Summer walking shoes

WALKING SHOES OR BOOTS?

For some, it’s an iron law of hiking that on country walks you should wear beefy boots with high sides. That’s because hiking boots support the ankle, protecting you from sprains and twists on steep or uneven ground. On top of that, the high ankle cuff helps to keep water out.

But there’s a growing move towards lighter and more minimal footwear. It’s cooler than encasing your foot and ankle in leather or fabric, and lighter too. Shoes are also more dynamic and responsive than boots, which