If once the trekking shoes were strictly in leather, now most of them are made of technical fabric, and in particular in goretex, and are waterproof. The choice of trekking shoes should not be made lightly, because foot pain during a walk can, in addition to being really annoying, compromise a "multi-stage excursion (one of the classic walks for which it is worth training), delay your gait and lead to reflex pain, for example in the back.
Wrong size footwear can easily promote blistering and foot pain. In this guide we give you some useful advice for choosing the best hiking shoes.
For further information: Ice Crampons: Best Hiking Models ), this is because they are generally narrow shoes, which hug the foot a lot. However, this indication cannot be considered an absolute rule, because a lot depends on the shape of your foot and the sole of the shoe you want to buy.
First of all, if you are about to measure hiking shoes, we recommend that you bring with you the technical socks that you are used to wearing on trips and excursions, so as to be sure that the test is as similar as possible to the actual use of the footwear. Once you have fastened your hiking shoes, evaluate the sliding of the foot forward and above all the position of the big toe: if it touches the toe of the shoe it is likely that this is too small; in the same way if it is too far away from it, and therefore the foot it tends to move by sliding forward, the shoe is too big. The risk, in this case, is not so much the rubbing against the shoe (what tends to generate blisters), but that the foot assumes the wrong positions and that the sole " bangs "on the sole in an annoying (and painful) way.
The solution is the classic middle ground, as trivial as it may seem.
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Here are some models of waterproof and breathable winter hiking shoes.
riemot Trekking Shoes Women Men High Mountain Boots Waterproof Lightweight Breathable Hiking Boots Walking Sport Climbing Outdoor Black / Green 45 EU from Not available now other products Pastaza Snow Boots Men Women Trekking Shoes Winter Waterproof Outdoor Fur Sneakers Black, 39EU from € 38.99 See the offer AKU 885.4, Unisex-Adult Turtleneck, Black (Schwarz (Black / Gray)), 42 EU from € 149.16 See the offer Photo Courtesy For further information: How to choose Nordic Walking poles , including shoes.CMP Rigel Mid Wp, Men's High Climbing Shoes, Black (Negro-Gray 73uc), 43 EU from € 69.40 See the offer CMP Rigel Mid Wp, Women's Climbing Shoes, Blue (B.Blue-Giada-Peach), 38 EU from € 77.95 € 89.95 -13 & percnt; See the offer Grisport Avenger Men's boots, color brown (brown), size M 11 UK / 45 EU from € 89.30 € 96.95 -8 & percnt; See the offer AKU Slope Micro GTX 885.10, Unisex Adult Hiking and Trekking Boots, Orange (Orange (Orange / Black 108)), 45 from € 149.00 See the offer it can undoubtedly also be used in summer (if it is not padded or if it has the essential breathable characteristics).
What happens, however, is that we often tend to choose lighter shoes, perhaps with a low collar, for excursions in the summer. However, if on the one hand it is undoubtedly more pleasant because the shoe is light, on the other it does not guarantee the same performance as the high trekking shoe, in the sense that it does not protect the ankle with the same effectiveness from possible sprains.
The advice is therefore to carefully evaluate the type of terrain and excursion that you are preparing to face, and possibly rely on the classic boot, but bring with you some leisure shoes, perhaps sports sandals or Birkenstocks, so that you can wear them. once the walk is over.
SALOMON XA PRO 3D GTX W, Women's Trail Running Shoes, Purple (Hollyhock / Dark Purple / Eggshell Blue), 40 2/3 EU from Not available now other products Merrell Intercept, Men's Hiking Shoes, Gray (Grau (Schwarz)), 42 EU from Not available now other products Men's Summer Sandals Outdoor Leather Breathable Casual Sneakers Sports Sandals Shoes Trekking Walk Fisherman Non-slip from € 34.99 See the offer To learn more: The best trekking backpacks over time.Why buy specific men's trekking shoes and not any unisex models? As we mentioned, trekking shoes must fit the foot like a glove, because activities such as hiking must be done in total comfort and safety. In general, for the same number, men's trekking shoes have a wider sole and also neck is wider.
CMP Rigel Mid, Men's High Trekking Shoes, Gray (Gray U862), 44 EU from € 62.48 € 89.95 -31 & percnt; See the offer SALOMON SPEEDCROSS 4 GTX, Men's Trail Running Shoes, Black (Black / Black / Silver Metallic-X), 42 2/3 EU from € 96.00 € 98.99 -3 & percnt; See the offer The North Face Chilkat III, Men's High Hiking Boots, Black (TNF Black / Dark Gull Gray We3), 43 EU from Not available now other products Photo Courtesy Pastaza Snow Boots Men Women Trekking Shoes Winter Waterproof Outdoor Fur Sneakers Brown, 41EU from € 38.99 See the offer Columbia Canyon Point Waterproof, Women's Waterproof Hiking Shoes, Beige (Pebble / Sky Blue), 39 EU from € 67.31 € 89.99 -25 & percnt; See the offer Mishansha Snow Boots Women Winter Shoes Waterproof Warm Fur Trekking Shoes Non-slip Outdoor Shoes, Pink, 37 EU from € 38.99 See the offer Photo Courtesy SALOMON XA PRO 3D CSWP J, Kids' Trail Running Shoes, Black / Red (Black / Black / High Risk Red), 32 EU from € 59.94 € 74.95 -20 & percnt; See the offer SALOMON XA PRO 3D CSWP J, Kid's Sports Shoes, Light Blue / Black (Cashmere Blue / Illusion Blue / Cyan Blue), 37 EU from Not available now other products LANSEYAOJI Hiking Shoes Snow Boots Unisex Hiking Shoes - Kids Cotton Shoes Winter Outdoor Multisport Climbing Shoes Sneaker, Brown, EU33 from Not available now other products Photo Courtesy CMP RIGEL, Men's medium trekking shoes, Gray (Grau (GRAY U862)), 42 from € 71.50 € 79.95 -11 & percnt; See the offer riemot Trekking Shoes Women Men High Mountain Boots Waterproof Lightweight and Breathable Hiking Boots Walking Sport Climbing Outdoor Gray / Fuchsia 37 EU from Not available now other products Hiking Shoes Snow Boots Unisex Kids Hiking Shoes (C Yellow, 37 EU) from € 35.99 See the offer NEOKER Trekking Shoes Men Women Outdoor Sport Climbing Hiking Sneakers Gray 38 from € 34.99 See the offer LSGEGO Unisex Hiking Shoes Outdoor Walking Shoes Unisex Casual Hiking Hiking Shoes Breathable Waterproof Women Shoes from Not available now other products CMP Rigel Mid Wp, Men's High Climbing Shoes, Black (Asphalt-Syrah 62bn), 42 EU from € 76.66 € 89.95 -15 & percnt; See the offer NEOKER Trekking Shoes Men Women Outdoor Sport Climbing Hiking Sneakers Blue 42 from € 34.99 See the offer SALOMON SPEEDCROSS 4, Men's Trail Running Shoes, Black (Black / Black / Black Metallic), 44 EU from € 79.00 € 119.95 -34 & percnt; See the offer Merrell Moab 2 Vent-M, Men's Hiking Boots, Black (Beluga), 42 EU from € 88.90 See the offer Salomon Speedcross 4 W, Women's Trail Running Shoes, Blue (Poseidon / Eggshell Blue / Black), 38 EU from € 119.95 See the offer , heels. It is good that the socks are high (even if we know that many can annoy them) because in this way the leg is protected from the scratches of the brambles and branches. The material can be chosen according to needs and preferences. In winter, those in wool are ideal, but if this material is not well tolerated, you can rely on sponge or other technical materials.
DANISH ENDURANCE Trekking Socks in Light Merino Wool 3 Pairs (Gray, EU 39-42) from € 33.95 € 37.95 -11 & percnt; See the offer Jeep Xtreme Performance, Men's Winter Outdoor Thermal Long Socks, Black / Dark Melange / Gray, 39/42 from € 11.43 See the offer Storm Bloc - 3 Pairs Womens Summer Cotton Trekking Socks with Terry (37/42, SBLS032CHA) from € 9.99 See the offer
Another accessory that can be useful for the good maintenance of shoes is the "waterproofing agent or, in the case of leather boots, the neutral grease. It is always good to keep them at home, because then, it is a classic, they are never found when you need it.
Collonil Pro Carbon - Spray waterproofing, 400 ml from € 12.80 € 18.97 -33 & percnt; See the offer Mountval Water Repellent Nubuck & Suede & Fabric, high performance waterproofing for Trekking Shoes, with Sponge applicator from € 10.99 See the offer Renapur, Specific Cream for Leather Products, 200 ml pack from € 15.00 See the offerIt may be useful in anticipation of an excursion, to buy spare laces, so as to be prepared in case those supplied with the trekking shoes break.
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