I have worn the Patagonia A/C Drifter as my backpacking shoe for the last 5 years. Patagonia no longer makes shoes, thus I need to find another shoe. Due to foot/ankle abnormalities, I cannot wear a boot, but need strong, boot-like, underfoot support when I carry a backpack. Regular hiking shoes and trail runners do not have the stiffness of the sole that I need. The A/C Drifter provided this in a low-top, sneaker-like style.
Any suggestions/recommendations?
Thanks, Polly

