How to choose hiking shoes
Are you new to hiking?
Look for thicker soles and potentially a higher cuff for better support.
Do you need speed?
Lightweight trail-running shoes can shave time off the trek, while a heavier shoe can provide more protection and stability.
Check the temperature
Hiking shoes and trail runners are cooler in hot months; hiking boots provide more warmth.
Match the outsole with your terrain
Challenging terrain that’s rocky, ungroomed, or uneven requires a beefier outsole and can call for deeper lugs.