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How do I select BIFL walking boots? (lemmy.world)
submitted 9 months ago by DrownedRats@lemmy.world to c/buyitforlife@slrpnk.net
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Ive had a couple pairs of walking boots in the past and none of them have survived more than 6-8 3 day hikes and I'm sick of replacing them. What are some points to look for in good walking boots, where should I look to buy them from in the UK, how much should I look to be spending as a rough guide?

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[–] constantokra@lemmy.one 1 points 9 months ago (1 children)

That's a great suggesion. Unfortunately, I already wear either smart wool, or my own hand knit wool socks with these boots.

[–] snooggums@kbin.social 3 points 9 months ago (1 children)

I just caught that you live in Florida, and the humidity could be the issue. If you have a spare fan, putting the boots in front of it to circulate the air might help since the waterproofing means the only moisture exit is where your foot goes in. Doesn't need to blow into the boot, just across it so the air gets moved around.

[–] Ersatz86@lemmy.world 4 points 9 months ago (3 children)

Or you may want to invest in one of these:

https://a.co/d/3ppV1jY

When working the boats in Alaska, arguably one of the wettest environments around, every stateroom had one. Fishermen swear by them.

[–] snooggums@kbin.social 3 points 9 months ago

HELPS REDUCE ODORS – Keeping your boots, shoes, and gloves dry is the key to keeping them stink-free. Dry time Warm-up (30 mins); Damp (8 hours); Wet (12 hours).

Great suggestion!

[–] constantokra@lemmy.one 2 points 9 months ago

I'll have to look at those. Might be what I need.

[–] constantokra@lemmy.one 1 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Happened to see boot driers at the grocery store for 15 bucks. Bought them and now i'd say they're a must. Wore my boots and put them on for 2 hours.... they don't smell anymore. They smelled when I out them on. My boots will now live on these when they're not on my feet.

Seriously. I sought out boots I thought would last a long time and i've been seriously bummed because I can't imagine keeping them when I can't get them to stop smelling. I figured boot driers would only work preventatively, but they zapped the smell right away. If you intend to keep your boots for a long time, get some boot driers.