PORTALFIELD Takahashi
In the first part,"What is the best recommended shoe?" "One shoe size"I told you.
I think that I feel that it is more important than anything when choosing good shoes how I fit my feet.
Then, continue"XNUM X things to be careful when choosing climbing shoes and trekking shoes",2 and 3I will check the
Know 2 Flex
So-called climbing shoes and trekking shoesThe hardness (flex) of the sole that is said to be sole changes with shoes.
Let's look at comparing each feature.
Hard flex
Recently, the weight of equipment has generally been reduced, but in generalThe relatively heavy equipment such as climbing tent tent equipment, rocky and rocky belts, the harder the road, the harder the sole is suitable.
Such climbing shoes and trekking shoesHigh cut or middle cutThere is a lot of things, the weight of the shoes tend to be rather heavy. PhotoHigh cutIt is shoes of
This isMiddle cutType of
AisenCan be installedMountaineering shoes corresponding to mountain climbing during the deep winter and snow seasonAre in these categories,High cutThere are a lot of things.
Incidentally AisenIn a wordAnti-slip when walking on snow or iceis. Attached to the shoe, the metal blade bites into the ice and snow surface, providing an anti-slip effect.
Except for some Eisen, to wearNeed a shoe compatible with Eisenis. In addition, since there is a kind in Eisen depending on how it is attached, such as One Touch Eisen and Semi One Touch Eisen, it is recommended to consult the shop staff at the time of purchase.
This is "LOWA"Mountain Expert GTX EVO Ws'
This is a mountain climbing shoe for winter (for snowy mountains) corresponding to the deep winter season.Ladies modelIt is a pair.
When you look at your toes, you can see something like a catch,One touch cramponThe installation of is possible.
Low-cut, solid sole shoes
Keiichi Kaneko
General Manager Sakaiya Sports Headquarters
PORTALFIELD Expert
When wearing low-cut hard soles, I would especially like to check if the heels are floating.
This is,LOWA (Rover) approach pro GT
The shoes themselves are in the genre of approach shoes,Low-cut products with a stiff soleIt was a model that I had suggested to Saito when I consulted.
It used to be a long time ago. I do not have much now, this type of te
Yuichi Saito
Manager of Sakaiya Sports Shoes Hall
PORTALFIELD Expert
(from beforeLow-cut shoes with a stiff soleIt was helpful because I was wondering what kind of thing there was. )
Soft flex
Contrary to the stiff flex, if the equipment is light and you want to walk lightly, etc.Moderately soft flex shoes make walking easier. The weight of the shoes also tends to be lighter.
MERRELL's Chameleon XNUM X GTX
As above,Soft soleThe model you suggested when you asked.
The staff at the outdoor shop, such as a mountain climbing equipment specialty store, can advise what kind of flex is appropriate when, so if you are confused about choosing which shoes are best for your application Let's do it.
Of course, you can also get a budget consultation.
3 Optimal fit
Well, depending on the purpose of the activity,Shoes size,flexI understand that is an important point.
It will finally be a trial wear.
Some shops use a dedicated device to measure the size of your feet.
Move the foot on a slope or a road surface imitating a mountain road to check the comfort.
However,The width and shape of the foot and the height of the instep are different for each person, so it may not be easy to find shoes that fit perfectly with your foot from the beginning.
In such a case,Socks,Insole (Insole)The sense of wearing changes greatly by adjusting the combination of.
Some shops have socks for trial wear, and you can try the comfort when combining the socks and shoes.
Sohei Iwasaki
Sakaiya Sports Shoes Co., Ltd.
PORTALFIELD Expert
In the case of fittingOptimal fitLet's try various combinations that can be obtained.
Not only socks but also some mountaineering equipment stores and outdoor shopsThere are also staff who can do various proposals including size adjustment about insoleBecause,If you are not satisfied with the fit, it is also a good idea to consult such a shop from the beginning, including choosing your shoes.
There are various shops in various places,Jinbocho in TokyoIt is in"Sakaiya Sports"ToStores that specialize in shoes onlyThe PORTALFIELD staff also advises you on adjustments and maintenance.
Important gear, essential for activities such as climbing, hiking and walking"Climbing shoes" "Trekking shoes"
Please find a pair of the best for yourself.
Supervisor Sakaiya Sports Co., Ltd. Keiichi Kaneko
Composition / sentence PORTALFIELD Kohei Takahashi
