I like Alpine Approach shoes for hiking these days. You can get them

without GTX. My go to brands are La Sportiva, Millet and Mammut currently, but I still have some Salewa's that I wear from time to time depending on the mood du jour. The trick is to try these things on and go with what fits. (I'm a bit on the medium to narrow side.)

Also, fit the shoe to the terrain you're planning on walking...more rocky, requires a stiffer mid-sole, but if you're mostly hanging out on the east side of VA, a lighter more light hiker should work nicely.

In response to this post by EDGEMAN

Posted: 10/14/2020 at 10:42PM

Looking for hiking shoes, what brands & models should I look at? -- EDGEMAN 10/14/2020 9:24PM

I love my Oboz. Founder was from RVA, too. -- Riverguy 10/15/2020 8:19PM

Haven't tried on a pair yet, but they just feel "substantial" -- EDGEMAN 10/16/2020 07:23AM

Check out Oboz Firebrand II if you need something for greater distance -- Upwind of uva 10/15/2020 10:35AM

Thanks! Will definitely look at those too. -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 10:36AM

I have both the sawtooth and firebrand. Like the firebrand more -- Upwind of uva 10/15/2020 11:03AM

I was in REI for a pickup, and wandered to the shoe section to look... -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 7:37PM

I saw the firebrand II on their website, so maybe it's just an inventory -- Upwind of uva 10/16/2020 08:37AM

I was just typing that question when I saw your reply -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 11:21AM

Vasque are the best I have ever owned, I have had 3 Pairs. ** -- Betabeachbum 10/15/2020 10:12AM

I had a pair of Vasques that was from Italy. I wore those out. -- Guy LeDouche 10/15/2020 2:12PM

I've had Merrell Moab Ventilators for years. Work great. Designed to -- 86TechHokie 10/15/2020 10:03AM

Thanks! I understand what I'm getting with non-Gore-Tex shoes -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 10:36AM

I went with the Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX back in July -- B777Fr8Dog 10/15/2020 12:36AM

I like Alpine Approach shoes for hiking these days. You can get them -- Vtskier1 10/14/2020 10:42PM

Definitely looking for a shoe to wear in the mountains... -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 08:28AM

Well...didn't want to get too technical on why I have so many pairs, but... -- Vtskier1 10/15/2020 2:19PM

I have a few pair too, but they aren't quite as "specialized" as your... -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 3:07PM

Nice...If you want a large toe box, then you might also look at the Altra -- Vtskier1 10/15/2020 4:06PM

If you like those Asolos you posted the other day, you might try Oboz. -- Hokie360 10/14/2020 10:05PM

On my second pair of Oboz. I like 'em. ** -- Guy LeDouche 10/15/2020 09:52AM

Guy- see my post above. You'll get a kick out of it. -- Riverguy 10/15/2020 8:21PM

I'll try those on my next trip to REI. -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 08:31AM

Found this: The 6 Best Hiking Boots And Shoes For Big Guys -- EDGEMAN 10/14/2020 10:05PM

Does anyone know the guy in the 3rd picture? -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 09:58AM

Moab 2 are very comfortable FWIW. ** -- UTPr0sim 10/14/2020 9:55PM

Will probably look at the Oboz Sawtooth II too. -- EDGEMAN 10/14/2020 9:50PM

FWIW - I posted above before seeing this post. ** -- Hokie360 10/14/2020 10:12PM

Really recommend these (inside) -- FfxStationHokie 10/14/2020 9:48PM

Plenty of toe room in those shoes. Looks comfortable! ** -- EDGEMAN 10/15/2020 08:31AM

Yep. If you get those, you won't need any moleskins. ** -- Guy LeDouche 10/15/2020 09:49AM

...or pick up a pair of... -- chumley 10/14/2020 10:39PM

Ones on the right are only good for Wednesdays ,.. ** -- okiehokie1 10/15/2020 05:13AM

I’ve have 2 different pairs of the merrell mqm flex 1,2 -- skinsvt 10/14/2020 9:40PM

I like Alpine Approach shoes for hiking these days. You can get them

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