Scott

Will send you an e-mail

Mike

Unless you’re frequently in very wet ground, I’d take a look at Limmer Boot Company‘s Light-Weight boots. Yes, you can buy boots by mail and have them fit.

I have a pair of their Standards that I wore for years as a SAR dog handler. My only regret is that I’ll never get a chance to wear them out. My wife has the Light-Weights and the Ultra-Lights. The Light-Weight is actually a robust boot – in other manufacturer’s lines, it would be a backpacking boot of some consequence. Here are some other reviews:

Trailspace reviews

Mail order experience and review and their care and feeding. The author writes, “I will argue that a well treated full leather boot is more waterproof and breathable than any synthetic membrane boot.”

And he will get no argument from me – that has been our experience with Limmer boots as well.

I’ve got an extremely narrow foot, depending on the make and model of the boot, I wear a “B” or even an “A” width. The best thing that’s happened to me is the digital foot measuring “tablet” that is at many shoe/boot stores now; measures the foot with high precision and then selects a boot that will fit my feet. So far Redwings have been the best match.

Hi Scott

I went for Meindl, Borneo 2MFS earlier this year and to date have been very satisfied, probably the most comfortable boot Ive ever worn.

Hope the feet are feeling better, Mark.

Frequent sock changes will help to prevent this condition. I always take along an extra pairor two when I plan to cover alot of ground. For best results I wear wool blends that wick moisture away. They don’t have to be heavy, especially in warm weather. I use Marine Corps issue socks that can be found at about any military surplus. Army issue look similar but they are cotton. It’s amazing how much further you can hike if you change socks after 5 or 6 miles.

If the problem persists you should consult a doc as this could be an early indicator of a more serious condition.

wool socks, change often

A quick thought from all those years of medicine… A lot of things can cause pain in the forefoot, footwear being one of them. Changing boots is a good place to start, but if that doesn’t do the trick consider a medical evaluation. Neuromas, neuropathy, the list goes on… Don

The best thing I ever did for my feet was to start wearing ragg wool sock, and yes, change as needed or more. I thought the ragg wool would make my feet and ankles itch, but they don’t. I like merino wool, too, but still like the ragg wool for putting on the miles. best of luck with them dogs, dwc