Post by: vandeman17 on May 25, 2019, 06:58:36 PM
Post by: deerhunter_98520 on May 25, 2019, 08:33:45 PM
Post by: addicted1 on May 25, 2019, 08:52:31 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on May 25, 2019, 09:00:30 PM
I would think with that many miles they should he broke in. Do they fit snug ok your feet with very little movement when tightened?
I have tried going tighter and looser to see if it makes a difference and tighter is worse. I did contact crispi asking if they had any tips or tricks and they said not really because their boots have a stiffer foot/heel bed for stability on uneven terrain. Not sure what to do at this point. I would like to have a good boot ready for our early archery elk hunt first week of September
Post by: jrebel on May 25, 2019, 10:20:15 PM
I would think with that many miles they should he broke in. Do they fit snug ok your feet with very little movement when tightened?
I have tried going tighter and looser to see if it makes a difference and tighter is worse. I did contact crispi asking if they had any tips or tricks and they said not really because their boots have a stiffer foot/heel bed for stability on uneven terrain. Not sure what to do at this point. I would like to have a good boot ready for our early archery elk hunt first week of September
Go down to American shoe shop in Wenatchee and buy a pair of Zamberlan Outfitter GTX.....you won't regret it. If you don't like the higher boots then buy the shorter pain (forget the name of them). I have owned two pair and couldn't be happier. Before these I wore Asolo and liked them too but they were too stiff and hurt my feet on any hunt that did not include heavy loads or rough conditions.
If you buy boots that are too stiff and do not work them hard, it will hurt your feet. If you put 50 lbs on your back and climb mount everest (jk) they are great. The Zamberlan's are a great boot that meets all my needs.
Post by: Crunchy on May 25, 2019, 10:49:04 PM
Post by: notsosneaky on May 25, 2019, 10:57:40 PM
Post by: bkaech on May 26, 2019, 07:26:58 AM
Everyone has different shaped feet and walk different so no boot can fit everyone properly. I would think if you are still having issues it will likely continue. Maybe try a couple long hikes or just wear them all day around the house for a few days and if its not better move on and try to find something that works for you better.
Post by: vandeman17 on May 26, 2019, 08:24:03 AM
I suggest getting rid of them, I would be happy to throw them in the trash for you. By the way, what size are they....jk.
Everyone has different shaped feet and walk different so no boot can fit everyone properly. I would think if you are still having issues it will likely continue. Maybe try a couple long hikes or just wear them all day around the house for a few days and if its not better move on and try to find something that works for you better.
I have read and believe the same thing. The tough part is that they feel good on flat to moderate sloped ground. It’s the steeper stuff that bothers the heels. I have been wearing them around the house on weekends doing chores.
Size 11 by the way :chuckle:
Post by: SuperX on May 26, 2019, 09:01:45 AM
Sounds like you could benefit from trying some different lacing and sock/liner combos. here's a video with some good ideas for creating better heel lock-in on uphills and toe protection on downhills. This helped me, but YMMVI suggest getting rid of them, I would be happy to throw them in the trash for you. By the way, what size are they....jk.
Everyone has different shaped feet and walk different so no boot can fit everyone properly. I would think if you are still having issues it will likely continue. Maybe try a couple long hikes or just wear them all day around the house for a few days and if its not better move on and try to find something that works for you better.
I have read and believe the same thing. The tough part is that they feel good on flat to moderate sloped ground. It’s the steeper stuff that bothers the heels. I have been wearing them around the house on weekends doing chores.
Size 11 by the way :chuckle:
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Post by: vandeman17 on May 26, 2019, 10:05:56 AM
Post by: SuperX on May 26, 2019, 10:50:09 AM
I will try that lacing method. ThanksI've found that if I have my foot in a slight toe-up before I snug up the ankle using her technique, I get even better heel lock in.