Red Wing Irish Setter ShadowTrek

[Locutus]

They had a stack of these at my local Dick's on clearance for $89.99 so I picked up a pair.

http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10151&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&partNumber=97287&hvarTarget=search&cmCat=SearchResults

I don't really know much about them, but I was familiar with Red Wing and I know they make good footwear. I am doing my first section hike (9 days) in May on the AT so I wanted to get a decent pair of boots. They feel relatively light, but I am curious if anyone has any experience or opinions of these boots. I bought them on impulse, but I can always take them back as I have not worn them outside yet.

[Alligator]

The 400g of thinsulate will make them too hot, especially for May. Your feet will very likely sweat and be at risk for blisters.

[wilconow]

Return them. Try trailrunners

[Locutus]

Thanks for the advice. I started reading all of the little tags that were hanging off of them and noticed it said something like "not recommended for use during strenuous activity which may generate a lot of body heat".

I returned them this morning.

[Locutus]

Any recommendations for boots in the $80-$100 range? I am not really interested in the sneaker type trail shoes, as I need the ankle support.

[Cabin Fever]

If you can find them for the right price, you cannot go wrong with Asolo, Lowa or Vasque. They are all phenomenal shoes.

[Locutus]

I picked up a new pair of Lowa Seekers for $140 off of ebay, these will work great since I can also use them during my military simulation training. I will start breaking them in next week. Thanks for the advice and help.