Thread: Bush Huntin-Salomon Trail runners

Done a few trips in Altra Lone peaks, 3 day trips, loaded pack multiple river crossings. They are a wide fit, zero drop large tow box, ok cushioning and grip. Great shoe for 90% of NI bush hunting. Also a popular choice for the Te Arora Trail thru hikers

However they are not that robust, typically I get 12 months out of a pair used as my daily dog walkers and hikers. I have a pair of Altra Olympus zero drop boots to try, I haven't worn then much after shifting to Nelson. Down here I like a firmer boot for the rocks/scree so using Mendels which are bloody heavy by comparison...

Zero drop you need to get use too over time otherwise you will have sore calves, knees, tendons tec.

Ankle strength builds by not having support, ease into using the trail runners, and you naturally build ankle flexibility and strength. I have had no issues with carrying 20kgs plus on typical bush tracks in Kaiwanawas and EBOP bush.

Cheers

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