Our video advice on choosing hiking footwear
Our videos explain how to choose from a selection of hiking footwear. You will need to consider:
- your terrain: woodland trails, mid-altitude mountain paths, steep and rocky trails and more.
- your load: a light pack or a high-capacity one.
- your activity: relaxed or intensive, a few hours or several days.
- your footing: sure-footed or needing support for joints, balance or proprioception.
How to choose low-cut hiking shoes
Lighter than high-cut boots, they leave the ankle freer but also less protected.
We explain the differences between the models offered for men and women.
How to choose high-cut hiking boots
More enclosing and protective than low-cut shoes, they provide support and protection for the ankle and foot when hiking.
We explain how to choose your men's high-cut hiking boots:
And here is how to choose your women's high-cut hiking boots: