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paul t BPL Member
PostedMay 9, 2016 at 12:21 pm

I’ve been trying to find the right “boot” for me when I backpack.  I usually carry about 30 pounds on a multiday trip and have had trouble with the following boots: Salomon 3D, Oboz Bridger, and just recently the Asolo Fugitives.  I have tweaked my ankles a couple of times on the trails, but am now sick of the pain in my ankles from boots.  My question is what lower cut shoe should I be looking to try out that can handle my use?  I’ve looked briefly at the sportiva synthesis, but otherwise I’m out of my league on this.  Any input/advice would be great.

Thanks!

Mordecai _ BPL Member
PostedMay 9, 2016 at 1:45 pm

Before I moved to trail-runners, I liked the Lowa Renegade, low-cut version.

Have you tried trail runners?

Maybe it would make sense for you to get some trail runners, say some with a decent amount of cushion, I like the pearl izumis, and pair that with some ankle braces?

Billy Ray
PostedMay 9, 2016 at 2:42 pm

What makes you believe boots are to blame for ‘tweeking’ your ankles?

And what make you believe that lower cut shoes or runners would not?

It may not be the foot wear. Some people have ankles that are prone to tweeking… though not sure of that as a medical term so not sure if you are talking just sore or sprained?

Maybe you need ankle strengthening exercises and not different footwear?

billy

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