digitalbuff
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doug3fflux said:
Doug
r u in the shoe biz
U seem very knowlegable on this topic. Actually, Columbia having a big sale here in Beijing this weekend and altho I like timberland, maybe I go take a look at this too.
Winter Footwear
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Doug
r u in the shoe biz
U seem very knowlegable on this topic. Actually, Columbia having a big sale here in Beijing this weekend and altho I like timberland, maybe I go take a look at this too.I think Pegasus is referring to those dickheads who are travelling to cold countries for the first time, and need to buy a hiking shoes for the gripping. These dickheads may not be into hiking, and probably after the trip, use the hiking shoes for normal causal wear for outings eg pubs. It would be very aweful to be wearing hiking socks with causal pants etc ... like Ronald MacDonald ..popeye said:
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eric69 said:
do u really need to use the term dickheads :bsmilie:
digitalbuff
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eric69 said:Huh? Why not, when you even have people who called themselves "Dick", eg Dick Tracy ...
Yeah... there's our very own dick lee too.
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Finally decided to go with Baffin (www.baffin.com). Anyone has one?
Also got the Nikwax Nubuck and Suede Waterproofing
- Soft, full-grain leather uppers are seam sealed to prevent moisture seepage while maintaining flexibility
- Lace-up instep with padded tongue secures fit across instep for a slop-free fit
- B-Tek four-channel polyester insulation and Thermatuf linings trap and hold valuable warmth while wicking away excess moisture for quick drying
- Padded collars around ankles add comfort; contoured footbeds over a comfort platform support and cushion feet
- GelFlex midsoles and heels absorb impact to reduce foot fatigue, plus provide insulation from the frozen terrain underfoot
- Molded rubber shells are completely waterproof and maintain flexibility in cold weather
- Rubber lugged outsoles deliver solid traction and support on snow and wet surfaces
Also got the Nikwax Nubuck and Suede Waterproofing
digitalbuff said:Finally decided to go with Baffin (www.baffin.com). Anyone has one?
Also got the Nikwax Nubuck and Suede Waterproofing
looks gd, wads de $$ & where sell them? ;p
digitalbuff
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sORe-EyEz said:
Hi, i bought it online at www.rei.com . Cost USD65 + USD33 for international delivery.
digitalbuff
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popeye said:WTH
You bought a shoes over the net? Hiking shoes some more....
Good luck man.
Yes i did (maybe cos i have had quite good experience so far buyin online). Also, I really liked this particular shoe and they dun sell it in China, Singapore or anywhere near where I will be.
SO i will keep my fingers crossed too. Will let u guys know if it worked out.
digitalbuff said:
Dude, I too had many good experience buying online. Books, CDs, DVDs, electronics, etc.
But hiking shoes??? that's the last thing that will stick to a man in the wild. And if it's not comfortable in the first place, it will bring hell through out the journey.
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popeye said:
Finger crossed.... I bought shoes and clothes online and not too bad so jumped on this....fingers crossed.
i would probably forget about timberland stuff - they are way overprice for the performance they give. other brands like Hi-tec, Columbia and Soloman give much better value and they are brands that many mountainers and outdoor people swore by because of their design.
you might want to look at a 3-Season (Spring, Summer and Autumn) mid cut shoe - these will take you into the snow (unless you are doing extensive hiking in snow) and still remain quite usuable in Singapore. Some boots are solely for winter/mountain use and will be very useless in tropical singapore.
assuming you just need a pair of good shoes for light hiking in winter conditions, things i will look out for:
1. Water proofing design - It all depends on the stiching and general construction of the shoe - check the "bellow" around the tonge. Goretex layered boots can also leak. Goretex is expensive, there are similar cheaper membranes around. Alternatively is to get real leather boots and deep wax them. Oh yeah, DONT EVER :nono: deep wax shoes with goretex or similar membranes. you will just be sealing the pores of the leather and defeating the purpose of the membranes!!
2. Sole rigidity - you don't want something that flexes too much - actually SAF combat boots have a little too much lateral and horizontal flex for real heavy trekking and winter use. Timberland's casual hiker shoes have a lot of flex and is suitable for street walking and very light trekking like in MacRitchie
Look for something that has a torsion bar embeded in the sole - tradtional boots have them in steel, but it will not pass the airport sensors. Nowadays they make them with very hard plastic. This actually helps to lessen foot fatigue in long hikes.
3. three-quarter cut just incase you are in ankle deep snow.
4. Go for a design that has a clean toe cap e.g. SAF boots. Some fancy designs have a flat top with stichings ala deck shoes. These just serve as platform to hold snow and water.
you might want to look at a 3-Season (Spring, Summer and Autumn) mid cut shoe - these will take you into the snow (unless you are doing extensive hiking in snow) and still remain quite usuable in Singapore. Some boots are solely for winter/mountain use and will be very useless in tropical singapore.
assuming you just need a pair of good shoes for light hiking in winter conditions, things i will look out for:
1. Water proofing design - It all depends on the stiching and general construction of the shoe - check the "bellow" around the tonge. Goretex layered boots can also leak. Goretex is expensive, there are similar cheaper membranes around. Alternatively is to get real leather boots and deep wax them. Oh yeah, DONT EVER :nono: deep wax shoes with goretex or similar membranes. you will just be sealing the pores of the leather and defeating the purpose of the membranes!!
2. Sole rigidity - you don't want something that flexes too much - actually SAF combat boots have a little too much lateral and horizontal flex for real heavy trekking and winter use. Timberland's casual hiker shoes have a lot of flex and is suitable for street walking and very light trekking like in MacRitchie
Look for something that has a torsion bar embeded in the sole - tradtional boots have them in steel, but it will not pass the airport sensors. Nowadays they make them with very hard plastic. This actually helps to lessen foot fatigue in long hikes.3. three-quarter cut just incase you are in ankle deep snow.
4. Go for a design that has a clean toe cap e.g. SAF boots. Some fancy designs have a flat top with stichings ala deck shoes. These just serve as platform to hold snow and water.
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