Post by: HUNT JR on December 12, 2022, 08:57:48 AM
I am interested in the Idaho II from Crispi as it seems to be a good fit for me.
Post by: hughjorgan on December 12, 2022, 09:16:53 AM
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/backpacking/baldo-gtx-black-orange
Eastmans did a review on them that you can find at the link above.
Post by: Stein on December 12, 2022, 09:26:55 AM
I typically wear the least amount of boot possible.
Post by: pianoman9701 on December 12, 2022, 09:30:41 AM
Post by: HUNT JR on December 12, 2022, 09:32:40 AM
If you like the lowa tibets take a look at the lowa baldo gtx. Light weight and breathable.
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/backpacking/baldo-gtx-black-orange
Eastmans did a review on them that you can find at the link above.
Those look like they may be the ticket, should have a similar fit to the tibets.
Post by: hughjorgan on December 12, 2022, 10:48:49 AM
If you like the lowa tibets take a look at the lowa baldo gtx. Light weight and breathable.
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/backpacking/baldo-gtx-black-orange
Eastmans did a review on them that you can find at the link above.
Those look like they may be the ticket, should have a similar fit to the tibets.
I’d say so, if you want to see the pair I have shoot me a pm I in Wilbur also…
Post by: Magnum_Willys on December 12, 2022, 11:04:11 AM
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/backpacking/baldo-gtx-black-orange
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Post by: Stein on December 12, 2022, 12:49:37 PM
I have two pairs of boots that are identical except one pair has a Gore liner and the other doesn't. Both are 100% synthetic uppers with pretty loose weave and the breathability is night and day different, like the Gore pair essentially doesn't breathe and the other pair you can feel the air going through the upper.
Post by: hughjorgan on December 12, 2022, 01:04:36 PM
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/backpacking/baldo-gtx-black-orange
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Post by: HUNT JR on December 12, 2022, 01:24:20 PM
Those boot uppers are mostly leather with a Gore liner on what looks to be tightly woven fabric, I wouldn't expect them to breathe well. My experience is that you have to ditch the Gore liner and find much looser fabric weave to get any sort of reasonable breathability if that is what you are looking for.
I have two pairs of boots that are identical except one pair has a Gore liner and the other doesn't. Both are 100% synthetic uppers with pretty loose weave and the breathability is night and day different, like the Gore pair essentially doesn't breathe and the other pair you can feel the air going through the upper.
Id agree with this, but I don't want to give up the liner. When i say breathable, i am looking for more breathable than my full leather boot.
Post by: Bendejo on December 12, 2022, 01:51:19 PM
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Post by: Shawn Ryan on December 12, 2022, 03:55:25 PM
Post by: Stein on December 12, 2022, 04:55:49 PM
Those boot uppers are mostly leather with a Gore liner on what looks to be tightly woven fabric, I wouldn't expect them to breathe well. My experience is that you have to ditch the Gore liner and find much looser fabric weave to get any sort of reasonable breathability if that is what you are looking for.
I have two pairs of boots that are identical except one pair has a Gore liner and the other doesn't. Both are 100% synthetic uppers with pretty loose weave and the breathability is night and day different, like the Gore pair essentially doesn't breathe and the other pair you can feel the air going through the upper.
Id agree with this, but I don't want to give up the liner. When i say breathable, i am looking for more breathable than my full leather boot.
Gotcha, I would look for something full synthetic and as light as you can then. Leather won't breathe and will hold in heat where at least the lighter nylon won't hold in nearly as much heat.
As noted, they won't last as long as leather apples to apples but are definitely noticeably cooler.
Post by: Houndhunter on December 12, 2022, 05:07:45 PM
Post by: Ironhead on December 12, 2022, 05:25:20 PM
Crispi Summit are a great early season boot. Lightweight and breathable with a great sole.
I also have the Idaho II and the toe box is bigger than I am used to. I have to wear an extra pair of socks to get a good fit also they pinch above my ankle on the outside when side hilling.
I have a narrower foot, so the Summits fit me better and are a lighter weight boot. Just my 2 cents.
Post by: carpsniperg2 on December 12, 2022, 05:56:11 PM
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/backpacking/baldo-gtx-black-orange
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:yeah: I've been doing a bunch of research and talking to the boot guy from gohunt. Ended up ordering this pair today. They have 3x rewards on them right now. So you get 72.00 in cash to use on other gear in their store. Pretty good deal on them.
Post by: carpsniperg2 on December 24, 2022, 02:27:08 PM