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SteveElms73
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I picked up a pair of these (see link below) last year and they are AMAZING! I get cold feet very easily and these things are hands-down the warmest things I've ever had on my feet. Easy on and easy off, good for deep snow, and perfect for lazing around camp.
MEC Expedition Booties
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SevenofNine
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Thanks,for basically $50 you can't do wrong.
I do wonder what you use for footwear that you feel you need to change out of?
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PortageKeeper
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quote SevenofNine: "Joel, I think I my question was poorly worded. My apologies if I offended."
Not offended at all.
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PortageKeeper
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quote thebotanyguy: "These seem to be a good value, and a testimonial from an esteemed member counts for a lot. I noticed that the liners are not included and not available. What are you using for lining the boots?
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I use regular Sorel liners from my other boots. What's great is that there is plenty of room to add the felt insoles, which add a lot of warmth. They have a very sturdy zipper, but unfortunately do not have a closed tongue. There is however a storm flap behind the zipper.
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PortageKeeper
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quote SevenofNine: "Thanks,for basically $50 you can't do wrong.
I do wonder what you use for footwear that you feel you need to change out of?
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Sometimes ski boots, sometimes winter hiking boots. Regardless, my feet sweat whether they are cold or warm and the boots lose r-value, then the dogs are cold. Also, there is always that chance of stepping through into water/slush that's over the tops of the boots.
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thebotanyguy
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These seem to be a good value, and a testimonial from an esteemed member counts for a lot. I noticed that the liners are not included and not available. What are you using for lining the boots?
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PortageKeeper
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I've posted this link in the past and thought that I'd pass it along again, as more people are doing winter camping each year.
One of my experiences in doing winter trips is that once I get to my destination, I want to change out of my traveling footwear (which are usually damp at best), into something dry and warm. These G.I. Mukluks are one of the best options that I have found. They are light weight and very packable. Lots of comfort and tall enough for trudging through deep snow to retrieve firewood. And best of all, the price is right. The tops are canvas after all, so one might want to treat them with something that will repel water. They are sturdy enough that if you had to, you could travel in them.
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SevenofNine
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Joel, I think I my question was poorly worded. My apologies if I offended.
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