What sneakers are the best for trekking
Autumn marks the beginning of the hiking and trekking season, with many people heading out for their first outdoor adventures, wondering: What sneakers should I take to the mountains? What should I pay attention to when trying them on? Which sneaker brands are suitable for trekking?
Let's start by categorizing hikes into three levels:
- Easy trekking (clear paths, meadows, and nearby areas)
- Challenging trekking (off-trail, unpredictable weather)
- Extreme hiking (mountain climbs, rugged terrain)
This article will cover questions related to the first level of difficulty.
To begin preparing for your hike, we recommend starting with socks. Pay attention to special training socks that absorb moisture slowly and dry quickly. Consider checking out brands such as:- Smartwool
- Danish Endurance
- PHD PRO (a branch of Smartwool)
Don't forget about insoles. Insole quality in footwear is just as important as the shoes themselves. Manufacturers often overlook or skimp on insoles, but your foot inside the shoe relies on them. Quality insoles should: - Efficiently absorb shocks and reduce foot strain
- Securely hold your foot in place
- Divert moisture away from the shoe
- Dry quickly
Once we've prepared a good base for our feet, we can move on to the most important part—sneakers.
Some tips for choosing sneakers:- Don't buy a pair that fits snugly. It's recommended to try a pair that's half a size or a full size larger because during active walking, your feet may swell and fill up the shoe, making your hike uncomfortable.
- Try on both shoes, walk around the store, and make sure this pair suits you well. Often, one foot may be larger than the other due to differences in the load.
- Never buy sneakers and immediately go hiking; the pair should be worn in and adapted to your foot.
As a cool accessory, we can also recommend gaiters for your sneakers. These are like hoods for your pair to protect your feet from moisture, sand, rocks, and rain.
Here's an extended list of brands to consider when buying sneakers:
1.Salomon
2.Asics
3.ACG
4.Adidas Terrex
5.Merrell
6.Hoka
7.ROA
8.Baffin
9.Salewa
10.MammutDon't forget about the materials your pair should be made of. The upper part of the sneakers should be made with a membrane like Gore-Tex® or similar to protect against bad weather, and the sole should be Vibram for reliable traction.
Selection of favorites from S.T.B.:
Salomon XT-6, Hoka, Salomon X Ultra 4 Mid, Terrex AX4.
Also, we recommend watching our YouTube video on 'What sneakers to take to the mountains?' at the link below.