Hey folks,
Yeah I know the request for steel toed hiking boots is a bit weird, but hear me out.
I like to hike in trail runners but when the weather turns cold or wet, I get out my old pair of waterproof boots from high school that really need to be replaced.
Jump to now, I just got a job that requires I have steel-toe boots, or at least boots with toe protection. My budget can't justify getting new boots just for hiking, but I can justify spending a bit extra for boots I can use both at the work site and on the trail. Do you all have recommendations for boots that may serve my needs? Online reviews don't really go over this stuff and I don't necessarily trust what companies market as "steel toe hiking boots" without backup confirmation.
Bonus points: I have flat feet. =(
oh, and budget is $100-$150. I may be able to stretch that if the boots are really worth it, but that's gonna be difficult.
thanks