yeah, thats a terrible idea, especially as the snow on the Tuckerman trail starts melting. That trail is incredibly rocky in some parts. DONT hike up in your boots, put them on at the bottom of the bowl or at the bottom of hillmans, dodges, dutchess etc so you can kick your way up to where you want to ski. Your shins, legs, and feet will be shot to hell before you even get to HOJO. Pack them in the bottom of your bag or dangle them from the sides evenly.