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Are hot, heavy hiking boots giving you blisters? Try light and airy trail running shoes instead! Trail running shoes make fantastic hiking shoes for many people; here's why.

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It's a myth that feet and ankles are naturally weak. Most people will be fine hiking in less "supportive" shoes, and your feet and ankles will get stronger. If in doubt, start with short easy hikes and work up.

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Extra weight on your feet feels heavier as the miles add up. Trail running shoes are designed for quick and agile movement, so they're light and flexible.

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Hiking boots can trap moisture, which leads to blisters. Trail running shoes are breathable so sweat and water can easily escape. Go ahead, step in that puddle - your feet will be dry again soon.

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Hiking boots can be stiff and heavy, which leads to blisters where the boot rubs against your skin. Trail running shoes are light and flexy, moving with your feet to reduce hot spots.

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To learn more about the pros and cons of hiking in trail running shoes, swipe up to see the full post at Exploring Wild.

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Are

TRAIL RUNNING SHOES

Good For

HIKING?

Are hot, heavy hiking boots giving you blisters? Try light and airy trail running shoes instead! Trail running shoes make fantastic hiking shoes for many people; here's why.

It's a myth that feet and ankles are naturally weak. Most people will be fine hiking in less "supportive" shoes, and your feet and ankles will get stronger. If in doubt, start with short easy hikes and work up.

What About Ankle Support?

Swipe up to learn more about hiking in trail running shoes.

Extra weight on your feet feels heavier as the miles add up. Trail running shoes are designed for quick and agile movement, so they're light and flexible.

Lightweight

Swipe up to learn more about hiking in trail running shoes.

Hiking boots can trap moisture, which leads to blisters. Trail running shoes are breathable so sweat and water can easily escape. Go ahead, step in that puddle - your feet will be dry again soon.

Quick-Drying

Swipe up to learn more about hiking in trail running shoes.

Hiking boots can be stiff and heavy, which leads to blisters where the boot rubs against your skin. Trail running shoes are light and flexy, moving with your feet to reduce hot spots.

Flexible

Swipe up to learn more about hiking in trail running shoes.

To learn more about the pros and cons of hiking in trail running shoes, swipe up to see the full post at Exploring Wild.

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