Test Driving the New Boots

After spending a rather large sum on the boots I really hoped I had chosen the right ones. But only time in the boots will tell!

Friday - Treadmill Test
As odd as it seems I went down the gym to spend an hour on the treadmill in the boots. The idea being that if the boots have not been worn outside they will let you take them back. My hands still have blisters from the ‘trying on’ session last week so my biggest challenge was doing up the laces! Once I had mastered the special army boy knots I was ready to see how the boots performed.

Although I found it incredibly boring just walking on an incline with a countdown clock in front of me, I finished the session with no blisters and no real pain. I also didn’t know you can put treadmills on a decline setting – might use that as an easy option when next running!

Saturday - Muddy Test
It was pretty grim outside but the weather man said it would be worse today - so I wrapped myself up, waterproofs on and set out to see how the boots felt after several hours wear. I was enjoying stamping in puddles like a big kid when I remembered I had forgotten to treat the boots – whoops!

I thought I would be pretty bored walking on my own but actually ‘time out’ was just what I needed. Listening to my trusty iPod, the lovely views along the Thames path (heading away from London) and crisp fresh air was actually rather pleasant.

I returned home several hours later with not so shiny new boots and still no blisters. So far, so good - looks like I made a good choice with the boots.

Future Walks
I do think I will get rather bored of walking on my own so if anyone fancies getting out in the country for some weekend walking please let me know!