How to Buy Hiking Gear
Buy hiking shoes if you're going on a day trip and hiking over terrain that is not rough or hilly., Select medium-weight hiking boots if you plan a 2- or 3-day trip and will pack food and gear.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Buy hiking shoes if you're going on a day trip and hiking over terrain that is not rough or hilly.
If your day hike includes some hiking on rougher terrain, buy lightweight boots. -
Step 2: Select medium-weight hiking boots if you plan a 2- or 3-day trip and will pack food and gear.
For longer trips, when you're carrying packs containing 40 lbs. (18.14 kg) or more of hiking equipment, wear a heavy-weight boot.
Wear sock liners to wick sweat.
Purchase socks designed for hiking so you have proper cushioning and insulation if the weather is cold.
Detailed Guide
If your day hike includes some hiking on rougher terrain, buy lightweight boots.
For longer trips, when you're carrying packs containing 40 lbs. (18.14 kg) or more of hiking equipment, wear a heavy-weight boot.
Wear sock liners to wick sweat.
Purchase socks designed for hiking so you have proper cushioning and insulation if the weather is cold.
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