It takes more than good boots

August 2011

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August 2011

Walking boots in amongst fresh green grass. Photo: Deb Hurdle
Consider how much time you spend thinking about which tramping boots to buy, trying them on and breaking them in. Are they a good fit, do they have good ankle support, will they protect me if I roll my ankle on a tree root? All good things to consider – sturdy well fitting footwear is […]

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