can anyone recommend a good pair of hiking boots - /out/

Anonymous10/06/25, 08:24No.2843610

can anyone recommend a good pair of hiking boots? price doesn't really matter, i'm just trying to get a decent pair of boots that won't bust a hole straight through the bottom like my last pair (my walking posture is fine)

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Anon10/06/25, 11:16No.2843624

Most boots by reputable companies out there are fine for what they do. The important thing is that the boot fits the shape of your foot. So go to a shop and try some on, then check the internet what the reputation of the company is.

Anon10/06/25, 15:26No.2843645

First question: Do you really need boots? Unless you're hiking in cold and wet weather, trail runners or approach shoes with merino wool socks are most likely the better option.If you do need them, see:

Anon10/06/25, 19:25No.2843684

Haix combat boots, in the tropical version for humid conditions. They are quite sturdy, a fellow mate drove his SUV over my foot once, I didn't even got any bruises. And easy to maintain, while keeping your feet dry. Got them from a surplus store for 70 bucks in new condition.

Anon10/07/25, 05:39No.2843740

>high heel Why? Who thought it's a good idea to fuck up the feet?

Anon10/07/25, 23:34No.2843871

I just wear crocs or trailrunners with wool socks.I've hiked 2000+ miles.Come at me /out/

Anon10/08/25, 01:07No.2843887

Please use the generals for these kinds of simple questions. We don't want to endlessly repeat the same answers, or have a hundred pointless threads.

Anon10/08/25, 10:10No.2843928

I like my Hanwag Tatras, but you should really go to a store, try some on and find one that fits you perfectly.

Anon10/08/25, 11:53No.2843934

>you'll be fine in sneakers

Anon10/09/25, 19:51No.2844129

Just make sure the soles are not glued on. I was a mog and got a pair with that shit, lasted 2 years with maintenance. Theese are way better with soles meltet to the boot. Pic related is Alfa M77

Anon10/10/25, 00:09No.2844152

If you want a "forever" boot, spend $400 on a pair of all-leather Lowas that have replaceable soles.

Anon10/11/25, 14:01No.2844384

ive been using these for 3 years, they are fantastic. no longer being made, gl finding your size. i paid just over $100 on a 60% off sale

Anon10/11/25, 19:17No.2844430

Usually Jim Greens barefoot african troopers if I *have* to, that is - during snowy or very wet and cold enviorment. Other than that Ive used my old vivobarefoot trackers as daily footwear during these cold times. But when they eventually break ill likely get a pair of jim green barefoot african rangers. Other than that I usually just wear thin sandals or go barefoot. I mostly hike in norway.

Anon10/13/25, 00:52No.2844627

I grew up in Louisiana and there was a lot of black locust and osage in the woods behind our house, Jungle boots with the steel plates were absolutely worth it to avoid those 3" long needles going through your foot.

Anon10/13/25, 01:13No.2844630

You dont need boots you obese retard trail runners to much more better

Anon10/27/25, 05:18No.2846782

Keene makes good stuff, my wife wears them, I wear Morrel.

Anon11/10/25, 14:35No.2848410

https://www.reddit.com/r/hikinggear/comments/1oh7mpp/for_those_of_you_with_hiking_footwear_questions/there is a really nice write up on what to look out for in a boot.the most important thing though, and it is mentioned in the text as well, is to go to a shop and try on some boots. i am lucky enough to have a shop in my area with very knowledge-able customer service. i did not end up buying the shoe i wanted, but i did end up buying one that i am super happy with. it's super comfortable, perfect fit, don't get any blisters after 8 hours+ of walking.

Anon11/11/25, 00:58No.2848557

Kenetrek

Anon11/11/25, 11:14No.2848610

I bought a pair of vans hiking shoes cause they looked cool and I wanted some casual shoes from them and they had buy one get one. they seem really nice, heavier than hiking shoes from soloman or altra or something. interested to see how they hold up.

Anon11/13/25, 11:25No.2848979

https://a.co/d/10p0Phx

Anon11/29/25, 22:31No.2851600

palladium boots are what I wear

Anon11/29/25, 22:35No.2851601

I just pulled out a pair of 2010ish army/socom issue vg2 and I kinda want to buy a pair. If they still make anything like them.My favorite army boots were oakleys, but we got a pair of vg2 every year just because we were uncle Sam's favorite sappers.

Anon11/30/25, 04:48No.2851655

Anon12/21/25, 06:44No.2854674

what does it mean if my hiking shoes give me pain in the front of the shoe after walking a bit and climbing down are they small or is it the material

Anon12/23/25, 04:24No.2854997

>can anyone recommend a good pair of hiking boots? price doesn't really matter If money is no object Limmer, if you're willing to wait they do a custom last to your foot, but their off the shelf boots are incredible Meindl Perfekt Steinkogler, multiple models Dundas Store Bjørn Hanwag (most are dogshit) Bergell Top or Sepp 100

Anon12/30/25, 02:03No.2855743

Just get jim green razorbacks

Anon01/05/26, 06:41No.2856481

How long do you think is a good use out of boots? Meaning if you but a pair and they last you 2-3 years is that a good purchase? My mentality is I want a camping gear set, which includes clothing and footwear that could last me forever and out of all of the kit footwear is the one I have no clue about. It also happens to be one of the most expensive purchase parts of my kit.

Anon01/05/26, 13:14No.2856511

Can you guys recommend me a cold weather waterproof anti slip boot? Would these be any good for that? I love my Valsetz but they’re slippery as hell in wet conditions so I was worried these would be the same way https://www.amazon.com/Under-Armour-Mens-Waterproof-Boots/dp/B0BZ92YRCR/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.OopkX1C6sJ2jH84DQNOYH4U91HfZIgPHbu8EpFdhMGQ96Mv5NvAFppzvNXUJmBxsKLTuFB9RASg7gjIgdyXFktOuPmVEqNEdS9CP-1C3v9CyWc_jfxyeFmTv1fqv7P0_-1MTINzM4EntWKXGeDvDHROUlt21weT7L8acroT40gZ0n0ZJvmHP07Tjn83NstTpE2ga1OyI_AEdVlgdoiynJQ.EMHe-wN3oOJ-yKzoa-r3wiwbGKukrcIPL7MC-GFw1ys&dib_tag=se&keywords=under%2Barmor%2Bboots%2Bwater&qid=1767389764&sr=8-1&th=1&psc=1

Anon01/08/26, 12:48No.2856836

What are some good cold weather non-slip boots?

Anon01/10/26, 17:28No.2857090

Razorbacks

Anon01/11/26, 18:22No.2857248

You're welcome.

Anon01/12/26, 19:59No.2857401

Pro tip: Min maxing and choosing a jack of all trade shoe/boot is bad. Unless you realistically can only expect to go /out/ in certain weather conditions, you'll find that having a pair of waterproof boots and a pair of breathable trail runners is the best move. Yeah its extra money but both will last longer since they're being used less, and the options of having something better suited for hot/dry/clean or wet/cold/dirty pay dividends over being uncomfortable in most situations. If you don't want to buy them both at once, just prioritize the pair that fits the scenario you hike the most in.

Anon01/14/26, 20:24No.2857647

I've given a lot of advice here without a lot of recommendations due to the awful QC and high amount of shilling with boots. This is what I would get unless work demands something specific. >General Purpose Merrel Moab. Why? Value. The goretex won't last forever and the upper could use work but there's a reason it's the most bought boot. >Barefoot Vivobarefoot Esc Tracker/Forest. Why? Only barefoot shoe with a solid upper/lower and held together by stitching. Not too hard to get a 20% off code when recommending to others. Runner up for value would be Belleville Mini-Mil Shoe/Boot. >Quality Boot Zamberlan. Why? Generally the Europeans make the best boots. Meindl/Lowa are the big names. As an American you have an issue where these boots can be subjected to long term storage compromising the durability of them. Zamberlan uses the best designs that utilize minimum stitching and maximum leather. I find their goretex generally works the longest as well whereas most fail within a year. Picrel. They have wider fitting models but some are narrow. >Welted value Jim Green Africa/Tyre Sole. Generally I don't recommend welted cause they're too heavy and bad on your body (heel strike). The thick soles you see in PNW boots doesn't translate to durability as a lot of it is either cut out internally or excessive foam for cushioning. The 'barefoot' Jim Green's are too thin for being a blown rubber (cushier but less durable) so don't recommend them either. The Tyre sole branches this gap. For boots, I want under 3 pounds unless required (frigid conditions, steel toe, etc). The Africa is thinner but a harder rubber whereas the Tyre is thicker but a blown rubber. >Welted Zamberlan/Limmer Boots. The latter is made by Meindl. I'd choose the former as I find limmer's too narrow and Zamberlan has better outsoles.

Anon01/20/26, 23:42No.2858326

What's the best brand that currently makes jungle boots like in OP's pic? Preferably with the steel plates but I feel like those would be hard to find on the civilian market these days.

Anon02/10/26, 04:33No.2860818

Are aspen boots suitable for out

Anon02/14/26, 15:43No.2861185

Im looking for something wide, most of the retailers dont have filtering with how wide top of the foot is, I have a freaking fin of a feet, very wide and flat, cannot find anything good in 48 size, any company that makes more wide shoes?

Anon02/16/26, 02:52No.2861335

Think about what you're using them for.I own a pair of Merrel military-esque boots, and they incredibly lightweight. Wear them everyday. Salomon is great too.Yet to really understand the trail runners debate. I own a pair of them, but if I'm out somewhere isolated I want to protect my feet from snakes and rough terrain.

Anon03/15/26, 02:46No.2863574

best i've foundhttps://www.lemsshoes.com/products/mens-boulder-summit-waterproof?variant=39751081459770&country=US

Anon03/16/26, 08:52No.2863737

I have pic rel boots. These are old model baltes jungle boots used by the bundeswehr. Good ventilation and quite wide, usually I cannot fit any normal boots on my feet because of narrow toe box, but these are comfy. Right now I wear them daily, walking, running, driving and get no sore feet or blisters.

Anon03/16/26, 16:14No.2863753

im going on a hike that involves a few knee deep river crossings. my buddy said i should wear 6" hiking boots for this one my only pair with ankle support are water proof. i filled my bathtub to see how they act submerged in water and they do fill up and hold water im leaving for this in 2 days and i dont have time or money to buy new shoes. should i sacrifice ankle support and go with my ultralights or fuck it and do it in crocs?

Anon03/16/26, 19:59No.2863762

Get you a pair of these bad boys. March your ass to Greece and back.

Anon03/16/26, 22:08No.2863767

I've been /out/ for a few winters and don't see the point in boots. If it's raining and you're walking around in mud and you don't have any great way to dry your socks then a pair of sandals makes more sense to me. Worked for the Romans. Am I a total moron?

Anon04/20/26, 18:26No.2866729

I'm a guide in the BWCAW, and I use the Astral TR1 Merge 2.0. These are made to get wet, so if you're doing anything water-based like canoe camping they're what I would get. Unfortunately they get a bit of wear on them, but I've only noticed that because I put an insane amount of miles on them when I'm out on the water for 3 months at a time. They're also a great caving shoe, I just did a cave rescue class in them and they held up great. The ankle support, drainage, and soles are great, I just beat the hell out of mine.

Anon05/06/26, 15:08No.2867990

managed to nab nike woodside for really cheap

Anon05/07/26, 11:16No.2868040

Boreal Maipo. You can go up to a 20k, they are not double boots, but they might be one of the most solid rigid boots out there. They are indestructible, cheap and comfortable. You don't need princess feet like with La Sportiva, their foot bed is pretty wide.

Anon05/16/26, 13:41No.2868830

>can anyone recommend a good pair of hiking boots? My Dad is a lifelong Elk hunter, and has tried MANY different brands of boots. He swears by "Asolo", and due to the hype, is now using "Crispi", and he likes those too. I have a pair of "Asolo" that do the job.

Anon05/18/26, 18:43No.2869019

I use boots for autumn-winter: Merrell Speed Strike 2 Mid And trail runner sneakers for spring-summer: Altra Lone Peak 9+Both are great

Anon06/18/26, 08:26No.2872321

Are there any warm weather (not-insulated, non-membrane) high boots that are NOT zogcore ""tactical"" army boots?

Anon06/24/26, 03:52No.2872766

Scored a pair of these for 20 bucks and I'm hoping they are decent. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive with the negatives seemingly having tried to use them as walking shoes on the pavement or climbing shoes. Still, ill report back if they feel good on the trails and are durable.

Anon06/27/26, 17:04No.2873104

Unless you live in swamp land boots are not necessary and actually a detriment. Arguably jungle is as humid as swamp land and would be fair.>ankle support fuck off ain't no situation this is actually viable, you need to build up your stabilizers. which requires hiking without support.

Anon06/30/26, 04:58No.2873352

i just wear my steel cap boots from work :/ they're comfy man idc

Anon06/30/26, 20:13No.2873400

I use lightweight, breathable, not waterproof shoes for hiking. It is so much better to have the sweat from your feet actually able to evaporate. I have my work boots for when it's muddy. It kind of sucks when it's muddy and I don't realize it ahead of time and wear the wrong shoes but normally you can get around puddles if you just walk far enough around them.

Anon07/11/26, 08:15No.2874273

I'm trying to make two-shoe system work. >light runners and polyurethane rainbootsCarrying extra shoes was super awkward tho

Anon07/11/26, 19:05No.2874315

I rate these https://www.grisport.co.uk/walking-boots-c78/fuse-trekking-boot-brown-waxed-leather-p941

Anon07/13/26, 20:11No.2874488

Lowa zypher or lowa renegades

Anon07/14/26, 01:43No.2874503

I've got these things and they work pretty well

Anon07/20/26, 19:21No.2875168

>the real sign of an outist vs a larpist

Anon07/21/26, 01:22No.2875201

>anon wants to return to /fa/ hell you're not ready to have this conversation, are you son?

Anon08/01/26, 22:49No.2876408

salomon quest gtx or whatever they called.

Anon08/02/26, 02:24No.2876424

I just fell for Danners, two of the guys I hunt with wear them and have told me for a few years I should get a pair. Didn't know they run narrow, so now they're at the local cobbler getting stretched.

Anon08/05/26, 00:38No.2876711

i was in the civil air patrol in high school and we were issued all these military clothes to wear and they made us wear these boots they were the most horrible fucking things ever it was like wearing woodchippers on each foot my feet would get destroyed in these things

Anon08/11/26, 02:42No.2877293

Any recommendations on companies who makes a 4e boot?

Anon08/15/26, 06:51No.2877660

I have the moab 3 waterproof version and in like 10 minutes under the rain they get wet inside. Im planning on doing the O circuit in torres del paine will nikwax them be enough or should i consider buying other boots? (they do get thight with thick socks)

Anon08/15/26, 12:50No.2877678

I have a pair of Lundhags boots for wet and snowy weather and a pair of merrell shoes for dry weather. Love both. The merrells are on their last legs but they're in expensive to replace. The lundhags are unlined so I don't have to worry about failures in the lining and I predict they'll last me a good long time.

Anon08/30/26, 15:26No.2878999

Any opinions on Nike SFBs?

Anon09/09/26, 16:18No.2879766

I ordered two pairs of Terrex shoes taking advantage of the 30% off sale. im going to keep one and return the other.I had a pair for eastrails before and they were very comfy, and came in bright, funky colors. unfortunately only black was on sale.which one should I keep?

Anon09/10/26, 14:35No.2879894

Here is my current collection.

Anon09/11/26, 02:25No.2879953

how would these fare for desert hiking and some rock scrambling?

Anon09/16/26, 09:50No.2880337

I have a pair of meindl boots, not entirely sure what model but they are in the comfort fit line which allows for my wider foot to actually fit. I'm 180cm 100kg. I've used them for at least 1200km and they seem to be holding up very well with some regular maintenance and cleaning. The tread is showing wear at the heel because I have poor form. Might need to replace the soles in the next few hundred kms. My dad also has a pair of meindls and he had them re-soled a while back after god knows how much use. They're doing as well now as in their first few hikes.My wife has a similar pair of Hanwag boots. Really similar story to my own.My previous boots were Lowa but their shape couldn't handle my wider foot, and they perished before their time because of it. They did feel a bit lighter, but also less supportive than the Meindls. The Meindls can get more than toasty and I bring a third pair of socks because of it, but I run hot in any context.In my experience meindl and hanwag both are brands that just fucking slap and keep going for years and years. Lowa seems a more casual but good boot to me. You can also consider if trail runners isn't a better option for you. Most of all don't pick a boot and learn to love it. Go to outdoor specialty stores and try out a bunch of shoes. Find what you like and talk to the people there. Dont buy the first pair that fits, either. Really take your time to make a shortlist before choosing.

Anon09/16/26, 10:32No.2880340

>can anyone recommend a good pair of hiking boots? climate? terrain? biome?I'm just gonna assume something like <3000m elevation in temperate seasonal climate so rarely snow, mostly montane to alpine zone think European alps, Pyrenees or Appalachian>Meindl some of the best, long lived hiking boots for the described scenario that exist >Lowa my other pair of boots is from them and all my casual stuff (yes I wear low rise hiking boots every day) >La Sportiva they have "normal" hiking boots as well (alongside their highly specialized stuff) especially if go more into climbing, their soles are really goodnotable good >Salewa >Scarpa >Helly Hansen >Zamberlan >Boreal had pairs of them but again Lowa & Meindl are my favorites