[at-l] Boots and Blisters <WAYYYY ON TOPIC>

[askowronek at mindspring.com (amy)]

On Wednesday, September 22, 2004, at 07:38  AM, ellen wrote:

> ."...I'd expect these shoes to be good for 300-500 miles, as they
> would be if used for running."
>
> I'm fascinated by this trend towards 500-mile boots. Custom Limmers, I 
> suspect, would last for at least two thru hikes -- even more with a 
> bit of care and maybe new soles.

They might last, but I doubt they'd fit.  Bodies change too much.

As evidence I hold up the two pair of custom riding boots I've had 
made.  They
fit great when I got them..  and they're still in good condition, but 
sadly I can't
wear them.

-amy