To conquer a summit requires valor, drive, physical (and mental) strength, strategy and planning... and if you are accompanied by good boots, it will be even easier to achieve your goal. Because it is so, wearing boots well prepared to face the inclement weather and the harshness of the terrain can make our challenge more viable than if we do not worry about our footwear.
When choosing footwear, we have a lot at stake, to avoid sprains, tendinitis, contractures or blisters that can turn our desire to climb a mountain into an unparalleled ordeal. For this reason, we must opt for boots with a good fit to the feet, or with soles that cushion the blows well to avoid damaging the joints and are resistant, but of low density.
There are many factors to take into account. That is why we have prepared this list with three hiking boots to make the right choice at affordable prices, from the lowest to the highest price, also taking into account three of the most important brands in the sector: Salomon, Chiruca and The North Face. We start with the Chiruca Somiedo 12 GORE-TEX model.
For about 120 euros you can get this Chiruca model that has waterproof nubuck leather, so it is equipped with a more resistant leather than other similar shoes and greater resistance against the most significant impediments that you can find on the ground. It also has water-repellent Cordura. Not forgetting, of course, that you can also enjoy the GORE-TEX Performance Comfort lining.
Because they are waterproof and breathable, these hiking boots are specially designed for hiking.
The Chiruca Somiedo 12 GORE-TEX boot also has NG Xtra bi-density polyurethane sole and its weight is around 637 grams.
Men's boot with a price around 140 euros and a technical model spirit , directed with an eye on backpackers, as it enhances support, comfort and traction. Its weight is around 1236 grams per pair.
Among its features, although we will talk about some of them in more detail now, we must highlight its waterproof nubuck, waterproof GORE-TEX membrane, Smartlite PU protection in the toe, premium EVA insole Northotic Pro, gel cushioning in the heel, cushioning with Ortholite pads in the front and EVA CRADLE support, compression-molded EVA midsole, Vibram rubber outsole and HydroSeal waterproof membrane.
As we have seen, The North Face Verbera Hiker II GTX boot features GORE-TEX waterproof membrane that provides your feet with breathable protection and all-day coolness. It also has a premium Northotic Pro EVA footbed, as well as Ortholite cushioning to give your foot the support it needs for walking on demanding or uneven terrain, while the Vibram outsole offers exceptional grip on slippery surfaces.
Similarly, the waterproof fabric provides an impenetrable barrier of protection against moisture to ensure that the fabric is dry at all times.
With a sleek design and Running shoes technology, the Salomon X Ultra Mid 2 GTX mid-calf boot offers speed and waterproof GORE-TEX protection from adverse weather conditions all year round thanks to its inner liner. They are also lightweight at around 460 grams. This is the most expensive model of the three selected, but it has a lot of attractive features.
The Advanced Chassis and mid-cut ensure additional support in difficult terrain, as the mid-cut provides additional support and protection at the ankle, while the Advanced Chassis is an advanced, lightweight chassis between the sole and midsole that maximizes motion control and energy management. It is a great protection for effective and stable response.
Similarly, the bridge that connects the tongue to the upper acts as a barrier to the entry of grit inside the boot. All this accompanied by a protective rubber toe cap, faithful companion for your toes and their protection, which will avoid various discomforts in your movements.
The Salomon X Ultra Mid 2 GTX also sits on a molded Eva insole for great cushioning and anatomical support. The Sensifit system wraps the foot and ensures both a precise and secure fit . Not to mention the OrthoLite lining, which combines specific Ortholite foam with an EVA heel. Ortholite foam creates a cooler, drier, more hygienic and cushioned environment under the foot. It will not break down or lose effectiveness over time. It is made from recycled tires to protect the environment.
Finally, the EVA heel offers improved heel support and cushioning.
In addition, these boots are made of lightweight materials in order to reduce weight and are characterized, as we pointed out at the beginning, by an attractive design. They have an abrasion-resistant lining that provides great breathability and very fast drying. It should not be forgotten that the GORE-TEX Perfomance Comfort footwear keeps your feet both inside and out. Its RRP is around 150 euros.
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