Hiking boots and smashed toes

[mountaineer]

After years of trying to get top of the line boots to fit, name brands from dot.com companies, I gave up. For my last trip I went to Big 5 and paid 19.99 for a pair of "Nevados"...never have my feet felt so good during a trip. They will probably last a couple of more trips. The only complaint I have is the sole, while grippy, is a bit soft, so when talus hopping sharp edges tend to be felt more than with a stiffer sole.

I wear size 13 and I have a narrow heel and wide everything else. No raw spots or even sore spots that are the beginning of blisters. Just wore two pair of thin athletic socks.

[frediver]

At our local Big5 you can find Tactical boots among the normal offerings.