Trail Runners vs Boots vs Sandals For Backpacking (plus Socks, Camp Shoes, Gaiters, etc.)

00:00 Hey y’all
00:44 Hiking Boots (Pros and Cons)
03:56 Buying Options
05:55 Trail Runners (Pros and Cons)
07:12 Mids
07:35 Zero Drop and Wide Toe Box
09:48 Gore-tex
10:50 Sandals
13:12 How to Find the Right Fit
15:32 Insoles and Inserts
16:50 Lock Laces
17:34 Camp Shoes
19:27 Socks
19:29 Materials
20:23 Weight and Length
24:51 Gaiters

Army Research Institute Study: https://apps.dtic.mil/dtic/tr/fulltex...

Video on Goretex:    • Why I Don't Use Gore-Tex Footwear  

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