[pct-l] Re: pct-l-digest V1 #1349

        Yearly hikes on the JMT of the 150-200 mile variety follow a busy tax 
season as a CPA. The problem:  without the benefit of even a minimal daily 
conditioning regimen of 1 hour/ 4 miles preceding the hike, how to 
immediately hike 15-20 miles the first day and every day for the 2 week 
period, as comfortably as possible. Personal weight of 195 lbs ( Monte class 
) with a pack weight of  30 lb. requires the solid support of quality hiking 
boots. The key is the addition of fitted insoles ( " Super Feet ") . I fit 
the insole to the inside of the entire boot, but leaving it 1/2 inch short 
for " slide room ", thereby transferring friction heat from the bottom of my 
foot to the insole and boot . Add Smart Wool socks and 2 good hiking poles 
and the difference is magnifique. Running shoes provide none of the needed 
support for me and aren't even close.
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