Related: The Best Hiking and Backpacking GPS Watches We think the Spire is a worthy investment if you’re looking to move out of a hiking boot but still want support, protection, and stability. Although the Spire is among the most expensive (at just under two hundred dollars), we can’t deny their outstanding performance. It’s worth mentioning that many customer reviews across popular retailers note that the Spire fits well for narrow-footed individuals, but wide-footed people might do better looking elsewhere.
One of the standout details is the hard material on the heel and toe box, which shields the feet and guards the shoe against trail abrasion.Īlthough wide sizing and shoes for narrow feet are not available, the Spire has an average fit and should work for most foot shapes. However, reinforcement is placed in critical areas to add protection and durability to the shoe. So far, the abrasion-resistant mesh upper has held up well through a few months of testing, but the fabric and thin-film combo does seem more susceptible to knicks and tears than a shoe with thicker material. Supportive cushioning combined with TPU (a type of plastic often utilized in hiking footwear due to its strength, high elasticity, and shock absorbency) inserts in the midsole adds stability, and the prominent heel brake makes for more controlled movements on tricky descents. The lugs on the stiff Vibram XS Trek soles are some of the most aggressive we looked at for this review-chomping down on the terrain, leaving little room for slippage, and offering protection from sharp rocks and obstacles underfoot. The Spire quickly became our go-to shoe for dog walks in the muck and our first choice for hiking with a loaded backpack or child carrier. This shoe stood out for its versatility and comfort it’s got hard outsoles that can handle long days on rocky, technical terrain and breathable synthetic uppers that are great for hiking in the heat. (La Sportiva even classifies the Spire as a low-cut hiking boot). The Spire GTX combines the nimbleness of wearing trail runners with the support and protection of a lightweight hiking boot. If we had to pick one shoe to take us through most situations comfortably and safely, this is the one. The men’s and women’s La Sportiva Spire GTX is our winner for best hiking shoe because of their all-around performance that blends lightweight movement with stability and support. Waterproofing: GORE-TEX SURROUND waterproof breathable membrane/textile Upper Material: Mesh/polyurethane Techlite toe and heel La Sportiva Spire Low GTX: The best hiking shoes for light backpacking and technical terrain men’s and women’s GORE-TEX Performance Comfort waterproof breathable membrane Polyurethance-coated leather/ synthetic nubuck The North Face Hedgehog Fastpack II WP Low Women's Men's Oboz Sawtooth II Low Waterproof Women's Men'sīackpacking and light loads (read review) Traction, support, and comfort (read review) The North Face Vectiv Exploris Futurelight Women's Men'sĪll-around for urban and day hiking (read review)ģ-layer FutureLight waterproof breathable membrane Hoka One One Anacapa Low GTX Women's Men'sĪll day comfort and support (read review) GORE-TEX SURROUND waterproof breathable membrane/ textile Light backpacking and technical terrain (read review) Whether you’re looking for agile and fast-moving footwear-or rugged hikers for steep terrain and rocky ascents-here are fourteen of the best hiking shoes currently on the market. Above all, they’ve got what matters most: comfortable fit, stable foothold, durable construction, and the ability to keep your feet dry. While our two top winners prioritize different features and attributes, they’re equally capable of most hiking pursuits. Our best hiking shoes list consists of two winners, two runner-up winners, and ten other top contenders. We chose waterproof hiking shoes suitable for day hiking and light backpacking-everything from a few miles of urban hiking to a few days in the backcountry.
#Hiking shoe the noun project update
To update our winners for the best hiking shoes of 2022, we removed discontinued items, replaced some past winners with newly-tested hiking shoes, and kept some classics that are still worth considering. Over the past three years, we’ve looked at countless hiking shoes, choosing more than two dozen of the best models to trail-test and review.
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