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KnuckleBuckett

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Re: Backpacking footwear
« Reply #15 on: March 31, 2007, 03:19:34 PM »
Hey an update on the Asolos.

They have worked out well.  They are a breed apart from my old Ecco hikers.  the Eccos were much softer and less protective but have a more shoe like feel. The Asolos are like body armor.  They can take a huge amount of abuse without letting anything into your foot.  Tough!  Much stiffer sole, much more durable.  Extremely well padded, ventilated, and the ankle fit is unsurpassed. 

However.  The insert padding is crap.  I immediately replaced the factory inserts with aftermarket versions by Sole.  I lile the green ones with the gell ones on top of them.   

No break in required.  Fit well and have not rubbed or blistered my  pussy-soft feet.  Can be slippery on an oily hard surface floor.  The Eccos really grabbed well on the same surface.  I thiunk it is due to the harder rubber (Vibram) the Asolos use.

Good boots. 9/10

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Re: Backpacking footwear
« Reply #16 on: March 31, 2007, 06:26:51 PM »
Cool but...

With my Asolos, the heels are removable.  One has a Derringer and four bullets in it, and the other has a lockpick, C4, and a square of duct tape.

Oh and the soles are so boyant that you can walk across calm waters (just don't get flipped upside down!!!).