Life expectancy of a hiking boot.
How long should a pair of hiking boots last? I've had people tell me their leather boots have lasted 10 years or more. But boot life is primarily a function of mileage. Although the type of trail, your weight and the characteristics of your gait may affect boot life, it probably makes the most sense to talk about boot life in terms of miles.
A good mid-weight pair of all-leather boots should last 1000 to 1500 miles. A lightweight pair of leather and fabric boots should last 800-1200 miles, and a pair of sneakers is probably only good for 500-800 miles.
Of course, as they say, your mileage may vary.
How long should a pair of hiking boots last? I've had people tell me their leather boots have lasted 10 years or more. But boot life is primarily a function of mileage. Although the type of trail, your weight and the characteristics of your gait may affect boot life, it probably makes the most sense to talk about boot life in terms of miles.
A good mid-weight pair of all-leather boots should last 1000 to 1500 miles. A lightweight pair of leather and fabric boots should last 800-1200 miles, and a pair of sneakers is probably only good for 500-800 miles.
Of course, as they say, your mileage may vary.
posted by Greg Witt | 10:44 PM
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