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Which is the better shoe? Best Answer 5 *?

Okay, I'm going shoe shopping tomorrow in a sale which probably won't last long, so I need some critical advice: I need a shoe that's perfect for hiking, climbing and general outdoors stuff. I've narrowed it down to two choices:

Option 1) http://www.rivers.com.au/catalogdb/blowuppage.asp?SP=21759&PS=126

Option 2) http://www.rivers.com.au/catalogdb/blowuppage.asp?SP=18380&PS=126

Which looks like it would be the best suited for what I want?

Best detailed answer gets 5 stars.

Neither one of those would be suitable for hiking unless you are going to be on paved trails. The lug pattern will not provide much traction on loose surfaces. Also, the shock cord laces tend not to lock the heel into the shoe which can cause slippage and create blisters. Look for something that has an open lug pattern on the out sole and preferably Vibram.


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