Not quite sure about the right size, height or weight? Or are you curious whether the walking shoe is sturdy enough for you? Then visit us in Alblasserdam and our experienced and expert foot specialists will be happy to help you measure, fit and try on your new pair of shoes. We have a huge range of hiking and mountaineering shoes and a unique experience center where you can test the shoes extensively outside.
When you go for a walk it is important to have good walking shoes, which is why we offer a wide range of walking shoes for both men and women. Each shoe has its own specific properties, such as water resistance, air permeability, light weight, etc.
Some of the brands in our range are Meindl , Hanwag , Lowa and Salomon .
Men's hiking boots come in different variants. From supple and light to sturdy and somewhat heavier.
Hiking boots are divided into categories, which represent certain types of shoes and types of hikes. Below is a brief explanation of the different types and features.
Characteristics category A
The shoes in category A are light and all-round hiking boots and casual shoes for flat terrain, such as forests and asphalt.
Characteristics category B
The shoes in the B category are so-called trekking shoes. The sole of this B-shoe is stiffer than the previous category. Suitable for mountain hikes with a light pack. They provide sufficient support and protect the ankles.
Characteristics category C
Category C includes shoes that are used for trekking through fairly rough terrain, for which the soles of previous categories no longer suffice. The biggest difference with the previous category is, in addition to the much stiffer sole, also the stiffer upper. Ideal for mountain tours at higher altitudes.
Characteristics category D
Heavy crampon-resistant shoes with a stiff sole. Specially made for heavier climbing in high-alpine terrain and for ice climbing. We do not sell this type. This is too heavy for normal (mountain) hiking.
Women's hiking boots come in different variants. From supple and light to sturdy and somewhat heavier.
Hiking boots are divided into categories, which represent certain types of shoes and types of hikes. Below is a brief explanation of the different types and features.
Characteristics category A
The shoes in category A are light and all-round hiking boots and casual shoes for flat terrain, such as forests and asphalt.
Characteristics category B
The shoes in the B category are so-called trekking shoes. The sole of this B-shoe is stiffer than the previous category. Suitable for mountain hikes with a light pack. They provide sufficient support and protect the ankles.
Characteristics category C
Category C includes shoes that are used for trekking through fairly rough terrain, for which the soles of previous categories no longer suffice. The biggest difference with the previous category is, in addition to the much stiffer sole, also the stiffer upper. Ideal for mountain tours at higher altitudes.
Characteristics category D
Heavy crampon-resistant shoes with a stiff sole. Specially made for heavier climbing in high-alpine terrain and for ice climbing. We do not sell this type. This is too heavy for normal (mountain) hiking.
It is also important for children to have a sturdy shoe on their feet while walking. That is why we also have a wide range of walking shoes for children. Below is a brief explanation of a number of points that you can pay attention to when purchasing children's walking shoes.
To begin with, it is important to take into account what kind of walk you are going to do. Is it a forest walk or are you really going into the high mountains?
Shoes with a flexible sole and a low shaft are ideal for shorter and fairly easy walks/tours. Rigid soles are not necessary on surfaces such as forest soil and asphalt.
But when it comes to rougher walks, we recommend that you take shoes with stiffer soles, and certainly shoes with a high shaft. The advantage of a stiff sole is that the shoe does not bend completely with the surface, which gives your feet more support. The high shafts of the shoes protect your ankles against sprains, so you can walk more smoothly.
Of course there are even more differences between the hiking boots. Take the waterproofing, one shoe is water-repellent and the other shoe is completely waterproof. Water-repellent is sufficient in most cases, but if you really have to cross streams and rivers, we definitely recommend waterproof shoes.
It also differs per shoe how much it breathes. With many shoes, a lot of attention is paid to this as it is an important aspect of a shoe. If a shoe does not breathe, this means that your feet will quickly get very warm, and shoes will also start to smell faster. Breathable shoes let air and moisture out and therefore stay cool and fresh for longer. Hiking shoes for kids are therefore ideal!
The Renegade GTX medium-high men's hiking shoe is a versatile, classic shoe. It has a fresh and modern look, a smooth fit, is lightweight and has a stable and grippy sole. The walking shoe is suitable for very diverse purposes, such as use in leisure time, to the office, during city trips, forest walks and distance walks on asphalt.
The Renegade GTX medium-high men's hiking shoe is a versatile, classic shoe. It has a fresh and modern look, a smooth fit, is lightweight and has a stable and grippy sole. The walking shoe is suitable for very diverse purposes, such as use in leisure time, to the office, during city trips, forest walks and distance walks on asphalt.
The Renegade GTX medium-high men's hiking shoe is a versatile, classic shoe. It has a fresh and modern look, a smooth fit, is lightweight and has a stable and grippy sole. The walking shoe is suitable for very diverse purposes, such as use in leisure time, to the office, during city trips, forest walks and distance walks on asphalt.
The Renegade GTX medium-high men's hiking shoe is a versatile, classic shoe. It has a fresh and modern look, a smooth fit, is lightweight and has a stable and grippy sole. The walking shoe is suitable for very diverse purposes, such as use in leisure time, to the office, during city trips, forest walks and distance walks on asphalt.
The Renegade GTX medium-high men's hiking shoe is a versatile, classic shoe. It has a fresh and modern look, a smooth fit, is lightweight and has a stable and grippy sole. The walking shoe is suitable for very diverse purposes, such as use in leisure time, to the office, during city trips, forest walks and distance walks on asphalt.
These multifunctional children's shoes are ideal when your child is going to do outdoor activities. The shoes are equipped with a QuickLace system, so that they do not have to tie the laces themselves and the shoes are still tight on the feet.
This Strato Evo LL Lo ladies walking shoe from the brand Lowa is very comfortable and has an elegant design.
The Lowa Tibet GTX is a stable and robust hiking shoe for men. It is suitable for backpacking, heavy trekking and multi-day alpine expeditions. It is also suitable for via ferrata.
The Lowa Ticam II GTX Men's hiking shoe is ideal for trekking and multi-day hut trips.
The Lowa Toro Evo GTX Lo men's hiking shoes are super sporty hiking shoes. The hiking shoes fall under category A/B, making the shoe ideal for long walks and light hikes through the mountains. The Lowa Toro Evo GTX Lo men's hiking boots are waterproof and breathable.
The Toro Evo LL Mid is a lightweight men's hiking shoe made of nubuck leather. The shoe provides good guidance for the foot and is ideal when you take longer walks.
The Mammut Hueco Knit Low Women's Shoe is ideal for summer (city) walks. The hiking shoe has a knitted shaft and is made of Michelin rubber mix.
The Mammut Hueco Knit Low Women's Shoe is ideal for summer (city) walks. The hiking shoe has a knitted shaft and is made of Michelin rubber mix.
The Meindl Abano GTX is a waterproof hiking shoe that is very suitable for light walks and travel. The shoe is also equipped with a BOA closure system. When you turn the knob, the laces are tightened or loosened. This way the shoe closes or opens evenly. In addition, the button is made to repel dirt makers. So you don't have to take off your gloves to tie...
The walking shoes from our range are all suitable for comfortable walks. The shoes can be divided into categories and all have specific properties. Every shoe is different and therefore not suitable for every activity, it is important to take this into account when you buy walking shoes.
Characteristics category A
The shoes in category A are light and all-round hiking boots and casual shoes for flat terrain, such as forests and asphalt.
Characteristics category B
The shoes in the B category are so-called trekking shoes. The sole of this B-shoe is stiffer than the previous category. Suitable for mountain hikes with a light pack. They provide sufficient support and protect the ankles.
Characteristics category C
Category C includes shoes that are used for trekking through fairly rough terrain, for which the soles of previous categories no longer suffice. The biggest difference with the previous category is, in addition to the much stiffer sole, also the stiffer upper. Ideal for mountain tours at higher altitudes.
Characteristics category D
Heavy crampon-resistant shoes with a stiff sole. Specially made for heavier climbing in high-alpine terrain and for ice climbing. We do not sell this type. This is too heavy for normal (mountain) hiking.
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