Hi-Tec Men's Ravine Lite Wp Walking Shoe

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I tested the boots out climbing Munros in and around Fort William and found them to be immediately trail-ready, providing a comfortable fit straight out of the box.

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They have Dri-Tec waterproof technology and to be honest I have not had to worry about getting my feet wet in any situation to this date. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. This group test includes ten of the best value hiking boots around, comparing features and performance. If you decide after your first dozen hikes that this is something that you’re wanting to keep up with, a higher quality pair of hiking boots will be a good next investment. The third iteration in the popular Quest series, this is a boot designed for fast and light hiking on technical terrain – think trail walking in the Pyrenees or scrambling in Snowdonia.

I found myself, as predicted, moving quickly and efficiently through the mountains with these on my feet during a 14-peak expedition in the Cairngorms. Salomon say it was developed with running shoe-adapted technology, the evidence of this being a slightly flexible chassis and a low-ish overall weight.

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And to add to that, we’ve done even more of the legwork for you here, by pulling together a list of the best value walking boots. The boots are made with a leather upper, offering massive durability with a breathable waterproof membrane that is so important in the UK climate.There is a nylon midsole insert to provide better cushioning and just enough padding around the top of the boot. The Merrell MQM Flex Mids are extremely comfortable (no blisters or pinch points here), grippy and waterproof. There is the look of a more high-end masculine boot here, but you still have the shape and sizes needed for women’s feet. While this might be one of the more expensive pairs of boots in this round-up, they’re still incredibly good value considering everything they offer. A comfortable PU footbed means that walkers will have each step cushioned with a soft interior, reducing the impact throughout the body.

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Merrell’s MQM Flex Mid GTX is a lightweight, protective, and waterproof boot designed for ‘moving quickly in the mountains’, as the brand puts it. As long as you are careful with the sizing and remember that they may feel a little heavier at first, the Hi-Tec walking boots should cause too many problems. This durable, high quality style is suitable for wear all year round, whether you're hitting the trails or just walking the dog! Underfoot, the outsole is a Halti GripmaxX Antislip rubber outsole with a phylon midsole made from EVA foam. Plenty of brands have stopped using these in the water repellent treatment that’s applied to the outer fabrics of their footwear – the DWR that makes water bead off – but not many have taken the extra step of removing all the nasty stuff contained in the waterproof membrane as well.

At the very least, we would recommend giving the boots a once over with Nikwax waterproofing spray for a little extra confidence. This full-grain leather construction with the thick rubber sole could make the shoe a little heavier than you are used to. Columbia’s Outdry technology is a one-piece membrane that seals the stitching and any other water ingress vulnerabilities. Below you’ll find our top picks for the best budget walking boots for UK hikers looking for a cheap pair that they can rely on.