Originally Posted By BillgGruff
Why should I spend hundreds of dollars on boots when I know that a pair of sandals will keep me cooler and lighter and heck... if I do encounter snow, I carry wool socks and 16 other essentials anyway. Why do I want to spend money on boots?


Why do I want unbruised, unbroken toes and intact skin? Why do I want unfrozen feet? Why do I want to avoid sticks and junk stuck under my feet? Why do I want to avoid broken straps that make the sandals useless?

I suppose if you are urban hiking, it makes no difference. You could always call a cab. I like hiking....
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