Swede,

I would agree with what DPhillips stated with only one reservation; that being bad knees and plastic boots. I thought my days were pretty much over in the mountains for any serious stuff. A friend suggested I try plastic boots, so as a last resort I bought a pair of Koflach "Degre" boots. The results(for me) have been remarkable; so remarkable that I wear them almost all of the time(with different combinations of socks/booties). They have been a godsend for me. Working on my second set of laces.

My real passion is the Mountain Grizz; it just so happens sheep are there, too. DP is right on in his assessment of sheep hunting. For me? I live for my six to eight weeks in the Brooks Range.

Joe