Aaron, you're just jealous you haven't jumped on the flannel wagon yet

Funny you say that. My son is all about getting a bunch of flannel for our upcoming trip. Must be the new trend. Better than the saggy jeans business.

Fashion flannel! Ha ha, yeah its been coming back into style around my neighborhood, too.

When I was a kid, everyone hated wearing flannel. It was uncomfortable and no one liked the print. Now, every one and their dog (literally, I've seen it) seem to be wearing flannel on the trail. I don't get fashion.

I don't know anything about the Interlaken shoes, but my boyfriend recently got the Nairobi runners. They are listed as trail running shoes, but he uses them for it anyway and I know he really likes them a lot.

I actually do have those shoes. Drum roll"they are fantastic. Not only do they work for trail running, but they are also good when I go off the trail for a good scramble.

I'm wondering how good these shoes are for a serious trail runner. I don't really have to worry about pronation or anything; I just need a quality pair of shoes that can take a beating.

I found out today that each year around 15,000 people attempt to summit Kilimanjaro. I hope this isn't going to be crowded. Not at all what I was expecting"

Ryan thanks for the info, I'll definitely check out the Aqua Force. I like the idea of it being a GPS watch. I think he'll be less likely to lose it on the trail. Weston, I would rather my husband figures out where he is before it gets dark

I am currently using the Aqua Force GPS fitness monitor. After about six months I can honestly say that I am impressed. The reading is accurate and since it is a fitness watch it can also track runs and has all the normal functions you would expect of a watch.