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What to Look for in Good Hiking Boots

No doubt, hiking boots serve as one of the most essential pieces of gear for all types of hikers. If you wear the right pair, they will keep you stable while hiking over a variety of terrains. On the other hand, poor-quality boots will offer nothing but pain and discomfort. Therefore, when purchasing hiking boots, you […]

Difference Between Men and Women’s Hiking Boots

Even if men and women walk the same track, the boots they are wearing are quite different from each other. Likewise, the hiking boots that are available for men and women are different from each other. The basic reason for this distinction is the structural differences between the feet of men and women. Apart from appearance, […]

Difference Between Hiking Boots and Work Boots

You can wear work boots for hiking, right? After all, they’re the same thing? This is one of the most common misconceptions of new hikers (and to be truthful, some seasoned hikers as well). The two styles of boots do share some similarities, but there are some very big differences as well. Since footwear is such […]

How to Take Care of Hiking Boots

Take care of your hiking boots, and they will, in turn, take care of you, goes an adage that holds true. It would amount to a great fail if you were to splurge on expensive hiking boots only to fail to care for them properly. The last thing you want is pair of boots that are falling apart when you’re halfway through a harsh trail.

How to Clean Smelly Hiking Boots

No one likes a stink bomb, especially not after a long successful hike up a challenging trail on a mountain range. Unfortunately, moisture and microbes, the main culprits behind stinky boots, beg to disagree. If you find that your favorite pair of hiking boots stink to the high heavens, then it’s time push back.

How to Tie Hiking Boots to Prevent Blisters

An average hiker will spend a few hours tackling a challenging trail during each expedition. For the consummate hiker, a trip can be anything from a few days to a few weeks. Spending that much time can take a toll on your body, especially your feet. As such, you must take every possible measure to keep your feet safe, comfortable, and secure.

How Much Toe Room Do You Need in Hiking Boots

How much toe room do you need in hiking boots? This is the number one question a lot of hikers disregard whenever they purchase a pair of hiking boots. Well, most of them think that as long as the hiking boots fit them, they are good enough to be worn even during a long hike. However, […]