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How far can a pair of shoes last?
I don't know what 'experts' you've heard, but trekking shoes that can't make at least 1000 km are a very low quality ones.
The 'recommended' mileage for running shoes in popular apps is often as low ...
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how to distinguish between Merrell Men's Moab 2 Vent vs Merrell Men's Moab 2 Waterproof at a glance?
Looking at REI at the Moab 2 Waterproof, one sees that it has a little tab showing a tag with "Dry" on it:
Similarly, the Moab 3 Waterproof (also REI) has a tag saying "Waterproof"...
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how to distinguish between Merrell Men's Moab 2 Vent vs Merrell Men's Moab 2 Waterproof at a glance?
If you do have the time to test them I guess that it will be possible to tell them apart with dunking them in a tub of water. I would keep the top of the boot higher than the level of the water in the ...
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How can I improve gaiter adhesive area on hiking shoe?
I'd just use a knife (or x-acto blade) and some sandpaper to remove the Danner letters making it smoother. Depends how much you value functionality vs looks (That's assuming you even plan to ever ...
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How far can a pair of shoes last?
To add two more data points:
My best pair of heavy hiking/trekking shoes from LOWA lasted me about 1500-2000km. Most of that with a heavy pack (20kg and more) and over rough terrain.
They were full ...
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Should one buy a higher shoe size while buying hiking shoes?
No. I disagree with all the answers. The stated advice is very proper. For 1800's technology level*.
Modern hiking socks are superb. Go to the hiking shop. Purchase a pair of socks. Put them on. ...
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