Hiking boots

Hiking boots are one of the most essential pieces of gear in your hike or backpacking trip. Ankle support and a rigid sole help your ankles stay in one piece and keep your feet going even in extensive use. Lighter, more flexible boots and shoes serve you in easier terrain and when carrying moderate loads on your back. When you spot a letter such as A, B, B/C or C in context with a boot or shoe, you can tell how rigid it is: A is close to a running shoe, B is good for rocky trails and C is ready for rocks and boulders while carrying a heavy pack. When testing a pair of hiking boots on solid, flat terrain such as a store floor or on asphalt, you'll feel the shoes are... well, a bit too rigid. When going off road, however, you'll benefit from their stiffness in a new fashion, especially when carrying some weight on your back. As these shoes gather kilometers (or miles, if you will), you'll notice them getting a bit softer and more compliant as their leather panels adjust to the strain. Most hiking boots sold in the Northern countries are equipped with a waterproof membrain. The popularity of Gore-Tex footwear is mostly based on the moist conditions in Nordic countries, where rubber boots or wellingtons used to be the de facto choice for outdoors people. A modern hiking boot will not only keep your feet dry but also give your ankles the support they need when you're walking, perhaps already a bit tired, with a heavy load in rocky terrain. For some conditions a non-membrane option is the one to go for and for that reason you'll find them in our collection as well. Many hiking boots come with a stiffness rating. This tells you how supportive and rigid the boots are. A and A/B class boots are suitable for day trips and light backpacking, B, B/C and C class boots are at their home in more demanding conditions, especially with a heavy backpack. Some manufacturers have their own stiffness ratings, but we always strive to tell the best uses of each boot model. The stiffness of a boot not only refers to how much ankle support they give but also to the stiffness of their mid sole in terms of torsional and fore-aft-rigidity. Even the stiffest shoes can be adjusted to more moderate conditions thanks to their advanced lacing systems, allowing for independet adjustment of the fore foot and the ankle. By taking care of your boots you'll keep them going on for ages. Especially if the boots are subject to swamp or marshland conditions or sea waters, it's best to rinse them with fresh water after you come back home. It's also a good idea to swipe or brush off any dirt or muck off them when you finish your hike. All the leather and textile surfaces of our hiking boots are factory impregnated to be water repellent. This not only protects you from water but also helps keep the material breathable: if the surface gets soaked through, there's no chance for the underlying layers to get rid of the moisture from your feet. This impregnation has a lifecycle of its own, and as it wears off you should treat your boots with a refreshing dose of care products. With a brand new boot you'll see that any water will run off the surface while an older boot might show signs of immediately taking in the moisture. When you see your boots sucking in all available moisture, it's time to go for some care products. With leather materials waxing the leather is also a great idea, as it refreshes the leather and prevents it from drying. Meindl, Nikwax and Lowa make excellent shoe care products for this use and they enable you to keep your prescious boots in tick. Pay attention to whether a product is suitable for Gore-Tex or other membranes: we always mention this in the description of care products. Take care of your boots - your feet will thank you! If you intend to store your hiking boots for a while, it may happen that the soles develop a hardened surface. In this case you shouldn't hesitate using a wire brush. Just brush the sole to break the surface a bit. This brings back the original grip without damaging the shoe. Remember, they were originally made to support your entire weight on rocky terrain. Hiking boots also like to be used: regular use keeps the mid sole materials "alive", keeping them from crumbling. Remember to store your hiking boots in a dark, cool place and never keep them on top of floor heating. A solid companion to hiking boots is a pair of hiking socks. We recommend you use one pair of thin liners and a pair of regular thickness socks on top. This allows the socks to move in relation to another, saving your skin from a lot of trouble. On long excursions changing the liner sock will get you a long way while the thicker hiking sock can take several days of use. By choosing a weather compatible material to the socks you wear you can make a big difference in your comfort. In cold conditions wool is the master of the universe while in hot conditions synthetic fabrics will be able to get rid of the most moisture. Although most of our hiking boots will feel great out of the box, we seriously recommend you wear them on extended walks before going for your holiday trip. This allows the boots to acquire the shape of your feet, and also spot any trouble areas that may benefit from protective tape or salve.
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61 products
Women's Rogue Hiker Mid GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 208.16
Merrell Women's Rogue Hiker Mid GTX
Nazcat GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 234.29
Hanwag Nazcat GTX
Bjerg Mid
Outdoor price
$ 173.32
Lundhags Bjerg Mid
Ticam II GTX
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 155.90
Lowa Ticam II GTX
Kansas GTX Lady
Gore-Tex
$ 208.16
Meindl Kansas GTX Lady
Men's Rogue Hiker Mid GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 208.16
Merrell Men's Rogue Hiker Mid GTX
Kansas GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 208.16
Meindl Kansas GTX
Nazcat Lady GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 234.29
Hanwag Nazcat Lady GTX
Bergell MFS W GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 260.42
Meindl Bergell MFS W GTX
Bergell MFS GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 260.42
Meindl Bergell MFS GTX
Renegade Mid GTX
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 173.32
Lowa Renegade Mid GTX
Mira II WS LT High
Outdoor price
$ 260.42
Lundhags Mira II WS LT High
Jaure II MS LT High
Outdoor price
$ 295.26
Lundhags Jaure II MS LT High
Banks SF Extra
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 208.16
Hanwag Banks SF Extra
Duality At1 GTX Men
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 164.61
Haglöfs Duality At1 GTX Men
Alta Bunion II Lady GTX
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 208.16
Hanwag Alta Bunion II Lady GTX
Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 173.32
Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Lady
Duality At1 GTX Women
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 138.48
Haglöfs Duality At1 GTX Women
Vandra II Mid
Outdoor price
$ 208.16
Lundhags Vandra II Mid
Matrei GTX Lady
Gore-Tex
$ 243.00
Meindl Matrei GTX Lady
Matrei GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 243.00
Meindl Matrei GTX
Lavena II GTX W
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 155.90
Lowa Lavena II GTX W
Tatra II Wide Lady GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 286.55
Hanwag Tatra II Wide Lady GTX
Wide last true.
Tatra II Wide GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 286.55
Hanwag Tatra II Wide GTX
Wide last true.
Vakuum GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 260.42
Meindl Vakuum GTX
Guffert GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 277.84
Meindl Guffert GTX
Wide last true.
Mauria Evo GTX Ws Wide
Gore-Tex
$ 234.29
Lowa Mauria Evo GTX Ws Wide
Chiasso W Identity GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 251.71
Meindl Chiasso W Identity GTX
Camino Evo GTX Wide
Gore-Tex
$ 277.84
Lowa Camino Evo GTX Wide
Mauria Evo GTX Ws
Gore-Tex
$ 234.29
Lowa Mauria Evo GTX Ws
Professional II High Opti
Outdoor price
$ 277.84
Lundhags Professional II High Opti
Camino Evo GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 277.84
Lowa Camino Evo GTX
Vakuum GTX Lady
Gore-Tex
$ 260.42
Meindl Vakuum GTX Lady
Chiasso Identity GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 251.71
Meindl Chiasso Identity GTX
Mauria Evo LL Ws
$ 234.29
Lowa Mauria Evo LL Ws
Pro II High Wide
Outdoor price
$ 277.84
Lundhags Pro II High Wide
Schlern W MFS
$ 260.42
Meindl Schlern W MFS
Vandra II High
Outdoor price
$ 234.29
Lundhags Vandra II High
Bangri Lady
$ 251.71
Hanwag Bangri Lady
Men's Ticam Evo GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 286.55
Lowa Men's Ticam Evo GTX
Women's Lavena Evo GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 286.55
Lowa Women's Lavena Evo GTX
Makra Light GTX Lady
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 190.74
Hanwag Makra Light GTX Lady
Z-11S GTX C
Gore-Tex
$ 216.87
Lowa Z-11S GTX C
Makra Light GTX Men
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 190.74
Hanwag Makra Light GTX Men
Women's Badia GTX
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 173.32
Lowa Women's Badia GTX
Schlern MFS
$ 260.42
Meindl Schlern MFS
Bangri
$ 251.71
Hanwag Bangri
Camino Evo LL
$ 234.29
Lowa Camino Evo LL
Women's Renegade 100 GTX Mid
Gore-Tex
$ 216.87
Lowa Women's Renegade 100 GTX Mid
Litepeak Lady GTX
Gore-Tex
$ 251.71
Meindl Litepeak Lady GTX
Zephyr GTX Mid TF
Gore-Tex
$ 173.32
Lowa Zephyr GTX Mid TF
Baldo GTX
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 173.32
Lowa Baldo GTX
Duality RT1
Outdoor price
$ 129.77
Haglöfs Duality RT1
Men's Renegade 100 GTX Mid
Gore-Tex
$ 216.87
Lowa Men's Renegade 100 GTX Mid
Vandra II Mid Wide
Outdoor price
$ 208.16
Lundhags Vandra II Mid Wide
Women's Toro Pro GTX
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 112.35
Lowa Women's Toro Pro GTX
Renegade Mid W GTX Wide
Outdoor price
Gore-Tex
$ 173.32
Lowa Renegade Mid W GTX Wide
Mauria LL Ws
$ 225.58
Lowa Mauria LL Ws
Jaure II Ms High Wide
Outdoor price
$ 312.68
Lundhags Jaure II Ms High Wide
Duality RT1 W
Outdoor price
$ 129.77
Haglöfs Duality RT1 W
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