The last couple of months have been hell health wise, Firstly i broke my small toe, Nearly ripped it off running through the house with no shoes on, I caught it on the door post, No extended walking for 6 weeks i was told by my doctor, My wife has had heart problems as well as carpal tunnel, So she had a double carpal surgery meaning she did not have the use of either hand so that meant she relied on me 100%, Then when she was fit to go i went in for a triple surgery to my right shoulder, Its been less than 3 weeks since my surgery but things are looking good, I have good movement although i still cannot lift a heavy load, Another 4 weeks until my shoulder should be pretty much 100%, So today i had a walk around my neighborhood, 4 miles on tarmac roads, Not very inspiring but a start, I tried my new boots for the first time, Even though the weather is too hot for them (leather and gortex) i was happy in that they are very comfortable, Its the first time i have had a proper pair of heafty hiking boots, My biggest problem being that my ankles are very skinny and high boots tend to rub there, I am glad to say that my new boots have very soft leather around the ankle, I will take some time to break them in properly but i have a year and with cooler weather on its way i should be able to get some miles on them over the next few months in proper trail, conditions, I purchased the boots from REI, A great place to buy any outdoor gear as being a member you get a year to take it back if it does not fit your needs, The boots are made in Italy are made by Zamberlan, At around $300 they are not cheap but they ooze quality and look like they will last an awful long time, So far so good
Whilst i was in REI i noticed that they had some North Face thermoball jackets for sale and i quickly nabbed one in TNF red which will nicely match my North face TNF red shell, The thermoball jacket in the Northface store is $199, I paid $138, I have the equivilant from Eddie Baur which i love but it seemed too good a price to miss, As will all things North face its very good quality and its always nice to snag a bargain
Dave
