billski
Active member
I've always had boots that were all-leather, but I drank the kool-aid last time and got some Vasque that had goretex for "breathing". Well, the leather just blew out - a big tear across the side to the top - no abuse, not along a seam - right in the middle of the leather section, just ordinary miles. I do go through a lot of muck and sometimes a few inches of water. I have been very disappointed in the Vasques: they leak like sieve and hold water like a bucket.
So, the final nail is in the casket, I'm ready to buy a new pair. I want to go back to what I know and love and have hundreds, maybe thousands of miles on - leather uppers with Vibram soles.
I know, I know, the marketing people got a hold of the branding and now call this category "backpacking" only for those with heavy packs. Bullfarb!
Any boot recommendations based on experience?
Thanks!
So, the final nail is in the casket, I'm ready to buy a new pair. I want to go back to what I know and love and have hundreds, maybe thousands of miles on - leather uppers with Vibram soles.
I know, I know, the marketing people got a hold of the branding and now call this category "backpacking" only for those with heavy packs. Bullfarb!
Any boot recommendations based on experience?
Thanks!