ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT… FOOTWEAR!

WHEN IT COMES TO HILLWALKING,

looking after your feet is pretty crucial. Get your footwear wrong and you may find yourself with blisters, overheating, numb toes, foot pain, or even joint problems in other parts of your body. Not much fun. Get it right and you can enjoy dry, comfortable, supported tootsies, allowing you to enjoy the mountains to the full.

As Trail is all about getting out there and loving the hills, we have produced this special Footwear

Guide to make sure you avoid problems from the start, to get it right come rain, shine or snow.

There is a bewildering choice of all types of boots today, with amazing technologies that have revolutionised waterproofing and comfort, so to get you started we have rounded up the very best of the latest boots and shoes from the past year – as tried and tested by Trail’s gear team.

Whether your boots are your perfect walking partner, or you are still in search of faultless footwear, you will find expert advice on everything you need to know about choosing, finding, fitting and caring for your walking boots and shoes. Happy walking!