At RUNNEA we are used to offering you the best advice on running shoes and trail running shoes. However, we do not forget that many of you, as it happens in our team, love mountain activities even without feeling the need to run in nature.
That's why today we want to bring you a special list with some of the best hiking boots on the market today. But not only that, we want to bring you those must-have models for every mountain lover that incorporate the renowned Gore-Tex technology as a whole, so you can make the most of every moment on the trails, whatever the conditions. Here we go!
Top 10 best Gore-Tex hiking boots of 2024
As we anticipated, in this list you can find a great selection of walking boots with Gore-Tex that have been specially selected by RUNNEA experts as the best of the year 2024. A wide range of models with waterproofing as their flagship but that will also provide your hikes with the best protection, traction and cushioning on the market. Which one do you choose?
Adidas Terrex AX4 Mid Gore-Tex
The adidas Terrex AX4 Mid Gore-Tex are walking boots prepared to offer the greatest comfort, dynamism and support in all your hiking adventures. It is a mid-cut model characterized by great lightness, breathability and stability. The Gore-Tex membrane in its upper offers perfect protection against external elements such as rain, mud and humidity. As if that were not enough, its EVA midsole and its wear-resistant design make it one of the lightest, most comfortable and complete walking boots in the adidas cat. All this in a set that maintains an upper with at least 50% recycled material.
Salomon X Ultra 4 Mid Gore-Tex
The Salomon X Ultra 4 Mid Gore-Tex are walking boots designed to face your most demanding outings, whatever the conditions. We are talking about the fourth edition of a mid-cut model neo for enjoying any type of route, regardless of the conditions or the surface to be traversed. It is a model that stands as the new addition to the Salomon trekkingcat, which has been designed with the new Advanced Chassis that addresses the joints of the outside of the foot to improve stability at all times without neglecting or limiting the natural mobility of the foot. In addition, its Gore-Tex membrane will allow you to use them at all times, whatever the weather conditions of the moment. Some features that encompass a lightweight set, weighing only 425 grams, a weight not high compared to other boots in its range.
Merrell MQM 3 Mid Gore-Tex
The Merrell MQM 3 Mid Gore-Tex is the third version of one of the brand's best-selling boots and, as its name suggests, "Moving Quickly in the Mountains", is designed for fast walking during our mountain hikes. This new version features exceptional cushioning, comfort and grip.
HOKA Trail Code GORE-TEX
The HOKA Trail Code GORE-TEX are walking boots that offer great lightness and versatility. We are talking about boots designed with some of the best materials and technologies of the company. Some of the most important technical details of these HOKA Trail Code GORE-TEX are found in its upper with the well-known Gore-Tex membrane, which offers perfect waterproofing and proven against any inclement weather. In addition, with a HUBBLE heel with SwallowTail geometry, the HOKA Trail Code GORE-TEX uses a new responsive foam for exceptional cushioning. They also feature a Vibram Megagrip compound outsole for great traction and grip on all types of terrain, thanks in part to prominent, multi-directional 5 lugs. Keeping the 9 millimeters of drop and 434 grams of weight, ideal for fast and light hiking.
Lowa Renegade Gore-Tex Mid
The Lowa Renegade Gore-Tex Mid are one of the most famous walking boots of the company. Its fine and avant-garde aesthetics makes them a perfect model for light and agile mountain excursions, without lacking the necessary comfort and safety of all outdoor equipment. These are walking boots to enjoy your passion for nature in a light and dynamic way. They stand out for their Vibram compound outsole, with maximum grip and traction, their PU midsole with great cushioning and their heel stabilizer.
Garmont Ascent GTX
The Garmont Ascent GTX are ideal for different sports activities. Thanks to its versatility we can perform mountain routes through technical terrain, high mountain trekking and even the most technical and complicated via ferrata. The upper features a very extensive lacing system while the upper incorporates a waterproof Gore-Tex Performance Comfort membrane that will keep our feet dry and protected at all times. It features an X FrameFlex Fibreglass insole and Vibram Nepal outsole, a hard compound with reinforcements designed to improve grip on technically challenging terrain.
Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid GTX
The Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid GTX are walking boots perfected for mountaineering. It is a semi-rigid boots designed to face any type of adventure or expedition in the mountains. A model of maximum impermeability thanks to its Gore-Tex membrane, with the quality and technologies of the most important alpine boots on the market. A model that comes with a TPU midsole, a weight of 700 grams and a drop of 13 millimeters to make the most of all your adventures in the mountains.
Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid GTX
Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid GTX
La Sportiva Stream GTX
La Sportiva Stream GTX is a walking boot model designed for fast hiking. We are talking about a mid-cut model that integrates innovative solutions that are part of La Sportiva's DNA. Ideal for modern hikers and mountaineers, La Sportiva Stream GTX is a walking boot that stands out for its ability to face diverse terrain and weather conditions, always ensuring maximum comfort and performance. In addition, GORE-TEX technology is one of the most outstanding features, providing unprecedented breathability and total waterproof protection. They feature an upper with Nano-Cells 2.0 structure, composed of super-breathable cells, as well as the Stability Control System (SBT), an anti-torsion stabilization system that integrates the ventilation holes of GORE-TEX SURROUND technology and improves stability by reducing the risk of twisting on uneven terrain. As if that were not enough, the Vibram XS Trek outsole provides superior grip on all types of surfaces, ensuring optimal traction and safety with every step.
Scarpa Rush TRK Gore-Tex
With the Scarpa Rush TRK Gore-Tex we are talking about walking boots designed for your most complete trekking or hiking outings, in the middle of the mountain, for one or several days. A model of great support and stability, which will offer the best protection and durability even in adverse moments. A model with a suede leather upper and rubber toe cap, backed by GORE-TEX for guaranteed protection against the elements. Underfoot support, protection and traction come courtesy of the exclusive PRESA TKR-10 outsole with Interactive Kinetic System (IKS) technology , while the Dynamic Stabilizer Torsion frame supports the arch and wraps the heel on both sides.
Aku Reactive GTX
The AKU Reactive GTX is a walking boot that has quality materials and technologies to provide maximum protection and comfort during your routes and activities in the mountains. The upper of the boot is made of suede and has protections in those areas where greater protection is required, such as the front and the heel area. It incorporates a Gore-Tex membrane that, in addition to protecting and keeping our feet dry if we walk on wet or muddy terrain, does not penalize us in the aspect of breathability. Besides, the midsole of the boot has a dual density EVA foam heel combined with the Tenuta Grip tread. All this with an approximate weight of 515 grams per boot.
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