The IHF/Viberg Hiker

[jdl1279]

For what it's worth, which isn't much, I use leather laces everywhere I can and rarely see problems. They will stretch over their lifetime, and eventually will break. However I have a pair that have been in use for a decade, that I treat like any other leather. To me, they don't seem to bite your foot like nylon or cotton. I wouldn't suggest pulling on them with great force, but to get around and hike in, I would still prefer the leather.

[Max Power]

Thanks for the reply. As the red ones were a bit stretchy, I think I'll try leather. They shouldn't crack too soon and I have tons of different leather conditioner. But on these boots, I need to pull with great force, so I just ordered the Meindl Superperfekt red laces on top. This should be enough for decades.

[jdl1279]

When I say great force, I mean GREAT force. I keep mine tight, and they handle flex well without over stretching. Maybe try them around town before your trip, if they survive the daily, then I wouldn't hesitate to take them hunting, hiking, or anything else one might do in that boot.

[Finn666]

i somehow was afraid to rip the leather laces when pulling to strong/thight, so I went back to the red laces rather fast!

[Friday]

I don't know how thick the hiker leather laces are, but mine on the service boots ripped while tightening during a walk. Luckily it's long enough. Anyway, I might condition it a bit with waxes hoping that it'll help moisten and maybe last longer.

Congrats on that boots MaxP!! Enjoy

[Giles]

I don't use leather laces on anything that may leave me up shit creek without a paddle miles from home if it busts (which it will - and with much less notice than a nylon lace).

[derivative666]

^G is correct to not use leather laces on your hikers. Max like yourself I am a big time hiker and leather laces will fail on you when you least expect it.

[Max Power]

Ok, thanks again for the feedback. I see, I was right to order Meindl laces.

[Max Power]

Today. They're getting comfy.

[derivative666]

Great news how many wears?

[Finn666]

how are the new laces mate?

[Max Power]

It was their first wear for more than just a few minutes around the house. (As I said, I need them broken in in six weeks). We were out 5-6 hours and they softened up noticeable. Just the outer toes had some pressure, but no blatter or the like. I ordered Red Wing leather laces and ripped them at the second wear. Now I use the Meindl laces - a bit less flexible and really great built. I'll stick with those.

[Cutlasshound]

Agree with the others I wouldn't use leather ones personally. Had a few fail on me in the past! Plus I really like the contrast between the red and brown

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[Max Power]

Hey Guys,

quick but huge update from my hiking trip. The Vibergs are doing a perfect job - they fit perfect now and are by far the best hiking shoes I ever had in all possible ways.

I'm really surprised that I'm still able to do the big tours and my girlfriend as well. Bad thing: I want to move back to the alps so bad, it breaks my heart.

See you again soon!

[derivative666]

Unreal photos, now I wanna move there as well. Please keep'em coming.

[Giles]

Brilliant, brilliant pics Max…..

[Max Power]

Thank you. Still here for one week, so I'll keep spamming…zipping my pine brandy on the balcony now. Cheers

[Giles]

@Max:

Still here for one week, so I'll keep spamming.

TFFT

[twin]

Fantastic pics Max Power. Some day I have to get to the Alps. Beautiful landscape photos.

[rocket]

man, excellent stuff, enjoy your time….