new hiking boots

[deadheadhiker]

howdy everyone
i would appreciate any guidance about buying new boots i have about 800 miles on a pair of Asolo's.....my biggest concern is i need the best ankle support i can find as my right ankle rolls out often especially on loose rock.......
happy trails
jack

 

[deadheadskier]

had to do a double take here :lol:

welcome to alpinezone

 

[RootDKJ]

had to do a double take here :lol:

welcome to alpinezone

Me too! I was about to rib you again for being taking bribes! lol

 

[thetrailboss]

I have the Asolo 520's and love them.

Ultimately though when it comes to boots, the best thing to do is to spend an afternoon at a good shop and have an open mind. A good bootfitter, if he/she knows your budget and use(s), can deliver.

 

[deadheadskier]

Oh and as for hiking boots, I know several guides up in the Whites. Every single one of them says there is no better boot in the world than Limmer's.

http://limmerboot.com/#

 

[thetrailboss]

Limmers are nice. Do they still custom make them?

 

[deadheadskier]

I believe so

 

[denvervega]

Leather Cresta hikers from Bean. Out of the box comfort. Great support, totally waterproof, year 'round use.

 

[skibum9995]

Leather Cresta hikers from Bean. Out of the box comfort. Great support, totally waterproof, year 'round use.

+1. Thats what I wore before I switched to trail runners full time. Limmers are great boots, but they are super heavy. Don't underestimate how much the weight of your footwear has an effect on your hiking.