Papa Bear
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I just bought a pair of Lowa Alpine Guides from Sierra Trading Post. They were a great bargain ($150 which is $80 off) since they are a closeout. My last couple of pairs of boots have been lighter weight Gortex which required little or no break in. These are all leather and are heavier weight and so they are a bit stiff. I haven't had all leather boots since Boy Scouts, so here goes:
1) Break in: I'm wearing them a little every day. So far so good. They are quite snug but fit well. Question: can I put something on the leather to soften it so the boots will "form fit" to my feet while I break them in? (Sort of like the Native Americans soaking their new mocasins in water and then wearing them.)
2) Care: are waterproofing stuff like Sno Seal or Nikewax adequate for long term leather care? Part of the uppers behind the achilles are nylon. Should I slop the waterproofing on this part too? (see picture).
3) If I like them, I may buy another pair while they last. If I do, should I alternate the two pairs (like I do for running shoes), or just save the second pair for the future? If I save them for the future, how should I keep them (treat them? store them in a plastic bag? Whatever?)
Here's a picture:
Thanks
Pb
1) Break in: I'm wearing them a little every day. So far so good. They are quite snug but fit well. Question: can I put something on the leather to soften it so the boots will "form fit" to my feet while I break them in? (Sort of like the Native Americans soaking their new mocasins in water and then wearing them.)
2) Care: are waterproofing stuff like Sno Seal or Nikewax adequate for long term leather care? Part of the uppers behind the achilles are nylon. Should I slop the waterproofing on this part too? (see picture).
3) If I like them, I may buy another pair while they last. If I do, should I alternate the two pairs (like I do for running shoes), or just save the second pair for the future? If I save them for the future, how should I keep them (treat them? store them in a plastic bag? Whatever?)
Here's a picture:
Thanks
Pb
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