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How do you think the guys who first figured out how to do these things did it? Just messing around and finding out.

You’re the coolest on the block they don’t even know

Love the Element!!

Just did my first 12-mile backpacking hike in my Salomon SpeedCross 5's and they did great. They are broken-in and very comfy.

Hey there.. Are you familiar with the Bruner family of Frederick, by any chance?

great video ty sir!!

Hiking just make you an Hiker, not an expert. The first step is to know SINGLE SOURCE is WORTHLESS! We have actual science that show experts can be WORSE than using a coin toss, because the expert is biased towards being "right" not correct. If you gave a long list of factors you used to make your decisions that would be a much more valuable, so we can actually tell if your an idiot or not. Who is so full of them self they actually think BECAUSE I SAID SO is meaningful for us trying to learn?

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OK. Since you asked for some thoughts I'll lean on my daily mountain/elevation hiking and backpacking with many thousands of trails miles. This isn't meant to slam anyone but there's some who've been CONVINCED that trail runners are where it's at. There's no other option. What they don't tell you is that, like most pieces of gear, they're for specific conditions. And that would be groomed trails and warm weather if they get wet because most aren't waterproof. People have been convinced that lighter is better and that's nonsense. He was holding up the Salomon Ultra X Ultra which I have. Does some things decently. Particularly good on hard pack with loose stuff. But if you're in really rocky conditions, in mud or off trail then they're totally inefficient. I used them last summer season and by the end there were rips throughout and the waterproofing is terrible. I don't know how you get multiple seasons out of them unless you're not using them much. So trail runners just aren't gonna handle rocky trails as well as something with a more substantial sole, they don't provide strong torsional support, they're ineffective if you're carrying real weight, useless in cold rain and mud and won't touch snow or handle spikes. They have their lane but it's not a one size fits all. So if you're new to it, and really plan on hiking, you match your footwear with the conditions you'll be in most. People love to say the waterproof makes their feet hot. I've NEVER had that issue and I can get out in four seasons with waterproof shoes/boots. Newer hikers should look towards boots or shoes that have a decent amount of cushion and enough underfoot protection that they can handle a variety of conditions. So a more "all-purpose" shoe or boot is the call when you're starting. Anything over 2 1/2 lbs or so is going to more for backpacking and might be overkill if you're just hiking. If you get in to it then you can start working in a rotation of shoes/boots for the conditions. But to start, it makes much more sense to not limit yourself out of the box. I have trail runners, shoes and boots and trail runners are easily what I use the least. They're too limiting for me. Just wanted to put that out there. When people tell you "this is what you need," and don't mention conditions, you should take the time to learn on your own so you don't waste money. Again, not slamming this guy in any way. He's not a rookie and made this clip to help. I dig that. But there's some realities to consider when you're choosing what to wear. Boots and shoes can get expensive and it makes sense to try to get it right from the start which will make it easier for you to get out more.

Thank you sir. You gave me all the information I need.

I could just tell that this would be a good video. I was right! Thank you!

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From Maryland, also. Planning on doing the 4 state challenge in a month or so. My plan is to wear Puma Deviate 2 Nitro’s. Did the same trail last year with a pair of Merrill boots and I could barely walk by the end of it.

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One of the biggest issue I have with most the options available today is they are not environmentally friendly. I like trail runners, but you’re constantly throwing them away. I’ll go through 3 to 4 pairs a year. After realizing I’m a hypocrite I changed back to all leather repairable boots.

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That hat is about 3 sizes too big🤣🤣

Great choice of shirt, Come on you Spurs ⚽

The Salomon ultraglides are the best!!

What goes up MUST come down! haha , Although some uphill pain caves are more like black holes haha

MATT IS THE STILL THE GOAT.

The excitement 😂😂🔥💯 what did you think of the t3i and the 50mm lens?

Did you Fart, they smell Crap a half a mile away!

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Okay so it's a little goofy but I love love love love love love the Star wars music in the background. 😅

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How about for long mountain trail. Like 3-day hike and wet, probably muddy and pretty cold. Is it still advisable to have the gore tex yet heavy from Merrell or must have lightweight but non-waterproof?

It really depends on the person and on the trails. The trails shown in the first part of the video are hardly hiking trails of the sort I hike on. More highly engineered walking paths, so sure, a basic old running shoe is great. But for more rugged trails you may want more rugged shoes, with more of a lug sole. You may even want a light weight boot to protect your ankles from getting banged up. Waterproof or not again depends on the climate you hike in. Also depends on how sweaty your feet tend to be - waterproof do not breath as well as non-water proof. Wearing moleskin every hike is very odd. Especially with modern shoes. These are not your grandfather's heavy unforgiving leather boots. If something is needed I much prefer a bit of KT-tape. Moleskin is very old school, not bad, but not really up to modern standards for performance. Those Smart Wool socks are very good. I tend to like Darn Tough wool socks. Though in the summer I often wear thin synthetics as they are cooler and dry faster if I have to wade some streams. I think for most people, it takes some time and trail and error to find what works best for them, with their feet, and their trails.

I used salomon X Ultra MId GTX and Quest 4D too, but for me adidas Terrex works like a gem.

It depends on the kind of activity. Most people I know only do day hikes in good weather, typically on marked trails. All they need to carry is some snack and a bottle of water. Wearing heavy hiking boots is probably an overkill for that. Though if you carry a backpack on a long trip, especially if you're dealing with mud and snow, the situation is different. It's a personal thing and there are trade-offs. One thing that I consider important though are non-slippery soles.

Which footwear is best for long day hot weather hikes? Shoes or boots and are there any you can recommend?

wow .. wow .. tottenham shirt :( besides that great vid and advice :)

What do you think of the Columbia venture Amazon a pair for 70 I’m 250 lb tall boy and on a budget figured I’m gonna try them out with some gel sole inside to 😅

Hi Bryan, good vid, good advice. Lose the shirt.

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I agree with you about the flexibility of the shoe. I had the Salomon and after a while I developed metatarsalgia. Took a while for it to go away. I just use running shoes now.

I use a super secret pair of ecco walking trainers.. shhh

I think it is about trying to understand the ground underfoot and the conditions you are going to be out in. I live in the UK, and for most days out, especially in the summer I'd agree with trail running shoes. But heading out in colder times of the year over rough or boggy ground I'd go for full boots. Obviously in seriously wintery conditions you'd need a rigid boot for crampons.

Thanks for this video; it's very well done. I've hiked with boots and trail runners and MY EXPERIENCE was better with the boots. I didn't care for feeling every rock and root under my sole and the trail runners caught more on trail objects. Perhaps I just need to get better at raising my feet! The weight benefit of the trail runners was offset by the water proof, comfort difference, and endurance of the boots. That said, I recommend people experiment with both to find their own happy feet. Thanks again!

Where else would you wear shoes?

Big up the man in the Tottenham shirt!

I absolutely prefer boots to shoes on longer hikes. The ankle support is so helpful in reducing injury and fatigue

Salomon = stiff? They are super soft, even approach shoes are way more stiff and they are still in Cat A. Those salomon aren't real hiking shoes, none of the shoes shown are hiking shoes 😮

Best boots ive found are Zamberlan, I've been disappointed with Merell and Solomon. Last pair of Merell I had the soles wore out very quickly, supposedly waterproof, but never were. Solomon too were supposed to be waterproof and again were not. Zamberlan are 100% waterproof and im now on my 3rd pair, the 1st abd second pair lasted around 10 years each in English weather walking the dog every day through forest. The 1st pair were before the current trend of gortex lined and were 100% waterproof, just occasionally treated with zamberlans own leather treatment. The new ones are gortex lined which imo is only to appeal to buyers because they think they must have it. 3rd pair i now use in Australia and love them here too. When I bought the 1st pair i had no idea who Zamberlan were. Often on special offer here so wait for the sale at Anaconda or Mountain warehouse.