Hiking and back packing foot wear guide

Selecting Hiking Boots


You will find some people hiking in any shoes when they are not sure what they are doing, but it is important to wear the correct foot wear when treking over any abnormal terrane. Hiking boots secure your foot into place a lot more so there is less friction and not as much rubbing. Also being water proof you are better equipt through snow and streams. Waterproof boots without a separate tongue are great as they protect your foot up to the top of the laces. Look out for breathable boots as if they are waterproof but not beathable then it will feel like you are wearing trash bags on your feet. Hiking boots come in both high and low tops. If you are climbing over rocks where your feet are twisting you will need more support so go for the high tops, otherwise you are prone to spraining an ankle.

When trying on your boots try wearing two socks as you may need to wear these in extra cold climates. When tying your laces make then really tight but not so you are cutting of the circulation and always use the metal braces.If you are able to, try to walk down a steep surface forwards, making sure that your toes are not crammed into the end.

Take an old pair of running shoes with you as when you get to the base camp you are going to want to give your feet a break from the hardcore hiking boots. Running shoes can come in handy when you are running out of day light and need to get back to your camp. You can also do quite well in them if you are forced to hike in them.

Socks

Socks are really important as with the wrong pair leading to severe blisters can stop you from walking altogether. The regularly used hiking socks used to be made of wool , but as wool does not dry very quickly synthetic wool has been developed. They are very warm, dry fast and prevent blisters. As your foot health is so important when hiking it is a good idea to take many pairs, perhaps one for each day. Never opt for a cheap pair as the better the quality the less likely it is you are going to create sores and blisters.
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