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  1. SirRon

    Don't buy a backpack!

    Sorry for the bump but I figure the regulars would appreciate that than me creating a new one. Great post. My daughters bought me the Osprey Talon 44 they saw me try on at a store. That was 2 years ago and due to the Pandemic and other life events, I finally get to go this year. I know now...
  2. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Funny thing about me posting this but after finally getting to a really nice shoe store, I ended up getting a pair of Brooks haha.
  3. SirRon

    Hiking poles vs staff

    Robo, I have a question. I occasionally get bad cases of tendonitis in my arm (Good ol Tennis Elbow) the amount of pressure you mentioned to push yourself up the hill makes me worry that it might cause me some issues. What do you think? Can you "feel it" in your forearms when using them?
  4. SirRon

    Hiking poles vs staff

    You just convinced me to get a staff. I've always wanted to be a wizard.
  5. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    I don’t think so but and for regular walking I think they would be fine. I might just be paranoid anoth blisters and decided to try out the Olympus:
  6. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    I totally lied about my last shoe conversation haha. I wore the Speedgoat 5s for a few days and returned them thinking the wide would be fine. I still decided I didn't like the toe box so I'm searching for some Altra Olympus now. I liked everything about the Lone Peaks but the thickness of the...
  7. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Nah I have worn them. They feel great to me. Just more interested in Bondis feedback
  8. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    June 2023 CF from SJPDP
  9. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    I have some Altras but the Hokas feel better on my feet. It's all personal preference of course.
  10. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Okay i think you're right. I think I'll stick with the Speedgoats due to the Megagrip soles. It doesn't look like the Bondis have it
  11. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    Speedgoats have been my favorite so far. Haven't worn the Bondi's. They have more cushion so that's probably one factor. I'll double check about the megagrip soles. Good point.
  12. SirRon

    Hoka Shoe Owners: Speedgoat 5 or the Bondi 8?

    last shoe question ever. :D I am going to go try both on but before I do, just curious what your thoughts were on both!
  13. SirRon

    Practiced with some gear at Walt Disney World...

    I can see that. I like Disney in doses haha.
  14. SirRon

    Practiced with some gear at Walt Disney World...

    That's my plan. I'll just keep using the Lone Peaks I have for training. Then a few weeks prior I'll switch to the Olympus. I will try them on and make sure I like them first but just limit the miles on them!
  15. SirRon

    Practiced with some gear at Walt Disney World...

    My 14 yr old daughter had her Make a Wish trip last week at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. She has adjusted well to her new medication and lifestyle after her cardiac arrest 18 months ago. (She has a rare genetic heart condition called Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular...
  16. SirRon

    People with Altra Lone Peak shoes

    haha I think I want that child too. Ihave adjusted to walking in the Lone Peaks and agree toe box is awesome but It doesn't have enough cushion for me to walk the Camino :)
  17. SirRon

    People with Altra Lone Peak shoes

    Thank you. I'll probably try the Olympus next and see how they do.
  18. SirRon

    People with Altra Lone Peak shoes

    Thank you!
  19. SirRon

    People with Altra Lone Peak shoes

    Yeah I wish I had bought those the first time. I was just going by recommendations. I'm out in a rural area with no outdoor stores in less than 90 minutes away. With a full time job, marriage , kids and way too many animals, just didn't have the time to go somewhere to try or. Or I was being...
  20. SirRon

    People with Altra Lone Peak shoes

    Who knew so many comments about one particular brand of shoes? haha. I'm glad for the information though!

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