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Max
I'm an avid backpacker and am trying to decide on a new boot. I have it narrowed down to 3. I carry heavy loads, but want the all around usability of a lighter, technical boots to jump from boulder to boulder. I don't need an alpine boot, but something a little bit warmer for winter use would be good as well. Which boot would you get and why (price is not an issue):
Kayland Contact Rev
The website has little info on them. They appear to be high quality and have lots of "tech features" but I haven't heard of the company much before. Are they good quality?
Merrell Outbound Leather Upper mid
I have owned a few pairs of Merrell's before and been very happy with them. I like how these pair are also crampon compatible as I plan to start getting into Ice climbing. I've seen a few reviews that say these aren't the best in the waterproofing department and that scares me a bit.
Mammut Granite GTX
I like how these are designed as technical hiking shoes. I'm just not sure about how they'll work with heavy loads and I don't know much about the company.
Answer
Your ultimate goal is to keep your feet happy and you should make your decision on which boots fits you best.
I personally love Merell for its fit but I can second the problems with their waterproofing. I had 2 pairs and both started to leak on me half way through the season. They make a great summer boot but I would not recommend them for the winter of if hiking in wetter climate.
I do not own Mammut boots but I have several pieces of their clothing and climbing gear and I am very happy with them. A friend of mine took some of their gear for a trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp and love it. They are a solid company and if the boot fits you and satisfies your other requirements, I would feel comfortable with purchasing it.
Unfortunatelly I do not have any experience with Kayland Company but the boot seems well built and strong enough for backpacking.
Generally if you're looking for something year around, GORE TEX is way to go as it guarantees the best waterproofing. I use my Montrail Gore Tex Backpacking boot for 4 years now (4 season hiking and backpacking) and they work great.
http://www.montrail.com/Product.aspx?prod=158&cat=220&top=2
If you're looking into ice climbing in the future, you will need to get more sturdy boots for that as the crampon compatibility is crucial for the sport. You don't have a space for error while hanging on frozen waterfall.
Your ultimate goal is to keep your feet happy and you should make your decision on which boots fits you best.
I personally love Merell for its fit but I can second the problems with their waterproofing. I had 2 pairs and both started to leak on me half way through the season. They make a great summer boot but I would not recommend them for the winter of if hiking in wetter climate.
I do not own Mammut boots but I have several pieces of their clothing and climbing gear and I am very happy with them. A friend of mine took some of their gear for a trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp and love it. They are a solid company and if the boot fits you and satisfies your other requirements, I would feel comfortable with purchasing it.
Unfortunatelly I do not have any experience with Kayland Company but the boot seems well built and strong enough for backpacking.
Generally if you're looking for something year around, GORE TEX is way to go as it guarantees the best waterproofing. I use my Montrail Gore Tex Backpacking boot for 4 years now (4 season hiking and backpacking) and they work great.
http://www.montrail.com/Product.aspx?prod=158&cat=220&top=2
If you're looking into ice climbing in the future, you will need to get more sturdy boots for that as the crampon compatibility is crucial for the sport. You don't have a space for error while hanging on frozen waterfall.
Help identifying this TREK road bike please---?
ronjon9000
I bought this bike many many years ago off EBAY ( well, roughly 8 years ago anyway ). I paid around 600 for it and have really enjoyed owning it. I would like to sell it, but I really dont know much about it, other than the fact it its a TREK 2300 carbon fiber road bike, and Im assuming it was manufactured in the early to mid-90's
Can anyone tell me the year this bike was made? And roughly what it might have cost new? And if theres anyone out there that can give me a rough idea of what I should try to sell it for, I would be EXTREMELY grateful because I really dont have a clue. Thank you very much!!!
Please click here to see the bike:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/41656036@N04/
Answer
Definitely 1993 model. I have one myself. Trek actually teamed up with a mountain bike company, which had success with bonding carbon to aluminum lugs. They used fiberglass to insulate the epoxy, so that it wouldn't galvanize. Other bikes like the Specialized Allez Epic had problems dis-bonding at the bottom bracket. There are mixed reviews of this bike, because heavier riders would characterize it as noodly/flexy. I notice it when I'm riding with my backpack on. However, coupled with a modern carbon fork, the bike is probably one of the smoothest rides you can find, even smoother than steel IMO. At ~20 lbs and with Shimano 600 components, it is a very good value bike. It was a mid to high end model, because it was when Trek came out with their high end OCLV carbon bikes.
The fair pricing for classic bikes in my craigslist market typically goes like this:
low end 80s bike with friction shifters - $100 and under
late 80s bike with indexed DT shifters - ~$200
90s bike with Shimano 600 -~$300
90s lugged carbon fiber with Shimano 600 -~$400
On ebay during the summer, it can still go for $500-600. In some communities, it might not sell for such a price. If it was kept in good condition, you may be able to sell it for close to the same price you bought it. Shimano 600 is my favorite group set. I wouldn't sell it for $100; at least in the NC community, $100 is even a good price for just the tricolor Shimano 600 group (Ultegra 6400).
Definitely 1993 model. I have one myself. Trek actually teamed up with a mountain bike company, which had success with bonding carbon to aluminum lugs. They used fiberglass to insulate the epoxy, so that it wouldn't galvanize. Other bikes like the Specialized Allez Epic had problems dis-bonding at the bottom bracket. There are mixed reviews of this bike, because heavier riders would characterize it as noodly/flexy. I notice it when I'm riding with my backpack on. However, coupled with a modern carbon fork, the bike is probably one of the smoothest rides you can find, even smoother than steel IMO. At ~20 lbs and with Shimano 600 components, it is a very good value bike. It was a mid to high end model, because it was when Trek came out with their high end OCLV carbon bikes.
The fair pricing for classic bikes in my craigslist market typically goes like this:
low end 80s bike with friction shifters - $100 and under
late 80s bike with indexed DT shifters - ~$200
90s bike with Shimano 600 -~$300
90s lugged carbon fiber with Shimano 600 -~$400
On ebay during the summer, it can still go for $500-600. In some communities, it might not sell for such a price. If it was kept in good condition, you may be able to sell it for close to the same price you bought it. Shimano 600 is my favorite group set. I wouldn't sell it for $100; at least in the NC community, $100 is even a good price for just the tricolor Shimano 600 group (Ultegra 6400).
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