u/Hungry_Town2682

Hey guys I am an extremely experienced hiker from the Midwest. Recently my hiking partner has been refusing to wear boots in favor of trail runners. I’m not going to lie this broke my heart. I am so scared about his ankles. Those trail runners have no ankle support at all. Not to mention they aren’t water proof. Is it dangerous to be out on the trails with him? Can I reach out to his mother to explain how much of a risk he is taking? Hikers in movies and commercials always wear boots so I know it’s the right call.

Respect your elders. Back in the day those hardcore climbers put in the work so that you didn’t have to. They worked so hard to get FA’s on all the best roadside climbs in the country. The vision these guys had… they would walk around the Yosemite parking lot, see a new crack, climb it, and gain eternal influence over that piece of rock. These guys sacrificed their careers and after spending their youth wasting away in the valley, they had no choice but to buy houses in cheap places like Boulder Colorado and Bishop. You should submit to them completely. The way they did things is the only right way. They own the rock. If they didn’t put bolts in the route it’s because they aren’t needed and if you want bolts it’s because you’re not as tough as they are.