OakAshandThorn
12-05-2016, 12:30 AM
Hey chaps,
My Timberland Mt. Maddsens have officially worn out. I can still use them, but the tread is pretty much completely smoothed out, and its former waterproof-ness is níl. I have two options, and money isn't much of an issue since I have a more than adequate living allowance from the federal government for my work. I'd rather keep the budget below $100, but if there isn't anything out there in my price range for what is best suited for me, I don't mind spending more.
My two options are:
To acquire similar footwear to the Timberlands - that is, mid-cut and waterproof, OR.....
Go for something like a trail runner, essentially a breathable boot, something that can dry out relatively quick (overnight) and yet still be able to cope with rocky terrain.
The conditions down here where I am working can be quite rugged. The trails are often washed out/flooded, especially in the Bell Mtn Wilderness, and there are lots of rocky sections all over the place in the wildernesses that I am managing. The frequent crossings of brooks and walking through the flooded sections would be made easier with a high waterproof boot, but I already have a pair of those; I did not bring them because the climate down here can become rather steamy during the summer months, and I would risk athlete's foot from all the sweat. In my experience, waterproof boots don't seem to dry out nearly as fast as breathable ones. I have considered Gore-tex, and I've heard both good and bad things about Gore-tex boots, but feel free to add your input.
I'm more leaning towards something breathable, preferably a mid-cut boot. Excellent traction is a must.
What are your thoughts? :D
My Timberland Mt. Maddsens have officially worn out. I can still use them, but the tread is pretty much completely smoothed out, and its former waterproof-ness is níl. I have two options, and money isn't much of an issue since I have a more than adequate living allowance from the federal government for my work. I'd rather keep the budget below $100, but if there isn't anything out there in my price range for what is best suited for me, I don't mind spending more.
My two options are:
To acquire similar footwear to the Timberlands - that is, mid-cut and waterproof, OR.....
Go for something like a trail runner, essentially a breathable boot, something that can dry out relatively quick (overnight) and yet still be able to cope with rocky terrain.
The conditions down here where I am working can be quite rugged. The trails are often washed out/flooded, especially in the Bell Mtn Wilderness, and there are lots of rocky sections all over the place in the wildernesses that I am managing. The frequent crossings of brooks and walking through the flooded sections would be made easier with a high waterproof boot, but I already have a pair of those; I did not bring them because the climate down here can become rather steamy during the summer months, and I would risk athlete's foot from all the sweat. In my experience, waterproof boots don't seem to dry out nearly as fast as breathable ones. I have considered Gore-tex, and I've heard both good and bad things about Gore-tex boots, but feel free to add your input.
I'm more leaning towards something breathable, preferably a mid-cut boot. Excellent traction is a must.
What are your thoughts? :D