Update: RUNNEA's selection of the Best Hiking shoes 2021 is now available.
Are you an unconditional, avowed and convinced mountain terrain enthusiast? If you're interested, know that you've landed in the right place, because at RUNNEA we tell you which are the 15 best Hiking shoes of 2020. In addition, we answer one of those key questions: Which trekking/hiking shoe should I buy? We offer you the keys to make your choice and your purchase a success.
It's the perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities, isn't it? We talk about Hiking shoes because, of course, they are a basic in your adventurer's kit, whether you are a beginner or more experienced. In addition to recommending you the most outstanding models, we also offer you a series of guidelines that you need to look at when buying this mountain sports footwear, and maximize your experience in any type of trail to follow and on which you leave your mark.
These are the best Hiking shoes 2020
The voice of the user and the runner is very important for the staff that make up RUNNEA, so in this article we include the best Hiking shoes for you to enjoy your libre adventures in the remainder of the year. It is worth mentioning the abundant presence of Salomon or Salewa models, reference firms in mountain sports. Without further ado, we enter fully into this list that we have prepared for you.
Adidas Terrex Agravic Boa
Get the most out of your routes with the Adidas Terrex Agravic Boa. A model that includes the best features of the trail models, but without neglecting the protection for which trekking shoes are characterized. We are talking about a versatile shoe, with a very effective shock absorption on any type of surface. Comfort, grip and protection go hand in hand in this delivery of the German firm.
Adidas Terrex Swift R2 GTX
The Adidas Terrex Swift R2 GTX stands out for the addition of the Goretex membrane compared to its original version. Whatever the terrain and weather you face, these Adidas shoes will guarantee maximum safety. With optimal cushioning capacity, they are without a doubt, an ideal choice for long mountain runs.
CMP Rigel Low Trekking Waterproof
Get the most out of your hiking routes with these CMP Rigel Low Trekking Waterproof; a shoe that incorporates the best features of trail shoes without leaving aside the protection of hiking boots. Comfortable and versatile, it is a shoe capable of offering a quality response on any type of surface, which stands out for its excellent quality/price ratio.
Boreal Saurus
The Boreal SaurusHiking shoes will allow you to enjoy excellent cushioning and great shock absorption so that your joints do not suffer while moving on mountain surfaces. Likewise, the Vibram rubber compound will offer you great stability, fabulous traction and at the same time, increase the durability of the model so that you can enjoy it for longer.
Columbia Canyon Point
The Columbia Canyon Point is a reference Hiking shoes from the Portland firm, which stands out for being a very versatile and comfortable model. At the same time, they come waterproofed with its Waterproof fabric. They also include a Techlite midsole that provides lightweight cushioning, but also a greater degree of comfort. Designed for any hiking route that you propose to do, thanks to its Omin-Grip sole, capable of improving traction on the most difficult terrain.
adidas Terrex Hikster
The adidas Terrex HiksterHiking shoes are a model that incorporates EVA foam in the midsole, a foam that will increase the feeling of comfort and lightness that you will feel when you use them in your adventures in the mountains. In addition, the Traxion outsole will allow you to enjoy a sensational grip, even on the most uneven surfaces.
Mammut Alnasca Knit Low
With the Mammut Alnasca Knit LowHiking shoes, you will be able to move with total safety and confidence through the mountain terrains thanks to the technologies implemented in them, technologies such as the Michelin rubber compound that we can find in the outsole and that will offer us outstanding grip and traction. In addition, this model will also provide excellent cushioning and extraordinary support and fit.
Merrell Moab 2 Goretex
The Merrel Moab 2 Goretex is an all-terrain model for athletes looking for maximum support, protection and shock absorption to work on the most complex terrain in total comfort. An effective and robust silhouette of Merrel that bets for quality materials and the most innovative technologies of the moment.
Salewa Dropline
Designed for mountaineers looking for long routes with maximum comfort and speed, the Salewa Dropline stands out for a precise and enveloping fit that guarantees unprecedented protection for mountain lovers. Its lightweight construction promotes greater freedom of movement so you can tackle the steepest of turns in complete safety.
Lowa Aerox Goretex Lo
The Hiking shoes Lowa Aerox Goretex Lo, will guarantee you a fabulous cushioning and a great absorption of the impacts so that your joints do not suffer while you move through the most complex surfaces. In addition, its upper will provide support and a sensational fit and at the same time will ensure great breathability so you can keep your feet cool at all times. Finally, the outsole, in addition to offering great traction and grip, will increase the life of the shoe.
Salewa Wildfire Edge
The Salewa WIldfire Edge is another of the most outstanding novelties of one of the reference firms in mountain sports. Thus, this model brings us a particular fit with lacing system with the best features and technologies Salewa. Technical shoes that are suitable for both trekking and climbing, always maintaining optimum comfort.
Salomon Granitik 2 GTX
The Salomon Granitik 2 GTXHiking shoes are a model that will offer great cushioning and sensational stability, as its midsole is made of injected EVA. Similarly, its upper, has the Gore-tex membrane that will prevent water from entering inside the shoe, while its Contagrip sole will guarantee excellent grip, even on the most difficult terrain.
Salomon X Raise Goretex
With the Salomon X Raise GoretexHiking shoes you can enjoy the most in your mountain adventures, and is that among other things, they will provide fabulous cushioning and traction and extraordinary grip thanks to its Contagrip sole that will allow you to move with confidence, even on the most difficult surfaces. Finally, it should also be noted that its Quicklace lacing system, which you can put on and take off very quickly, will ensure a personalized and precise fit.
Salomon Millstream 2
The Salomon Millstream 2Hiking shoes not only stand out for their great quality/price ratio, but also for their performance, since it is a model capable of offering you the grip you need to walk on different surfaces, but also optimum comfort and breathability that will make you enjoy each of your outings in the mountains. EVA material in the midsole; SensiFit system in the upper; and Contragrip sole to give you all the features you need to enjoy hiking without any distractions.
Salomon X Ultra 3 GTX
We finish our selection with the Salomon X Ultra 3 GTX, trail shoes that are positioned as an attractive option for maximum performance and quality in the mountain routes. Thus, the third edition of the Salomon X Ultra Goretex improves the user experience, offering greater protection, breathability, traction and comfort at all times!
The keys to choosing the right trekking shoe for your needs
Although there are common elements, vaya without saying that a hiking shoe is not the same as an approach shoe, or a high-mountain model, although they all fit into the same bag of Hiking shoes. All of them have their differentiating elements, and therefore, this post is intended to be practical, as a basic guide, to know what are the strategic points to which priority should be given when considering a purchase of these characteristics.
It is not the same thing to think about hiking routes little rugged, rather easy, and little technical; that decide for more alpine adventures on rougher and steeper terrain. Each mountain activity requires a specific shoe for a specific use.
Photo: Salomon (Facebook)
There are many details to take into account, such as the type of upper (low, medium and high); or the waterproof or non-waterproof fabric, among others. But what is really important is:
Level of adherence and grip.
Obviously, at this point we are talking about the type of sole, as it could not be otherwise. It is therefore of vital importance that the type of compound is slip-resistant and wear-resistant. Here the tread pattern will also play a key role: whether the lugs are more prominent or not, as well as their orientation and arrangement, and their design. Thus, as a general rule, more aggressive soles are optimized for more technical and difficult terrain, while less aggressive soles are oriented towards less technical terrain.
Level of protection
A characteristic element that cannot be missing in Hiking shoes, as well as in hiking boots, is the rubber toe cap reinforcement. But obviously, this front part is not the only strategic point of the shoe where attention must be paid to reinforce protection. Parts such as the rear area, the heel, the ankle, and even the instep itself can also have elements that protect against external elements, which can end up giving us a scare.
Level of stability
The particularities of mountain terrain imply more uneven footing, something that increases vaya risk of slips, falls and injuries, so it is also important to look at what kind of stabilizing elements the model comes with. Thus, the most technical materials are usually placed in the sole and midsole to ensure the necessary support in each stride. Preserving physical integrity is essential in the mountains.
Level of breathability
The waterproofing of the shoes ensures that your feet stay dry at all times, especially in wetter climates. In addition to these waterproof membranes lining the upper, it is also important to evaluate the degree of breathability offered by the model in order to avoid possible overheating of the foot, and thus contribute to more comfortable mountaineering, without losing sight of the safety aspect.
The union of all these levels results in the trekking shoe's ability to provide you with a specific degree of safety and comfort to help you make your hiking routes as rewarding as possible. You know that those who try in the mountains, end up repeating.
Read more news about: Running News
