These Boots Are Made for Walkin'

I went over to my local Hudson Trail Outfitters to stock up on supplies, particularly a good pair of boots. Got some Asolo TPS 520 GVs--expensive, rugged boots that actually look like they're built for hiking. I was surprised how many so-called hiking boots look like running shoes on steroids, with lots of nylon mesh. I wanted real-looking boots. These Asolo bad boys should do the trick. I've been gradually breaking them in with two-, three-mile walks, although, surprisingly they need little breaking in, and though they look very heavy, they are lightweight.

Stocked up on all kinds of hiking accoutrements. Most important items purchased: the right underwear. I found that out the hard way: 7 miles of walking, wearing regular undies, rubbing the same spot the wrong way a gillion times over, leads to nasty sore spots. Say no more on that subject.

I'll be packing light, however. Wear one outfit, wash it out; wear a second outfit, then wash it out. Repeat. Will probably only take one dress shirt, one sport coat, and one bow tie.