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Waterproof treatment for Roclite 315’s? After reading BPL, I’m thinking no.

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PostedOct 30, 2007 at 3:22 pm

McNett makes a boot/shoe water repellant:

http://mcnett.baron-co.com/page.cfm?pageID=1738

I was going to get some for my Roclite 315's. They are very breathable, but not waterproof.

Then I read Lightweight Footwear Systems …

http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/lightweight_footwear_systems_for_snow_travel_part_2.html

When I read that article, I think I've changed my mind and will leave my Roclites alone. Putting a DWR treatment on them will cause them to dry slower. If I expect cold rain, or snow, I can get some Gore-Tex socks to keep my feet dry. And I have the flexibility to just use wool socks if the conditions warrant.

Has this article opened my eyes or am I missing something? I can't wait to read part 1 and part 3.

PostedOct 30, 2007 at 4:09 pm

I hiked in Inov8 Roclite 315's for two days this past spring in a semi-wet snow varying from 18" to 30" deep and found them very fast drying; so much so that my feet never really felt very wet. Wore Smartwool mid weight socks on this occasion.

Snow/Pond on West Ridge Trail near Glastenbury Mountain

PostedOct 31, 2007 at 7:27 am

I assume you had gaiters on? If so, may I ask which ones? I'm looking at the ID Event Shorties.

Or maybe snowshoes…

Did your Roclite's run small? I have size 13 feet (usually). I had to get size 14 Roclites. And I'm still a little snug on my left foot (bigger than the right) with a liner sock and wool sock. This worries me a bit.

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