GearJunkie Picks the Best Hiking Shoes of 2024
From America’s Top Outdoor Gear Review Magazine
GearJunkie, a leading U.S. outdoor gear review platform, has selected the Altra Lone Peak 8 as the Best Overall Hiking Shoe for 2024.
Best Overall Hiking Shoe: Altra Lone Peak 8
The Lone Peak 8 retains its roomy toebox and zero-drop experience, featuring Ghillie lacing for customizable fit and a redesigned ripstop mesh upper for comfort and reduced weight. The MaxTrac rubber outsole provides excellent grip, making it highly rated for a natural feel and effective drainage across various terrains.
Best Budget Hiking Shoe: Merrell Moab 3
Merrell Moab 3 is a popular choice, offering excellent ventilation, durability with pigskin leather and mesh upper, and stability similar to hiking boots but with low-top freedom. While a bit stiff, it performs well on standard trails and is available in a waterproof version.
Best Water Hiking Shoe: Astral TR1 Water Hiking Shoe
The Astral TR1 is ideal for water-based activities, featuring quick-drying materials, drainage holes, and a mesh upper for ventilation. The sticky rubber sole provides great grip even in wet conditions, while its wide toebox and odor-resistant insole make it comfortable for hiking and water sports alike.
Best Summer Hiking Shoe: Salomon X Ultra 4 Low
Salomon X Ultra 4 Low is a lightweight, breathable shoe with a flexible sole and excellent grip, designed for summer hikes. It features Quicklace technology and mudguards, and is available in a waterproof version. Women’s sizes run a bit large, so ordering a half-size down is recommended.
Best Approach Hiking Shoe: La Sportiva TX4 EVO
La Sportiva TX4 EVO is designed for rugged, rocky terrain. It features eco-friendly Nubuck leather and Vibram Megagrip outsole for superior traction and durability. Its lace-to-toe design helps prevent foot movement, making it perfect for technical approaches and scrambling.
Other Top Picks:
- Oboz Sawtooth X Low
- HOKA Speedgoat 5
- Adidas Terrex Free Hiker GTX 2.0
- Brooks Cascadia 17
- Adidas Terrex Swift R3 GTX
- HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX
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