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Question: What big brand shoe manufacturers make leather free footwear for hiking?
I know this isn’t a food question but I thought a vegetarian or vegan could help. I don’t care for leather and was wondering what big brand companies (e.g. Columbia, Keen, Timberland), make leather free footwear that is suitable for hiking?
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Answer by Celtic Tejas
My daughter finds DSW, Payless & a few others carrying leather free products. I’m sorry I think you need to go on line or call the companies of those you listed.
Question: Which hiking shoe is best when one must swim and cross streams as well as go over rocky areas?
I will be hiking in Maui, and some of the hikes involve walking across or through streams, and swimming to get to the next part of the trail. I don’t want to switch shoes out, because it would be a hassle to keep one pair of shoes dry. I feel comfortable spending around $ 100 if needed, because I don’t want any blisters or sore feet while on vacation! Can you recommend a shoe for me?
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Answer by Ferc Star
I am currently hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and I use Salomon Techamphibian 2 water shoes for crossing rivers.
Question: What features should I look for in a hiking shoe?
I want to buy quality hiking shoes for moderate to difficult hiking trails and I am totally lost. There so much selection of material, thread, cushion and whatnot… What features are the most important for comfort & safety? What brands should I look at? Is it a good idea to order them online?
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Answer by guitar4peace
It almost depends on what area of the country you are living/hiking in. For wet areas I recommend leather boots with Gore-tex. I hike daily for my job as a forester and boots are the most important things I own. I am a big fan of the brand Vasque, but also like Merril and Montrail. You need comfort, support, and traction. I recommend going to an outdoors store and trying on a few pairs to get the right sizing and to find a model that feels the best to you. Then if you’d like find them online, sometimes they can be found cheaper. Just for your information the best hiking sandal I have found is Chaco. I am completely in love with them.
Question: What is the best type of shoe to wear while hiking in the Grand Canyon and other parks nearby?
My girlfriend and I are going to the Grand Canyon but we’ll also be going to Zion and Bryce. The hiking will only be a few miles at a time, none of this half day or all day stuff.
Will a good pair of gym shoes like Nike or New Balance be OK or do you suggest boots?
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Answer by loves christmas lights
High tops, boots or high sneakers that are comfy, adn provide lots of protection against plants and snakes. Wear jeans too.
Question: What is the difference between a trail running shoe and a hiking shoe?
I have been hiking a lot lately and have just been using my nike running shoes, I have been struggling as I have been getting into steeper terrain, so I am needing a better hiking shoe, will trail running shoes work, or do I have to get hiking shoes?
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Answer by Mermaid Girl
for running, you don’t want a chunky shoe that you would need for hiking.you want a lightweight, fitting shoe. for hiking, you want a comfortable, protective boot.