View Full Version : Thruhiking The PCT, Need Lightweight Version Of New Balance 1201
I used New Balance 1201's on the AT but want to go to a lighter version for the PCT. Any suggestions?
bulldog49
11-05-2009, 13:43
Try here.
http://www.nbwebexpress.com/category.asp?type=MNFTOTHI&perPg=48&showDetails=no
Thanks for the link. None of those shoes come in 2E which is my width.
I started wearing the 1201's late in my AT hike when I had lost a significant amount of weight and was strong. I'll be starting the PCT heavy and weak.
I don't want to spend a lot of money trying to find the right fit like I did on the AT. I feel comfortable and confident in the 1201's.
But will the 1201's be too much shoe for the PCT? I mainly want to know if I'll be okay in the desert section with that much material around my feet as I've never hiked in that kind of environment. And, is a lighter shoe going to support me at my heavier weight?
That looks like an awful lot of material for the desert. I would find a nice breathable pair of running shoes. It's nothing like New England with rocks,roots,etc.... to roll your ankles on. I wore trail-runners the whole way.
I just realized you are from Stonington and 34 yrs old. same here, we prolly know each other.
TimeSnake
11-16-2009, 07:36
well my friend Asics are always a great choice. They are super light weight and the toebox has a bit more width.
http://www.zappos.com/mens-shoes
In Asics, I would stay away from the 1140. The 2140 seems better.
Some trailrunners in this brand. Trabucco? 2E is easy. Quit your grumping.:)