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[MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?
- From: "Jorene Downs" <Jorene@CEOates.com>
- To: "'Mounted search and rescue'" <msar-riders@lists.ibiblio.org>
- Subject: [MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?
- Date: Fri, 18 Dec 2009 20:18:54 -0800
I’ve worn nothing but Ariats on my feet for many years,
because they fit my arch well to provide excellent support. But boots are a
very personal fit, as well as being rather specific to what works well in that
terrain and weather if you end up hiking. Any boot taller than mid calf would
be a problem for anyone trying to hike in our steep mountain terrain - but taller
may be valuable for someone hiking through a deeper soggy area. In general pull-on
boot types wouldn’t be suitable, lacking ankle support for hiking in more
uneven terrain. The type of sole may also be an issue, since some are designed
better for secure footing on more slippery surfaces than others. (I saw Irv
slip and fall on a short grassy slope at a SAR conference a few years ago.
Nobody else in the group slipped, so hopefully the boots / soles he was wearing
then aren’t what he uses for SAR / MSAR if he ever hikes out in the field
or off-trail.) Wear a brand that fits your foot well, because a poor fit will
tire you more quickly. Choose the hiking ankle support, sole, height, breathability,
water resistance, insulated or not, etc., based on local terrain challenges,
weather, etc. Choose the kind of support and protection needed, but also
consider that a heavier boot will tire you more quickly if you’re hiking,
too. Also take into consideration where you might respond for Mutual Aid and if
the boot choices would be suitable there. Many may find a “ride and hike” boot (similar to a
higher top tennis shoe, but with a riding heel) to be a good option in most terrain
and weather conditions – several riding boot brands make them. Like
Laurie, I wear Ariat Terrains. - - - - - - Jorene Downs SAR & CERT Mounted SAR From: Lila Corey Can anyone tell me what type of boots you have
found the best for MSAR? I prefer tall boots- have a pair of Dublin -
used them on a search that ended up being on foot for 5 hours, raining and
swampy- got a little damp the last hour- they are suppose to be waterproof but
some dampness did penetrate. I am in NC, so extreme temps are not USUALLY
a problem, but I am extremely cold natured, do much better hot than cold. Lila |
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[MSAR] Borium caulks and fitness,
Karen Nesbitt, 12/15/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
ALLEN SNYDER, 12/18/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
emboote, 12/18/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
Lila Corey, 12/18/2009
- Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?, Laurie Hanahan, 12/18/2009
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Re: [MSAR] People Boots,
IRVIN LICHTENSTEIN, 12/18/2009
- Re: [MSAR] People Boots, Una Smith, 12/18/2009
- Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?, Una Smith, 12/18/2009
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[MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
Jorene Downs, 12/18/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
IRVIN LICHTENSTEIN, 12/19/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
Una Smith, 12/19/2009
- Re: [MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?, Lila Corey, 12/19/2009
- Re: [MSAR] Gear-boots, and cost. life, etc., IRVIN LICHTENSTEIN, 12/20/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
Una Smith, 12/19/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Boots / Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
IRVIN LICHTENSTEIN, 12/19/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
Lila Corey, 12/18/2009
- Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?, IRVIN LICHTENSTEIN, 12/18/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
emboote, 12/18/2009
- Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?, Laurie Hanahan, 12/18/2009
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Re: [MSAR] Are borium snow studs harder on tendons/joints?,
ALLEN SNYDER, 12/18/2009
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