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You say "I will only use them in the summer or in hot and humid countries".Many thanks for your advice: do you strongly advise against the MOAB SPEED 2 GTX (Goretex) shoe for my travels? Thanks again.
I know it, but I don't know my trips.Goretex version for wet places (rainy), non-Goretex for other places.
Sure, you are right. But since it is not possible to know my adventure trips in advance and it is not possible to know if it will rain or if I have to cross streams, for this reason I asked if the Goretex shoe can be + or important for me. But above all I would like to know if a Goretex shoe keeps the foot slightly warmer or much warmer than a non-Gortetex shoe.You say "I will only use them in the summer or in hot and humid countries".
There is no need for Goretex if you will never wear the shoes in rainy climates.
OK, I thank you. Can you tell me if it fits well with a wide foot?You can try googling the name of the place + weather + month, to find out if it tends to be dry or rainy.
For example "Serengeti+weather+october" or things like that. It will help you plan.
Personally, I prefer shoes without goretex, as my feet get too hot with them. If it's cold, I just wear mu normal shoes with thicker socks. If it's wet, I wear gaiters, let them get wet and dry the whole lot at my accommodation later.
The Merrel Moabs? Yes, they surely do. I believe the standard male size is wide, and they have the extra wide.Can you tell me if it fits well with a wide foot?
Footwear is a very personal choice as far as fit, etc. One brand may be amazing for one person, and not so much from another. That said, some thoughts to consider:Hi, I have no experience in this area and would like some advice from people who are much more experienced than me and who have already used various technical shoes.I will use them for everything:travelmountainscitieswalks on beaten earth of pathsdusty and red African lands, savannahs, rough terrain, etc.on the planehotelsMy continuous walks or excursions do not last more than a few hours a day, but I will wear the shoes every day and for 24 hours a day.I hope I have made it clear that when I travel I will not change them anymore, if I can.Now I will write something that I cannot do withoutMy budget is about 200 euros. I am not young and I would like to buy a pair of new all-purpose shoes.I will only use them in the summer or in hot and humid countriesA well-known and elegant brandVery comfortableSturdyLightI don't know if a shoe with Goretex or without is better. Surely if Goretex doesn't make the foot sweat too much in the summer or in hot areas like Africa, I would prefer shoes with Goretex. But I'm not an expert and I rely on you who have more experience than me.I would be very grateful if you could write me 1 or 2 precise models useful for me.THANK YOU
I went to a store to see or try them. But they were not present. The shopkeeper told me that those shoes are more of a walking shoe. Is it true? Do you use them?Hoka Breeze if comfort is your priority and you do not need waterproof
Thanks for your precious info. I will take your info into serious consideration.In 50 yearsworking in the environments you've listed, and active in outdoors, I've perhaps used a dozen brands and 30 pairs of boots. I'm not recommending a single brand or model, becuase all feet are so different, e.g., toe spread, arch, ankle support needed, and comfortable heal pitch.
Hello - yes I do have them and bought them specifically for hot weather walking. I have the Hoka Anacapa Breeze boots. I use them for Fell walking in the Lake District of UK, but only if dry. They are well ventilated and not waterproof. So anything other than dry trails and you will get wet. But goretex in hot dry weather is not ideal in my view. Hokas are light weight and I find them very comfortable. But they do run small so essential that you try them for size. But this is true of all boots.I went to a store to see or try them. But they were not present. The shopkeeper told me that those shoes are more of a walking shoe. Is it true? Do you use them?
I don't want to bore you, sorry but I don't understand if I can use Hoka Anacapa Breeze Low in all those situations that I described in my first post. For example, in the uneven African terrains can they be good? I will scramble them enough. Thank you again.Hello - yes I do have them and bought them specifically for hot weather walking. I have the Hoka Anacapa Breeze boots. I use them for Fell walking in the Lake District of UK, but only if dry. They are well ventilated and not waterproof. So anything other than dry trails and you will get wet. But goretex in hot dry weather is not ideal in my view. Hokas are light weight and I find them very comfortable. But they do run small so essential that you try them for size. But this is true of all boots.
Maybe try Altras. They have a wider toe box than Hokas. The Olympus model has good cushioning and I’ve won’t it on the Camino. Non-waterproof though, because so-called waterproof shoes really aren’t, unless they’re rain boots. Waterproof shoes I find to make my feet too hot and more prone to blisters.Thanks for your precious info. I will take your info into serious consideration.
Out of curiosity: I have HOKA Speedgoat, but I use it a little because they are too narrow for my foot. So I thought about buying the Hoka Anacapa Breeze Low because I think they are more comfortable. What do you think about these shoes? Can they be useful for me? Thanks
I have also the wonderful Salomon X Ultra Mid-height. I love them but .... I'd like a low height shoe to use it more often.
My MOAB Speeds developed a bump inside at one of the toes, turned one of my toenails black. I had to find a substitute pair of shoes at the last minute. Otherwise, Speeds are great shoes, good strong soles.Moab Speed 2 Vent
Proper Vibram sole, full foot protection, and well-ventilated
Moab Speed 2 Vent 2K 1TRL
Experience the Moab Vertex 2 Carbon Fiber Shoe, built with outdoor-grade protection, safety toe, and heat-resistant outsole.www.merrell.com
No single pair of shoes/boots/sandals will be perfect for all conditions. You didn't mention the Camino de Santiago as one of those situations, and most people walk the Camino for more than a few hours each day.I don't understand if I can use Hoka Anacapa Breeze Low in all those situations that I described in my first post.
It's exactly the "Altra" link .I thank you so much. Can you suggest a precise model please?
I’ve spent many months in Africa and mostly wore sport sandals. Occasionally my Hoka’s but what are you expecting to do in Africa? Unless you’re hiking Kili or something you certainly don’t need a hiking boot.I don't want to bore you, sorry but I don't understand if I can use Hoka Anacapa Breeze Low in all those situations that I described in my first post. For example, in the uneven African terrains can they be good? I will scramble them enough. Thank you again.
If I may, can you tell me what sport sandals you use for Africa or which ones you would recommend for walking in those remote lands? I appreciate comfort. Thank you!I’ve spent many months in Africa and mostly wore sport sandals. Occasionally my Hoka’s but what are you expecting to do in Africa? Unless you’re hiking Kili or something you certainly don’t need a hiking boot.
Chacos. I walked the Camino in them as well. Was just travelling for a year and wore them nearly every day.If I may, can you tell me what sport sandals you use for Africa or which ones you would recommend for walking in those remote lands? I appreciate comfort. Thank you!
BarefootThanks, can I ask you if you wear socks or barefoot?
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