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Things are changing fast, though, with the modern technology found in running shoes being coopted into walking boots and trail shoes, helping to reduce weight while increasing comfort, speed, and performance.
As a result, there are now hundreds of pairs to choose from, including triedandtested traditional leather clodhoppers, ultralight trail running sneakers, and a whole host of hybrid designs, like approach shoes for scrambling and pillowy soft designs for epic throughhikes and allyear adventures.
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In the traditional world of hiking boots, practicality is king, with solid ankle support and a nice bit of leather keeping your feet dry and ankles intact as you head for the hills.
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