- Wear
boots with a substantial heel when riding to prevent the foot from
slipping through the stirrup and getting hung up.
- A slick sole is preferable, but a low-traction
sole can be worn.
- Cowboy boots are the best choice for riding because
they were designed specifically for that purpose, but packer boots
with a low-traction sole are also good and are often preferable
for many Forest Service situations.
- Never wear sneakers or tennis shoes.
![Photo of a man with his foot up on a table displaying the heel on his packer boot.](images/slide031.jpg)
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