I have been hiking for many years, but in high top boots. But I would like to try hiking in low cut trail shoes like my Merrell Outlands. I am leaving tomorrow for a five day backpack trip on an established trail.My pack weight is 30# complete. The weather is supposed to be in the 70's the whole trip.

Are there any shoe/boot experts out there that can tell me if this would be a good idea or should I stick to the boots.