What should I look for in hiking shoes?

Answer by  joshm89 (491)

The first thing is comfort. If you plan to hike a long ways, you need comfort. Also, the type of terrain if you are going to run, choose basque.

Answer by  jendg09 (85)

When buying hiking shoes, it is extremely important to look for quality. Make sure the soles of the shoes seem very sturdy, because you do not want them falling apart! Also you should look for high quality leather, since leather is very durable.

Answer by  sarah237 (385)

When buying hiking shoes you should look for the thickness of the leather and the soles should be hard or soft.Soft is for grass and dirt and hard is for rocky terrain.

Answer by  jaljl25 (547)

Just look for the grip in the shoes and you want to make sure they are very comfortable to walk in. Also look if they can tread easily up and down.

Answer by  LaurenBean (32)

First and foremost, you want a thick sole that is durable enough to provide a buffer between your foot and uneven terrain. Second, hiking shoes should provide ankle support as well as comfort.