first step is to know SINGLE SOURCE is WORTHLESS! We have actual science that show experts can be WORSE than using a coin toss, because the expert is biased towards being "right" not correct. If you gave a long list of factors you used to make your decisions that would be a much more valuable, so we can actually tell if your an idiot or not. Who is so full of them self they actually think BECAUSE I SAID SO is meaningful for us trying to learn?

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  @BryanHiatt20 күн бұрын

  Thank you for adding your thoughts to the discussion. As you can see, over the last year, many people have added their thoughts, and there is much to learn.

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  @tetsuo360Ай бұрын

  Sensational brother

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  @BryanHiattАй бұрын

  It was pretty nice.

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  @matth79Ай бұрын

  Muffins look good af

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  @BryanHiattАй бұрын

  They were!!!!

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  @teejay3272Ай бұрын

  OK. Since you asked for some thoughts I'll lean on my daily mountain/elevation hiking and backpacking with many thousands of trails miles. This isn't meant to slam anyone but there's some who've been CONVINCED that trail runners are where it's at. There's no other option. What they don't tell you is that, like most pieces of gear, they're for specific conditions. And that would be groomed trails and warm weather if they get wet because most aren't waterproof. People have been convinced that lighter is better and that's nonsense. He was holding up the Salomon Ultra X Ultra which I have. Does some things decently. Particularly good on hard pack with loose stuff. But if you're in really rocky conditions, in mud or off trail then they're totally inefficient. I used them last summer season and by the end there were rips throughout and the waterproofing is terrible. I don't know how you get multiple seasons out of them unless you're not using them much. So trail runners just aren't gonna handle rocky trails as well as something with a more substantial sole, they don't provide strong torsional support, they're ineffective if you're carrying real weight, useless in cold rain and mud and won't touch snow or handle spikes. They have their lane but it's not a one size fits all. So if you're new to it, and really plan on hiking, you match your footwear with the conditions you'll be in most. People love to say the waterproof makes their feet hot. I've NEVER had that issue and I can get out in four seasons with waterproof shoes/boots. Newer hikers should look towards boots or shoes that have a decent amount of cushion and enough underfoot protection that they can handle a variety of conditions. So a more "all-purpose" shoe or boot is the call when you're starting. Anything over 2 1/2 lbs or so is going to more for backpacking and might be overkill if you're just hiking. If you get in to it then you can start working in a rotation of shoes/boots for the conditions. But to start, it makes much more sense to not limit yourself out of the box. I have trail runners, shoes and boots and trail runners are easily what I use the least. They're too limiting for me. Just wanted to put that out there. When people tell you "this is what you need," and don't mention conditions, you should take the time to learn on your own so you don't waste money. Again, not slamming this guy in any way. He's not a rookie and made this clip to help. I dig that. But there's some realities to consider when you're choosing what to wear. Boots and shoes can get expensive and it makes sense to try to get it right from the start which will make it easier for you to get out more.

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  @BryanHiattАй бұрын

  100% agree with everything you’ve said here and I appreciate the time and energy you put into this response. A friend asked me to make this for his youth group, full of kids who have zero experience in trails. The message in the end, for them, was to wear what was most comfortable to handle 5-6 miles on mostly dry conditions in the summer months. 58k views later, the comments are still rolling in and I see them adding to a larger discussion about gear and conditions. Take care!

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  @teejay3272Ай бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt Right on. Thanks for that and, seriously, it was not meant as a slam on you in any way. You're a cool dude trying to clue people in. I've just built up an immediate response to the UL trail runner crowd. And that's because I know they convince people to go a certain way that definitely has limitations. I think new hikers are better served to start in the 'middle' until they know what they need. Thanks for the comment dude and happy trails.

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  @BryanHiattАй бұрын

  I did a hike a couple weeks back here in MD, super rocky AT fare in some Altra Timp 5s and they were clearly not up to the job, for me anyway, in that moment. I appreciate the words as well. It’s nice to have a constructive conversation.

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  @teejay3272Ай бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt Yeah. If I'm not mistaken those Altras are crazy light. It's impossible to create something that light that's going to move you comfortably and safely over a lot of rock. But I bet on a groomed trail they feel good. What I pull the most lately in three seasons are the La Sportiva Raptors. I like the leather boot version for streams and they can handle snow with spikes. I don't know how they did but they're under 2 lbs. with a sole that feels way more substantial than typical lightweight hikers. Pricey but you can grab sales. I've worn so many brands and styles and they're as close to the perfect all-around I've found. But the search never ends I guess. :)

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  @BryanHiattАй бұрын

  All good to know. I’m gonna check those out. I really have no idea how folks do through hikes on the AT in trail shoes like Altra.

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  @monat_sonАй бұрын

  Thank you sir. You gave me all the information I need.

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  @BryanHiattАй бұрын

  All right!!!

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  @saketjawaji1557Ай бұрын

  I could just tell that this would be a good video. I was right! Thank you!

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  @blissy3415Ай бұрын

  Nice shirt 💪🏼

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  @michaelgilman79303 ай бұрын

  From Maryland, also. Planning on doing the 4 state challenge in a month or so. My plan is to wear Puma Deviate 2 Nitro’s. Did the same trail last year with a pair of Merrill boots and I could barely walk by the end of it.

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  @BryanHiatt3 ай бұрын

  Awesome! Have fun.

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  @notyoaveragejosay15773 ай бұрын

  🦋 🦋 🦋 😮😮😮

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  @BryanHiatt3 ай бұрын

  It was a pretty cool moment.

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  @fishhabit17153 ай бұрын

  One of the biggest issue I have with most the options available today is they are not environmentally friendly. I like trail runners, but you’re constantly throwing them away. I’ll go through 3 to 4 pairs a year. After realizing I’m a hypocrite I changed back to all leather repairable boots.

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  @BryanHiatt3 ай бұрын

  This is a fair point. A little more $$$ up front and a boot you can repair makes a lot of sense.

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  @patty109109Күн бұрын

  I’m sure the environmental impact of a pair of shoes is trivial compared to all of the other things you consume: climate control for your house, endless packaging from stores, including Amazon, etc

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  @chriss61803 ай бұрын

  COYS

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  @trailsandbeers3 ай бұрын

  flip flops 🩴🩴

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  @andrewhayes70554 ай бұрын

  That hat is about 3 sizes too big🤣🤣

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  @BryanHiatt4 ай бұрын

  Nahhhh. Fits just fine. Keeps the sun off my bald head.

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  @marct82634 ай бұрын

  Great choice of shirt, Come on you Spurs ⚽

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  @emilyhiatt64694 ай бұрын

  The Salomon ultraglides are the best!!

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  @BryanHiatt4 ай бұрын

  Video coming soon.

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  @calumburleigh4 ай бұрын

  What goes up MUST come down! haha , Although some uphill pain caves are more like black holes haha

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  @BryanHiatt4 ай бұрын

  Never has more truth been written.

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  @BryanHiatt5 ай бұрын

  MATT IS THE STILL THE GOAT.

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  @kamauu-si2bo5 ай бұрын

  The excitement 😂😂🔥💯 what did you think of the t3i and the 50mm lens?

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  @BryanHiatt5 ай бұрын

  Still have the lens. It’s a workhorse.

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  @michaeldelrossi44875 ай бұрын

  Did you Fart, they smell Crap a half a mile away!

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  @BryanHiatt5 ай бұрын

  Clever. But no.

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  @IlOliGonlI5 ай бұрын

  Do you pay the monthly subscription for Adobe Premier Pro?

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  @BryanHiatt5 ай бұрын

  I do not. Had access for work for a time but now edit on iPad using LumaFusion.

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  @shellicarroll59025 ай бұрын

  Okay so it's a little goofy but I love love love love love love the Star wars music in the background. 😅

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  @BryanHiatt5 ай бұрын

  I know right? That music makes everything better.

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  @perlagpyper93495 ай бұрын

  Cool, I like Beavers?👌

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  @naomiphillips88585 ай бұрын

  Yes you got beavers

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  @BryanHiatt5 ай бұрын

  I’m def not crazy.

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  @hoejackborseman10596 ай бұрын

  Common you Spurs 💪🏻

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  @RyanMartinez07137 ай бұрын

  Your awesome

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  @mary-lynpineda77678 ай бұрын

  How about for long mountain trail. Like 3-day hike and wet, probably muddy and pretty cold. Is it still advisable to have the gore tex yet heavy from Merrell or must have lightweight but non-waterproof?

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  @BryanHiatt8 ай бұрын

  Staying dry is priority #1. The first option seems the most sensible given the conditions you describe.

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  @mary-lynpineda77678 ай бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt will it be a disadvantage if it rains?

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  @mary-lynpineda77678 ай бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt even though it is with high altitude?

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  @rodc433410 ай бұрын

  It really depends on the person and on the trails. The trails shown in the first part of the video are hardly hiking trails of the sort I hike on. More highly engineered walking paths, so sure, a basic old running shoe is great. But for more rugged trails you may want more rugged shoes, with more of a lug sole. You may even want a light weight boot to protect your ankles from getting banged up. Waterproof or not again depends on the climate you hike in. Also depends on how sweaty your feet tend to be - waterproof do not breath as well as non-water proof. Wearing moleskin every hike is very odd. Especially with modern shoes. These are not your grandfather's heavy unforgiving leather boots. If something is needed I much prefer a bit of KT-tape. Moleskin is very old school, not bad, but not really up to modern standards for performance. Those Smart Wool socks are very good. I tend to like Darn Tough wool socks. Though in the summer I often wear thin synthetics as they are cooler and dry faster if I have to wade some streams. I think for most people, it takes some time and trail and error to find what works best for them, with their feet, and their trails.

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  @BryanHiatt10 ай бұрын

  Thanks for the detailed response here. 100 % agree. It’s been pretty cool to see so many experienced hikers add to the conversation.

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  @aspinaki11 ай бұрын

  I used salomon X Ultra MId GTX and Quest 4D too, but for me adidas Terrex works like a gem.

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  @BryanHiatt11 ай бұрын

  Nice. It’s about finding that sweet spot.

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  @baze3SC11 ай бұрын

  It depends on the kind of activity. Most people I know only do day hikes in good weather, typically on marked trails. All they need to carry is some snack and a bottle of water. Wearing heavy hiking boots is probably an overkill for that. Though if you carry a backpack on a long trip, especially if you're dealing with mud and snow, the situation is different. It's a personal thing and there are trade-offs. One thing that I consider important though are non-slippery soles.

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  @BryanHiatt11 ай бұрын

  Agreed. 100 percent. I was out today at Ohiopyle PA and it rained heavily last night. The trail shoe I was using, the Salomon Ultra Glyde 2 was not a good choice. Nothing was going to handle the low muddy areas well. It did not fare well over the many slick rocks and roots.

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  @psiko383511 ай бұрын

  Which footwear is best for long day hot weather hikes? Shoes or boots and are there any you can recommend?

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  @BryanHiatt11 ай бұрын

  I like Salomon. Merrill is good too.

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  @psiko383511 ай бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt is there much difference between the salomon x braze gtx and the x ultra 4? There's a big difference in price, I'm not sure which to go for

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  @BryanHiatt11 ай бұрын

  I’m unsure about this. It looks like the X ultra 4 is a mid boot, with goretex. It is more expensive but it seems like you are getting more.

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  @rodc433410 ай бұрын

  What kind of trails? Dry or wet? Do you need ankle support? Sandy, packed dirt, lot of small rocks, lot is large rocks? If large rocks, slick or grippy? Do you have sweaty feet? Any foot issues?

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  @orborbea984411 ай бұрын

  wow .. wow .. tottenham shirt :( besides that great vid and advice :)

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  @BryanHiatt11 ай бұрын

  I know. I know. :) and thanks!

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  @TheFruitingChamber Жыл бұрын

  What do you think of the Columbia venture Amazon a pair for 70 I’m 250 lb tall boy and on a budget figured I’m gonna try them out with some gel sole inside to 😅

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  I’m not familiar with this shoe. I’d check the reviews carefully. Looks like 4.5 rating overall out of 5. I’d look closely about sizing and how well the shoe does in wet conditions. Fo

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  @T5Zplayer Жыл бұрын

  Hi Bryan, good vid, good advice. Lose the shirt.

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Thanks for the feedback! Noted on the spurs jersey. Lol.

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  @juliaelrod2154 Жыл бұрын

  Poison oak. 😂😂

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Oh yikes. Lol.

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  @nightwalker3206 Жыл бұрын

  Hi

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Hello.

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  @LongHC Жыл бұрын

  I agree with you about the flexibility of the shoe. I had the Salomon and after a while I developed metatarsalgia. Took a while for it to go away. I just use running shoes now.

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Hey go with what works, I say.

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  @RidesInforests Жыл бұрын

  I use a super secret pair of ecco walking trainers.. shhh

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Hey whatever works!!!!

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  @jonsutcliffe8508 Жыл бұрын

  I think it is about trying to understand the ground underfoot and the conditions you are going to be out in. I live in the UK, and for most days out, especially in the summer I'd agree with trail running shoes. But heading out in colder times of the year over rough or boggy ground I'd go for full boots. Obviously in seriously wintery conditions you'd need a rigid boot for crampons.

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  I agree 100%. I'm scheduled to do a three day supported hike with a youth group this coming weekend. Rain is forecast for much of the duration, and I'm rethinking my gear choices.

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  @truxpratt3306 Жыл бұрын

  Thanks for this video; it's very well done. I've hiked with boots and trail runners and MY EXPERIENCE was better with the boots. I didn't care for feeling every rock and root under my sole and the trail runners caught more on trail objects. Perhaps I just need to get better at raising my feet! The weight benefit of the trail runners was offset by the water proof, comfort difference, and endurance of the boots. That said, I recommend people experiment with both to find their own happy feet. Thanks again!

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  hey thanks! I identify CLEARLY with the drawbacks on trail runners on rugged trails some days. I like the advice about experimenting to find out what works best for them. It really matters.

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  @mary-lynpineda77678 ай бұрын

  How about for long mountain trail. Like 3-day hike and wet, probably muddy and pretty cold. Is it still advisable to have the gore tex yet heavy from Merrell or must have lightweight but non-waterproof?

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  @truxpratt33068 ай бұрын

  ​@@mary-lynpineda7767 If I know it is going to be we/muddy I would go with boots for the stability and dryness. Take extra socks and maybe wear gators? For 3 days it is more of a comfort call instead of anything medical. But I've been wrong before.

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  @mary-lynpineda77678 ай бұрын

  @@truxpratt3306 will it be a disadvantage if it rains? Or for high altitude?

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  @tcpUtube1 Жыл бұрын

  Where else would you wear shoes?

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Probably trails that are not super rocky.

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  @peacepuffz Жыл бұрын

  Big up the man in the Tottenham shirt!

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Should be interesting year with another new manager. I’ve read good things about Ange.

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  @petewelsh9978 Жыл бұрын

  I absolutely prefer boots to shoes on longer hikes. The ankle support is so helpful in reducing injury and fatigue

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  I hear you. I did a hike a few weekends back where I felt this pretty keenly.

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  @petewelsh9978 Жыл бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt I did 38 miles over medium to rough trails and turned my ankles a few times and was really glad of them support - on shorter and smoother routes I enjoy trail running shoes (Saucony Peregrine) especially in warm weather - thanks for a good video

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  No problem. It’s all about the trail.

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  @jenshoefer7944 Жыл бұрын

  Salomon = stiff? They are super soft, even approach shoes are way more stiff and they are still in Cat A. Those salomon aren't real hiking shoes, none of the shoes shown are hiking shoes 😮

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Thanks for the comment, Jens. That boot in the video is 5+ years old, and it most def was not high end. So it remains stiff, though newer boots I'm sure perform differently. I made the video for new hikers...for people who might not think they can go for a hike because they need all the gear.

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  @jenshoefer7944 Жыл бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt those trailrunners are fine for relatively easy terrain. What I meant, hiking covers a wide range of possible terrain. Like in Central Europe we have 6 different categories for hiking trails, those traileunners are ok for the lower 2 categories, 3rd category is something like angels fall in US, there it depends whether someone still feels comfortable. In this 3rd cat you can have trails too, which requires hours of walking up or down a steep scree slope, there I wouldn't recommend such shoes, the sole profile is just not high enough to lock securely in the scree. Also, there can be also short sections which require climbing in UIAA 1 or 2. This can be negotiated much better with a stiff sole (salomon doesn't have this) combined with a small climbing zone at the front, so you can securely step on small steps. For trail category 4 and higher you definitely need real hiking boots which have high profile, stiff sole and allow the mounting of crampons (glacier sections are all cat 4 or higher). So, after all, it really depends what kind of terrain someone is approaching, I think

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  100% agree with all of this. It's an important part of this conversation for sure, noting that terrain should dictate our gear choices. As a person who grew up in northern Utah (have def hiked Angels Landing in Zion!) and went to school in Oregon, the terrain is much different (and rugged in many places, as you describe here) than what I see here in Maryland most days on the trail. I hiked the Billy Goat trail in MD this weekend and 5 minutes in knew I needed a sturdier boot for rock scrambling...not general hiking. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Goat_Trail#/media/File:Billy_Goat_Trail_boulders.jpg

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  @blackadder1966 Жыл бұрын

  Best boots ive found are Zamberlan, I've been disappointed with Merell and Solomon. Last pair of Merell I had the soles wore out very quickly, supposedly waterproof, but never were. Solomon too were supposed to be waterproof and again were not. Zamberlan are 100% waterproof and im now on my 3rd pair, the 1st abd second pair lasted around 10 years each in English weather walking the dog every day through forest. The 1st pair were before the current trend of gortex lined and were 100% waterproof, just occasionally treated with zamberlans own leather treatment. The new ones are gortex lined which imo is only to appeal to buyers because they think they must have it. 3rd pair i now use in Australia and love them here too. When I bought the 1st pair i had no idea who Zamberlan were. Often on special offer here so wait for the sale at Anaconda or Mountain warehouse.

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Thanks for the detailed response on this. One thing that the responses to this video have taught me is that there is no one way to think about this. I dig hearing about what works for people in the different places where they adventure.

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  @outandabout_oz Жыл бұрын

  Thanks Bryan, great video and glad I stumbled onto it. I have always found hiking boots suit me best rather that trainer style. I wear Keens and get about 4000km out of them but best thing, brand new from the box they give no blisters or rubbing ever. Heavy obviously. I average 18km per day and the go pretty well. Merino wool is a must for socks. Good luck with the channel, subscribed 🙂

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  I was just trying out some Keens at my local Sierra Outfitter. I REALLY liked them, though they were a little small (that's the thing about Sierra...as a discount place...they never really carry my sizes that fit me). I'm going to keep my eye open a pair. Thanks for sub!

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  @outandabout_oz Жыл бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt That's always the challenge, I have a few online stores I start keeping an eye on a month or two out and can usually find some at a. reasonable price. Size wise I like the extra width I think, that is where I usually get problems ✌🏻 Good luck with the hunt and the hiking

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Same to you. Happy trails! Subbed to your channel as well.

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  @outandabout_oz Жыл бұрын

  @@BryanHiatt ✌🏻

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  @olyokie Жыл бұрын

  Those thru hikes must really have been something…..before they became so fn popular.

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Oh for sure. It’s a KZread sub genre now days.

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  @Morpholess Жыл бұрын

  Cotton socks also hold moisture which results in softening of skin and increases likelihood of blisters. ArmaSkin is a top liner sock. : )

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Such a good point. WAY back in the day, this was the first lesson I learned.

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  @k1k2lee Жыл бұрын

  Get that jersey off mate 🙂

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  @BryanHiatt Жыл бұрын

  Already done.