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EndoftheTrail BPL Member
PostedJul 7, 2007 at 1:51 pm

Please recommend some good boots (trail runners or cross trainers) that fit all of the following use/criteria:

1. good traction for rough trail use
2. good support for 20-mile days carrying 30 lbs.
3. good ventilation but NOT having feet caked with dirt at end of day
4. NO 'breaking in' period
5. light weight (2 lbs per size 8-9 pair, preferably less)
6. durable
7. must be sold at REI or REI Outlet

Thanks in advance.

PostedJul 7, 2007 at 2:45 pm

I'm on my 3rd pair, and have both of these from REI, they appear to meet your criteria. I put the Dr. Scholls gel inserts in and it's incredibly padded.

Merrell Mesa Ventilator II Mid Hiking Boots
Merrell Moab Ventilator Cross-Training Shoes
They are both in your weight range.

http://www.rei.com/online/ComparisonChartDisplay.do?type=User&storeId=8000&vcat=REI_SEARCH

I really like the Mid-Hikers because their light heel is very comfortable.

The Cross Trainers are great I wore them for most of Philmont last year, but for longer treks, I 'll take the Mid's with the heel at a +/-3 oz penalty.

PostedJul 7, 2007 at 4:19 pm

Montrail Namche. They fit all your criteria with the possible exception of 2#. My size 10's weigh 17.4 oz. each with my orthotics, which are 3 oz./pair. I'd guess a size 9 would slide in under the tag. I've got 250+ miles on a pair in all sorts of terrain and they're still going strong. They're basically a Hardrock with more ankle support, lots more. I love the way they cling to rock, which is a real plus on talus fields but applies equally to rocky trails. Definitely worth taking a look at.

Jason Brinkman BPL Member
PostedJul 7, 2007 at 10:11 pm

I just purchased Salomon XA Pro 3D Trail-Running Shoes using the same basic criteria that you listed. I haven't gotten to use them much yet, but I am pleased so far.

I also have a pair of same shoes with the Goretex XCR. I absolutely love them, but they are too warm for summer use.

Both pairs fit the same – perfectly out of the box. Incidentally, I bought a Men's US Size 13. My everyday shoes are usually 12's and most hiking shoes are 12 or 12.5, so I suspect these run about a half size small.

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