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Russ recommended here in HST. http://www.davepagecobbler.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

What do I see with that hole? Stitching! That is where it always fails.

Still planning to use Zamberlan Vioz GT boots on this years trip Rogue?

I love that photo from Fishmonger, way up above, with the three dudes wearing massive, Norwegian welt hiking boots. I still have my cheapo, knock-off Raichle's that have so many miles in them, but weigh 3 lbs a piece. Beefy, durable, pretty sure-footed, but heavy and not nearly as comfortable as modern, lighter, glued/bonded sole boots.

I can't do the big old boots anymore, other than for show. I think what was once the paradigm is now a fairly rare item.

Austex,

Thanks for the information. I e-mail Dave the pictures and got back this responce:

"Russ;

Thanks for your inquiry. Those need to be sealed and restitched. A local shoe repair shop should be able to do that for you.

Yours, Dave"

We'll keep Dave Page Cobbler in mind whenever we have boot repair issues. Always remember, this is the most important piece of equipment once you leave the pavement.

Thanks,

-Russ

Still planning to use Zamberlan Vioz GT boots on this years trip Rogue?

Yep they got me through a mean 111 days last year with no problems. I bought two pairs this year.

The Zamberlan 230 SH Crosser Plus GTX RR look interesting and are supposed to be a
lighter version of the Vioz GT boots.

I have a pair of danners that ive resoled so many times ive lost count. Those boots are close to twenty years old now and still look great. Im sure his was mentioned but proper care does do wonders for tIhe life of your boot.

I have a 32 yo pair of Danner Lights. Need resole and not too sure how the gore tex is holding yp; so bought a new pair of similar service boots with the Ketterlift heels for this year. Old ones are as comfortable as ever!

Kenetric Italian made beasts that are as comfortable as tennis shoes.