best hiking shoes for men

Best Overall Hiking Shoe for Men

Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX

REASONS TO BUY

Excellent performance in all metrics

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Excellent comfort

Secure and stable

REASONS TO AVOID

Less useful when scrambling

Average traction

The Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX is a superb hiking shoe. We think it is one of the best options out there for anyone looking for a comfortable shoe that is easy to tướng walk in, incredibly supportive, and perfectly watertight. This updated model brings some eco-friendly construction to tướng the table, with recycled yarn-based mesh on the upper and a compression molded EVA midsole that is made from 30% recycled sugarcane, with no discernible impact on durability or tư vấn. Another way that these shoes have been improved in their second iteration is in the addition of a Gore-Tex Invisible Fit liner, which is more pliable, more breathable, and a better match to tướng a pair of hiking shoes that will likely see a lot of perspiration.

While the wide platform that imparts ví much stability to tướng these shoes on the trail is something we love, the added width makes the Anacapa 2 Low less confidence-inspiring in terrain that requires precision footwork, such as scrambling in 3rd or 4th class terrain. A narrower or more nimble shoe might be more effective for this specific terrain, lượt thích the Salomon X Ultra 4 Gore-Tex. But that is our only caveat in heartily recommending the Anacapa to tướng most people.

Read more: Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX review

Best Overall Hiking Shoe for Women

La Sportiva Spire GTX - Women's

REASONS TO BUY

High traction score

Great responsiveness and stability

Comfortable right away

Breathable yet waterproof

REASONS TO AVOID

Cost

Runs large

Laces could be more durable

The La Sportiva Spire GTX trail has a thoroughly impressive design. It combines a trail runner's agility with a hiking boot's stability, making it an unstoppable force on the trails. The low-profile design offers a comfortable fit right out of the box, though it may lập cập a little big for those with smaller feet or low arches. The abrasion-resistant mesh upper and compression-molded midsole provide excellent tư vấn while remaining flexible, ideal for day hikes or extended trips into the backcountry. One of the standout features of this shoe is the Vibram XS Trek outsole and Stability Control System, which ensure optimal traction and responsiveness. Additionally, the Spire boasts a high flood level of 3.75 inches above the ankle and a waterproof membrane that remains breathable without allowing water to tướng penetrate the shoe.

While the Spire is an excellent choice for hikers searching for dependable and long-lasting shoes, it is not for everyone. It may be overbuilt with too many extra features for people searching for easy day hikes on well-maintained trails. If comfort is your first goal, the Altra LP Alpine is a superior choice. Furthermore, people wanting to tướng trek at lower elevations during summer may find the waterproof fabric excessively hot. Finally, while the 100% recycled polyester laces are a tribute to tướng sustainability, they are less resilient and finicky, necessitating adjustment or replacement depending on use. Despite these minor flaws, the Spire GTX is one of the most well-designed and dependable hiking shoes available. While pricey, it is well worth the money and will last for many hiking seasons.

Read more: La Sportiva Spire GTX review

Best Value Hiking Shoe for Men

Columbia Facet 75 OutDry

REASONS TO BUY

Lightweight

Comfortable, roomy fit

Versatile style

REASONS TO AVOID

Only moderate water resistance

Questionable durability

The Columbia Facet 75 OutDry is a great, affordable option with all-day versatility. From hiking up mountains to tướng hiking around town and running errands, these comfortable hiking shoes have just what's needed to tướng take you almost anywhere. At such a low weight, we even enjoyed wearing them for some light jogging. They feel lượt thích a brilliant cross between a hiking shoe and a trail runner. They have an extra wide base that adds stability over uneven terrain and traction that, lượt thích a mountain xe đạp tire, inspires sticky confidence on uneven terrain.

The mesh upper of the Facet 75 OutDry is breathable but not entirely waterproof. That said, it works as it should, and if you get soaked, the lightweight materials dry quickly. And though we didn't have this issue ourselves, the mesh upper is more fragile than thở burlier hikers, typical of shoes in this weight class. Even with these things in mind, we still enjoyed this shoe's fit, feel, style, and price and think it makes a great value purchase.

Read more: Columbia Facet 75 OutDry review

Best Value Hiking Shoe for Women

Salomon OUTpulse Gore-Tex Low - Women's

REASONS TO BUY

Affordable

Highly comfortable

Lightweight and breathable

Top-tier traction

Solid waterproof performance

REASONS TO AVOID

Lacks stiffness in design

Lacks durability of a leather hiking shoe

No runner's loop eyelet on lacing system

The Salomon OUTpulse Gore-Tex Low is an affordable hybrid that combines the agility of a trail running shoe with the stability and traction of a hiking boot. This lightweight design is comfortable directly out of the box thanks to tướng a roomy toe box and flexible synthetic textile upper. The Gore-Tex waterproof membrane technology continued to tướng impress our testing team on the trails, keeping our feet dry as a bone during stream crossings and even releasing sweat through the breathable textile upper. Salomon didn't skimp on the traction either, as this shoe features their Contagrip rubber outsoles complete with a chevron lug pattern that ensures maximum grip in a variety of terrain types.

Though this affordable design stood out from the competition, it is not exempt from a few drawbacks. We never experienced any issues in durability during our testing period, but we can't help but notice that the lightweight synthetic upper is not constructed from the same durable and high-quality materials as some of its heavier leather counterparts. We also would prefer the shoe to tướng feature an additional runner's loop eyelet, which would help provide more stability to tướng the flexible design. Still, this shoe is a great choice for those looking to tướng tackle extra miles on well-maintained trails without breaking the ngân hàng.

Read more: Salomon OUTpulse Gore-Tex Low review

Best Lightweight Technical Hiker for Men

Salomon X Ultra 4 Gore-Tex

REASONS TO BUY

Superb traction

Great water-resistance

Great support

Light

REASONS TO AVOID

Tongue and heel are not the most comfy

Mediocre durability

The Salomon X Ultra 4 Gore-Tex is a solid choice for hikers looking for a lightweight, supportive, grippy, and waterproof shoe. The X Ultra 4 is the latest in a long line of dependable shoes from Salomon that fit well thanks to tướng a Sensifit system that locks the foot in place. The ADV-C Chassis gives these shoes solid tư vấn underfoot, making them feel very dependable underfoot in uneven off-trail terrain. These shoes feel slightly wider than thở previous X Ultra models, though they remain narrower than thở many other models we tested.

While there is a lot to tướng love, we also found several issues while testing these shoes. The Quicklace tốc độ lacing system can be hard to tướng release but sometimes slips. The tongue, which is not sewn into place and does not have an extended gusset, easily pulls down, which can make slipping the X Ultra 4 on quickly an annoyance. We also found that the extended heel tab can rub, especially when wearing low-cut socks. Some users have also complained about durability issues. However, we beat these shoes up and saw no abnormal wear and tear. Overall, some of these issues are minor enough to tướng look past and see the X Ultra 4 GTX for what it is — a lightweight, supportive, and capable shoe for backcountry hiking adventures. If you want more burliness, tư vấn, and water resistance, kiểm tra out the Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite GTX.

Read more: Salomon X Ultra 4 Gore-Tex review

Most Versatile Hiking Shoe for Women

Salomon X Ultra 4 Gore-Tex - Women's

REASONS TO BUY

Great traction

Supportive midfoot

Waterproof

Nimble and quick

REASONS TO AVOID

Runs long and narrow

Not as adjustable

We love the exceptional traction of the Salomon X Ultra 4 Gore-Tex. Their lightweight design is versatile and feels sleek, making them a joy to tướng wear on tough missions. Great midfoot stability and a solid base make these hiking shoes well-suited to tướng technical terrain and scrambling over loose or slippery surfaces. The synthetic welded upper locks your forefoot and heel securely in place, while the Gore-Tex lining keeps your feet dry. Though the X Ultra 4 toe box is wider than thở previous versions, they're still longer and narrower than thở other women's hiking shoes we tested.

Salomon's Quicklace system here again proves divisive. Its convenience for quickly slipping on is hindered by static laces that don't allow the same amount of give as other hiking shoes. Ours also tended to tướng work their way loose, forcing us to tướng stop and tighten them more often than thở traditional lace shoes. The lace storage pocket also tore early in our testing, not giving us confidence in the system's longevity. Still, with impressive traction and responsive tư vấn, the X Ultra 4 GTX is a great choice for tackling rugged environments. The La Sportiva Spire GTX scored higher, but it's also a lot more expensive and heavier.

Read more: Salomon X Ultra 4 Gore-Tex review

Best Men's Hiker for Rugged Terrain

Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite GTX

REASONS TO BUY

Great support

Excellent wet and dry traction

Lightweight for what you get

REASONS TO AVOID

Somewhat stiff

More niche than thở others

When beefy, all-terrain hiking shoes for men are needed, we turn to tướng the Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite GTX. With all the important elements of a protective hiking shoe, this burly pair has impervious Gore-Tex waterproofing and impressive durability. We've worn these shoes on long-distance hikes through deserts and over mountains. They perform admirably, easily crossing any terrain, no matter how wet or loose.

With a stiffer sole, the Mountain Trainer Lite isn't everyone's cup of tea. They're not as flexible or easy to tướng walk in as many other modern hiking shoes lượt thích the Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX. More lượt thích a boot in some ways, they require a break-in period (though it's far shorter than thở most hiking boots we've tried) but offer more push-off power over challenging ground. We love these shoes best for attacking demanding terrain and off-trail routes.

Read more: Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite GTX review

The Mountain Trainer Lite GTX has excellent traction in all conditions.

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Best for Comfort

Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX - Women's

The Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX is a modern hiking shoe that features a unique, thickly-cushioned design that maximizes comfort, especially for those with narrow feet. The Vibram Megagrip outsole and substantial lug pattern are among the highest performers regarding grip strength and traction, whether moving through slippery and wet terrain or decomposing granite at lower elevations. The recycled mesh upper combines with nubuck leather to tướng provide the perfect combination of waterproof performance and breathability, whether navigating lingering snow fields or crossing cold runoff streams.

Though it can take some time to tướng adjust to tướng the thickness of the outsole, our testing team noted that the distinctive SwallowTail heel aided in the transition by adding more stability to tướng the design. The fit can be a little tricky, too. Our lead tester has a narrow foot with a high arch and ended up sizing down a half size for a more comfortable fit. It is also an option to tướng stick with your normal size and add an after-market insole for more tư vấn and to tướng take up a little extra space. Overall, our testing team believes this shoe is worth the investment, as it offers excellent performance for those seeking maximum comfort on the trail.

Read more: Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX review

Best Hiker-Runner Crossover for Men

La Sportiva Spire GTX

A long-time favorite of our male testing team, the La Sportiva Spire GTX is a capable hiking shoe to tướng which we continue to tướng return. They perform well on all surfaces and achieve the elusive trifecta of comfort, tư vấn, and low weight. An extra cushioned midsole reminds us of our favorite trail running shoes. At the same time, the Gore-Tex lining protects lượt thích a hiking shoe.

While there are certainly lighter options, the Spire GTX provides a great blend of hiking performance without cutting back on overall comfort. They're also an exceptionally costly investment. Yet they remain among our top choices for springtime trail runs over patchy snow and speedy fastpacking missions. If you are willing to tướng sacrifice a little comfort, kiểm tra out the La Sportiva TX Hike GTX, which is lighter and has better traction than thở the Spire but has a much lower comfort score.

Read more: La Sportiva Spire GTX review

Best Trail Running Shoe

Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3

The Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3 blows the competition out of the water regarding seriously impressive trail running performance. Our male and female testing teams adore this shoe for hitting the trails — at tốc độ or otherwise. A fitted ankle collar keeps debris from entering the shoe without using an additional ankle gaiter. The super sticky rubber sole provides unparalleled traction on any surface. The midsole is responsive yet comfortable, while the upper is breathable and protective. We've lập cập hundreds of miles in these shoes, linking peaks, crushing rough terrain, pounding pavement, and competing in ultra races. They are our favorite trail running shoes.

While the high, fitted collar does a great job keeping junk out of the shoes, it can also make the S/Lab Ultra 3 challenging to tướng put on and a difficult fit for those with larger ankles. A tighter fit can also be a new and strange feeling to tướng some runners and hikers. These are also some of the most expensive trail runners we tested. But if you're ready to tướng hit the trails confidently, you can't beat the performance, protection, and responsiveness and this shoe.

Read more: Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3 - Men's review

Read more: Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3 - Women's review

The unisex S/Lab Ultra 3 trail runner is a long-standing favorite for any gender.

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Why You Should Trust Us

We have spent years testing hundreds of the best hiking and trail running shoes for men and women. We've logged thousands of miles to tướng find the best shoes in the biz. We've crossed mountains, raced through the desert, explored forests, scrambled over scree, and splashed through streams in these shoes. We've taken them to tướng our local parks, on cross-country road trips, and expeditions across the globe. Our testing team carefully considers the perks and drawbacks of every pair in every condition. We tested every shoe across metrics lượt thích Comfort, Traction, Stability, Water Resistance, Support, Sensitivity, Durability, Weight, and Protection.

A veritable army of veteran GearLab testers has added expertise to tướng our testing and findings. This team includes Myrha Colt, Trish Matheny, Ally Arcuri, Ryan Huetter, Ben Applebaum-Bauch, Matt Bento, Aaron Rice, and Matthew Richardson.

Trish Matheny and Myrha Colt are the masterminds behind our women's hiking shoe review. Trish is well-versed across gear and sports and is an accomplished rock climber, trail runner, and splitboarder. Myrha is a lifelong adventure travel professional whose enthusiasm for trails has carried her through mountains worldwide, from the Himalayas to tướng the Andes and New Zealand to tướng Patagonia.

Ally Arcuri is our trail running expert tester of the best women's trail running shoes. She is an exercise specialist and trail runner of over a decade. She has many impressive feats under her belt, including completing ultra marathons in the Rockies. She is a cancer survivor with a degree in Kinesiology and finds trails to tướng hit no matter where she roams.

Ryan Huetter and Ben Applebaum-Bauch are the brains behind our men's hiking shoe review. A full-time IFMGA Certified Mountain Guide, Ryan spends over 200 days a year hiking as an outdoor professional. Ben is an avid distance hiker and has completed thru-hikes of numerous iconic American trails lượt thích the PCT, Superior Hiking Trail, Long Trail, and more.

Our testing team for the best men's trail running shoes consists of Matt Bento, Aaron Rice, and Matthew Richardson. Matt has been an enthusiastic runner since high school and has logged thousands of miles through Yosemite alone. Aaron is a professional ski patroller and avalanche educator who spends non-snowy seasons logging miles through his local mountains. And not to tướng be forgotten, Matthew is a passionate trail runner in southwest Colorado, bagging peaks, completing ultra marathons, and running anywhere his legs will take him.

Over the years, we've tested hundreds of pairs of hiking and trail running shoes for men and women.

Kinds of Trail Shoes

As far as sports go, hiking is a fairly easy one to tướng get into. A ton of new gear isn't necessary — at least not for a simple day hike. The one thing you really need is a great pair of hiking shoes. There are many options to tướng choose from, all of which can be the right choice for your experience, preferences, and intended use. We'll start by going over the main types of hiking footwear. We'll discuss the specific situations calling for different types of shoes. Finally, we'll dive into some specific features you may or may not want on your feet.

No matter how you want to tướng hit the trails, there's a perfect pair of footwear out there for you.

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Hiking Boots

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The OG hiking footwear — the classic hiking boot — has come a long way from the days of repeated oiling and months of suffering through a painful break-in process. Today's best hiking boots are much more diverse. They can be constructed from full-grain leather, fully synthetic materials, or a blend of the two. Hiking boots offer more tư vấn for carrying heavy loads and increased ankle protection and tư vấn, even on lower-cut models. They're generally heavier than thở hiking or trail shoes and are built durably.

Hiking Shoes

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Hiking shoes are a great solution for those who appreciate a shoe's freedom and low weight but desire the structure and tư vấn of a hiking boot. They are always low cut, leaving the ankle exposed and mobile. They come with various possible features, though they are less protective than thở boots. Most aren't meant for river crossings, but they often have a breathable waterproof membrane for some water protection.

Trail Runners

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Burlier than thở a running shoe, trail running shoes have extra features that make them an asset off the pavement. Support and stability make them reliable over uneven ground, yet they are lighter and more flexible than thở traditional hiking shoes or boots. Their extra tread gives them added traction on trails. Still, since they're designed for running rather than thở hiking, they often aren't supportive enough to tướng carry a heavy backpack.

Approach Shoes

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More and more folks are choosing to tướng hike in approach shoes, whether they are rock climbers or not. These shoes are designed for "approaching" technical rock climbs or canyons and have stickier rubber and a tighter fit in the toe box. They provide extra security when navigating everything from smooth rock slabs to tướng loose boulder fields. If the terrain is more technical, an approach shoe will allow your footing to tướng be more precise and secure.

Hiking Sandals

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A sandal as a hiker? You bet! While sandals are often thought of as a casual piece of footwear, the market for burly, well-treaded models has blown up. If you lượt thích to tướng switch it up and allow your toes to tướng breathe — or your hike will involve water crossings — a hiking sandal could be a perfect fit. Technical sandals are also ideal for outings on a boat or swimming where many sharp objects are underfoot.

Hiking Shoes' Best Uses

"Hiking" covers various ways to tướng connect your feet to tướng a trail. Depending on how long you want to tướng be out, how much weight you plan to tướng carry, and your general foot tư vấn needs, you'll want to tướng look for certain types of footwear. Here, we'll break down general types of hiking and what kinds of shoes work best in each situation.

Thru-Hiking

Starting on the most extreme kết thúc of the hiking spectrum, thru-hikes are long-distance hikes on trails such as the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail, or the Continental Divide Trail. These massive undertakings involve weeks or even months spent backpacking, and many who seek to tướng accomplish these exceptional distances value low weight and comfort over all else. Many thru-hikers spend months training in trail running shoes and counting ounces to tướng lighten their loads. Others align themselves more with backpackers than thở fastpackers, opting for a few extra ounces in foot tư vấn by wearing hiking shoes.

Thru hiking may involve heavier loads for longer distances or lighter loads for moving quickly - depending on your style.

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Backpacking with Medium to tướng Light Loads

Most hiking shoes are ideal for carrying medium to tướng light packs on well-maintained trails. Many experienced hikers (with strong ankles) that occasionally venture into backpacking by spending a few nights out find that their hiking shoes work just fine for packing light. Models with extra tư vấn in the midsole help to tướng cushion a mid-sized backpack's worth of gear, while their added durability keeps up over rough terrain.

When hiking, you may consider shoes with extra tư vấn through the midsole to tướng help handle the extra load.

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Fast Hiking

Fast hiking and fastpacking are exactly how they sound: taking on a trail at a pace much faster than thở average. This growing subdivision of hiking is all about logging as many miles as possible every day — sometimes even for months on kết thúc during a thru-hike. Fastpackers tự their best to tướng cut as much weight as possible from their packs, and speedwalking sometimes turns into a light jog on flat sections. A lightweight hiking shoe or even a reliable trail running shoe can offer the perfect combination of tư vấn and cushioning for the individual fast hiker.

Fastpacking calls for lightweight shoes with great traction and responsiveness.

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Day Hiking

As simple as it sounds, day hiking is heading out on a hike for the day. Most day hikers carry not much more than thở the essentials (and perhaps a few emergency supplies, just in case), making for light packs. Because even the most fully-loaded daypacks aren't all that heavy, the footwear required to tướng tư vấn them doesn't need to tướng be as structured as a backpacking model. All of the hiking shoes — and many of the trail running shoes and even hiking boots — that we tested can be a good choice for day hiking, depending on your desired foot feel.

Day hiking with a light pack doesn't require that much added tư vấn from your shoes.

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Trail Running

While many people choose to tướng lập cập trails in their road running shoes, trail running shoes have many features that make them better suited to tướng trail conditions. Deeper tread, extra tư vấn, and even waterproof membranes can make all the difference when running down a gravelly trail, over tallus, or through a spring stream. And if you're an experienced trail person with strong ankles and feet, trail running shoes can be a great option for hiking with light loads.

Trail running shoes can double as great hiking shoes for experienced hikers looking to tướng keep weight low.

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Key Considerations When Choosing Your Shoes

Now that you've figured out you want a low-cut hiking shoe and have thought about what types of hiking you plan on doing, there are still many options. To further narrow down what type of footwear will serve you best on your outings, there are several possible features you may or may not want.

Support and Weight

The tư vấn of a shoe is due to tướng many factors. The most immediately obvious one is the feeling of the insole against your foot — particularly for those looking for arch tư vấn. However, the unseen midsole is the main structural component that provides long-term tư vấn, particularly when carrying a pack. EVA is one of the most common materials comprising a midsole. From "soft" to tướng "dual-density", even the densest EVA feels immediately softer underfoot than thở polyurethane (PU) midsoles. While EVA requires no break-in period (unlike PU), this foam will eventually pack down and offer less tư vấn, resulting in a shorter lifespan for your shoe.

PU midsoles feel more rigid right out of the box and can require a longer break-in period than thở models utilizing EVA. Once broken in, though, the polyurethane is designed to tướng last longer than thở EVA. Its added stiffness provides long-term tư vấn for your feet, particularly when carrying heavy packs. On the other hand, shoes with added tư vấn also usually weigh more than thở their more flexible cousins. But if your feet need a helping hand to tướng prevent foot fatigue on long days, that increase in weight is probably worth it.

For hikers carrying a pack, having a supportive midsole is important.

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Water Resistance

There are a few common ways for hiking shoes to tướng achieve water resistance. The first is by integrating a waterproof membrane between the layers of fabric comprising the upper portion of the shoe. Some manufacturers make their own membrane, while others add a layer of Gore-Tex (often denoted by "GTX" in the shoe's name). These membranes are designed to tướng keep water from seeping through the shoe fabric while still facilitating breathability for your feet. Polyurethane (PU) coatings are another way to tướng add water resistance. This coating can be added by the manufacturer (or by you at home) and is applied to tướng the external layer of the upper. It helps water to tướng bead off your shoe rather than thở soak in — though it can't make a mesh shoe waterproof.

Not everyone needs a waterproof hiking shoe, though. Having a waterproof shoe is key if you live in a rainy place lượt thích Appalachia or the Pacific Northwest. Even for early spring hikes over snow and encountering swollen streams, the ability to tướng keep your shoes — and therefore your feet — dry is paramount to tướng your feet's comfort. After all, you can change a sweaty sock, but you can't change wet shoes. On the other hand, even the most breathable waterproof membrane adds warmth to tướng a shoe. A waterproof membrane is likely not your friend if you mostly hike in hot weather or on dry trails. For many hikers heading out on perfect-weather days, the added breathability of going out without a waterproof membrane is much more enjoyable.

If your shoe has a good waterproof liner lượt thích the Anacapa 2, you'll feel confident hiking in almost any kind of terrain.

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Toe Protection

All hiking shoes offer some level of toe protection, ranging from molded toe caps to tướng leather-covered toes. How much toe protection you actually need depends on the conditions you expect to tướng encounter. Groomed and maintained trails of hard-packed dirt don't demand much toe protection. However, crossing rocky scree or hiking around thorny vegetation begs for more coverage. As always, adding extra features lượt thích a bulky toe cap will add weight to tướng your shoe — but if it prevents you from being stabbed by a vengeful cactus, that weight may be worth it.

Hiking footwear can offer some beefy protection from wayward rocks and sharp sticks.

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Fit

Lastly, but most importantly, the fit of your footwear is the most crucial factor in your overall happiness while wearing them. If you can, head to tướng a local retailer and try on options from many manufacturers. Take the socks you plan to tướng wear while hiking to tướng ensure you kết thúc up with the right size. Put them on and walk around the store with them. Talk to tướng an expert if you can.

If you have to tướng buy online, double-check the return policy before clicking "purchase". Research the manufacturer who makes the model of shoe you're considering — some tend to tướng lập cập long, narrow, or small. If you fall between sizes, we recommend erring on the larger size. Feet typically swell when walking or standing all day. Ensure that the tips of your toes don't touch the front of your shoe when laced. And even if you're trying them on at trang chính, walk, jump, and skip around your house to tướng see if the shoes you've got are truly the ones you want.

Finding the right fit for your fit is paramount.

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Conclusion

If you've chosen your footwear correctly, you probably won't even notice them the next time you hit the trail. The right pair of hiking shoes is what's comfortable for your feet, your stride, your adventures, and your preferences. We hope we've helped you identify some promising options for your lifestyle and budget. Take the time to tướng find the perfect pair for you — and have a fun and safe time out there!

— Trish Matheny, Myrha Colt, Ally Arcuri, Matt Bento, Aaron Rice, Matthew Richardson, Ben Applebaum-Bauch, Ryan Huetter