[pct-l] New Balance

[Tortoise]

I am not (yet) a really long distance hiker.
In 2009 I did ~50 miles in NB 1123s and a bit less in 2010 in a second pair 
of them. I also wear them when walking and hiking on local trails through 
out the year, usually without a backpack load. In my experience they stand 
up quite well although my use probably is not equivalent to `1000+ miles on 
the PCT. I am satisfied with their durability and life.

I selected these because they fit my feet -- which very few models and/or 
styles of shoes do. My feet are wide in the toes and ball of foot and a 
narrow heel. The New Balance shoes that fit fairly well use the SL2 last so 
that is the first test. New Balance shoes are about the only ones that come 
in various widths and I currently wear a 4E. For more on lasts, etc. look 
thru the archives.

Tortoise

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On 12/22/10 16:49, dan kayser wrote:
>
> If anyone has hiked in the New Balance 876 trail running shoes or other NB trail runners your opinions would be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dan 		 	   		
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