Re: [at-l] Wussy Ankles

> I've suspected that this is similar to the old high top v. low top PF
> Flyers controversy of a few decades back. I am not sure there is any
> real additional support from the higher topped boots, as I managed to
> turn an ankle at least once every other day on a walk. Usually, this is
> due to loose footing rather than my weakness. I suspect the idea of
> high top boots lies in:
>  1) a myth/desire for better ankle support,
>  2) keeping rocks, rain and snakes out of our ankles,
>  3) and tradition/fashion. (What looks better than a hikerbabe with
> great looking boots?)
>
> I've walked a few miles in my low top Hy-Teks. I don't think they are
> as durable or comfortable as my Vasque Clarions. The ultra light folks
> like several trail running shoes. The 803's (?) seem to get the most
> general kudos. I suspect rain and water is the enemy of low tops, with
> more room for error in high tops.
>
> I am trying hard to find a way to connect this to Florida and the
> election to get it back on political topic. I couldn't do it. Drat.
>
> Bill Thorneloe
>
> --- kahley7 <kahley7@ptd.net> wrote:
> > Just wondering if, by lacing on those high tops, are we cheating our
> > ankles?
> > I put on my boots for the first time all summer and the switch from
> > the 'sneakers'
> > I've been using was awful.  I felt like I was sloshing thru wet
> > concrete.  So I ask, why
> > do we wear such heavy footwear?  Why not train to strengthen our
> > ankles instead?
>
>
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