What are some good hiking SHOES or lightweight boots? I've heard good reviews for Solomon (Pro Sticky Mids), Merrill (Reflex), and New Balance (805s).
I have the Vasque Sundowners and they're built like a tank, but are hot and feel burdensome in warm weather. If I start the AT in Maine in July (next year or '05), I'll probably put up with my Sundowners until I get through Vermont because of the greater need for ankle support in that area. After that, I'd like to wear something much lighter until the snow flies down south in early winter.
Only concern is a low cut shoe/boot will provide NO ankle support, so ideally it would have to be high-cut. Comments/experiences/recommendations?