For anyone that is in the market for a good pair of hiking boots, Sierra Trading Post has the Asolo FSN 95 Hiking Boots on sale.
Asolo FSN 95 Hiking Boots - Waterproof Gore-Tex® (For Men) - Save 32%
Sierra - $115
Campmor - $150
REI - still full price at $170.
This is the third pair of Asolo FSN 95 I've bought. Very comfortable right out of the box. Never had one blister. Feet stay dry. Best part, warm water, a soft brush and the boots clean up to almost new looking. My only concern, my second pair's soles wore down quicker than the first ones. (I have gained some weight since the first pair. Could be a factor. I still have the first pair I use out on the farm.)
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