What to Look for in Good Hiking Shoes

Mar 04, 2021

Check out what top six features you need to have in your next pair of good quality hiking shoes.

1. Waterproofing or Water Resistance

Whether you do creek crossings or the trail is wet with dew, you want waterproof or resistant hiking shoes to keep your feet as dry as possible. 

2. Arch Support & Stability

Avoid the wobbles or rolled ankles with a stable heel counter, arch support and midsole stabilisers including a nylon shank. 

3. Cushioning for Long-Hike Comfort

Comfort comes in the form of dual-density midsoles, EVA foam, and a BUNGEE midsole top layer in the insole.

4. Lightweight Design

Reduce fatigue by choosing lightweight designs to help you go further with less effort. 

5. Durable Materials

No-sew construction of Ascent shoes, rubber outsoles and waxed leather make our hiking shoes extra durable. 

6. Good Traction

A lugged rubber outsole with varying nodules and grooves to create a stable base for hiking on uneven, unstable terrain.

At Ascent, we've taken our popular sports shoe technology and combined this with these 6 requirements of a good hiking shoe to create our Hiking Range.