Re: Short-cuts to breaking in boots?
We're doing the Hermit-Tonto-BA loop with a detour down to Phantom Ranch. Our permit is for 4 nights below the rim: Hermit Creek, Granite Rapids, Horn Creek...
sumiwada 2009-09-11 18:03:29 #57473

Re: Trip Report Fishtail Mesa
Thanks so much Pete, and everyone else too. After I posted the report, I thought of about 10 other things I forgot to say, like the excellent job you, Pete,...
Tracey W 2009-09-11 17:31:44 #57472

Re: Short-cuts to breaking in boots?
--- In Grand_Canyon_Hikers@yahoogroups.com, "tiredsole51" wrote: I am a big fan of KEEN shoes/boots. Light weight, good to go right out of the box. Well...
likesphantom 2009-09-11 17:23:24 #57471

Re: Short-cuts to breaking in boots?
Sumi, I have not been following this thread real close, but I don't recall you mentioning (at least in this thread) what your hike is going to be. I seem to...
tiredsole51 2009-09-11 13:29:18 #57470

Re: Short-cuts to breaking in boots?
Doug, this is an excellent point. Years ago I wore the typical heavy leather hiking boots on GC hikes. But over time I found them to be completely...
rich_rudow 2009-09-11 12:35:49 #57469

Re: Short-cuts to breaking in boots?
Very sensible response indicates a thoughtful not reckless attitude and most comments support the positive potential for a successful trip. Grand Canyon...
Doug Nering 2009-09-11 12:33:14 #57468

Re: [SPAM][Grand_Canyon_Hikers] Re: Short-cuts to breaking in boots?
Stating the obvious but important... Make sure the boots fit comfortably when you buy them. Yes, they're going to be stiff but if they hurt your feet,...
Rob Brading 2009-09-11 12:05:49 #57467

Re: Convince Me - Down Bag
Kam: I've used Cat's Meow & a custom Feathered Friends w/ -40 rating on several GC treks (Spring Winter Fall) as well as dozens of treks in Appalachians (all...
Dr. Brown 2009-09-11 12:05:33 #57466

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