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Old 11-04-2012, 09:37 PM   #1
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I need a recommendation guys. I'm looking at getting some new hiking boots for cold weather. My feet freeze most of the time anyway, so I would like to have something that stays good and warm on your foot. Of course they have to be comfortable too, but I knew you guys could lead me in the direction for new boots. Thanks!


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Old 11-05-2012, 07:13 AM   #2
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How low will the temperature be when you will hike? Maybe all you need is a good pair of electric socks.


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Nice tip dinosaur. I actually more rely on choosing proper socks and layering them instead on changing boots for different temperatures. But extreme cold does require insulation in boots.


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Add a jacket and a hat and your feet will be miraculously warm.


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Use the above tips first, before you spend big bucks on good boots. If the tips above don't work, skip the normal brands of insulated hiking boots and go direct to White's or Danner's. I get along fine with a wool liner, wool wicker, and a woolen heavy sock in my Sorel's down in the sub zero range. That used to do me well to 40 below but not any more.


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