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I haven't walked a lot of consecutive miles in them. The midwest weather hasn't allowed for that but for "regular" 25km walks they are good. I like the lugs on the sole and the three different foams in the heel.
I too am a Topo convert. I switched from Altra most recently. For my next adventure I have purchased the Traverse. I have not had to size up but I generally wear my shoes "roomy". I have plenty of length to descend without touching the front. You won't be disappointed.
For years I have taken two packs to a commercial laundromat. Find one of the oversized load machines and lay the packs in straight. I have all the buckles fastened. Wash on cold. Remove and air dry. It has worked every time without damage to the packs. We have 35 and 40 liter packs.
I have just finished walking the Via Postumia and Via Degli Dei using a Ferrino Agile 35. I like it. The waist belt is on the narrow side but other than that it has worked well.
I have worn all three of the Altra models you have asked about. I am currently walking the Via Postumia in the new Olympus waterproof shoes. I think they have more cushion in the heel and don’t feel at all unstable. I am a physical therapist and had my hip replaced 6 months ago so had to be...
I was excited about the LP6 when I heard it was coming out. I had a chance to try it on at REI last week. I didn't buy them because they felt sloppy on me. I have had LP5 and LP4 and LP3 so I am pretty acquainted with them. If you try them, I would not increase in size. Good luck with your...
I have had the Odyssey for about two years. They aren’t something I would walk long distances in. They would be a good option for walking in the evening as they are light weight. I too have walked many days in my original Chacos but these wouldn’t work for me.
I re-sealed my seams with the iron on tape. Low temperature iron and using a cotton cloth to protect the nylon. So far so good. The curved seams are a little more difficult but manageable.
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