Appoach shoes

@dunmor, for the snow I wouldn't venture out with approach shoes, go for proper hiking boots and wear with gaiters. If there is no snow, no probs with low cut boots, but as things are currently in the Berg its not a good idea. Go for something with Gortex and Vibram soles and you generally have an acceptable boot (Salomon have their own sole which is also very good).

splatacat wrote: Where is the best place to buy that waterproofing stuff and how do you apply it to a boot that has never had it on, is there a special way or just spray it on and leave it?

Some manufactruers say you shouldnt do this, others say you can. Nikwx is well know for water-proofing: www.nikwax.com/en-gb/activity/index.php?activity=OUTDOORS&item=FOOTWEAR