If you’ve ever been 5 miles from the trailhead with painful blisters, or even a sprained ankle, you will appreciate how much your hiking enjoyment rests literally on your feet. The selection of the right hiking boots can be the difference between a fantastic experience and a disaster. The choice of the right pair of boots can add considerably to your comfort and personal safety, especially in rugged or hard terrain.
Mountain hiking demands fantastic gear and more education than your typical trail hike. Why? Because as you ascend breathing becomes less efficient, passage grows rugged, and rescue becomes more challenging. So consider your mountain equipment to be your life support system.
Where in day hiking you may be able to get away with wearing light-weight boots or shoes, in remote mountain hiking it’s a excellent thought to wear heavier supportive boots to protect your ankles and feet.
