[Paddlewise] Swellies vs Chotas

From: James <jimtibensky_at_fastmail.fm>
Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2003 11:54:17 -0500
I have used my Chotas for three long kayak trips in Greenland [Aasiaat,
Qanaaq and Kulusuk, if anyone cares].  I never put anything on my feet on
any trips but the boots.  I have the cheapest mukluk style.  Hiking on
rocks and pebbles was no problem for my very tender feet.  I did a lot of
climbing and walking, the longest walk was probably about two hours. 

I intentionally got the boots a little large and wear very heavy fleece
socks over sock liners.  Warm feet, good cushion.

I have a pair of Swellies as well.  I bought them fitted to my real shoe
size a little better, so I only use them in warmer weather or on trips
where I don't expect to do a lot of hiking.  I find no difference in
performance.

Jim Tibensky
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