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Guide: the 5 best hiking boots for long distance hiking (2026)

#1
Scarpa Men's Ribelle Cross 2 Mid GtxHiking Shoe 12 UK Black Olive

Scarpa Men's Ribelle Cross 2 Mid GtxHiking Shoe 12 UK Black Olive

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 9.0/10
+ Very good grip and stability on mixed and technical terrain
+ Reliable waterproofing for wet grass, puddles and light stream crossings
#2
Quest Echo Gore TEX Men's Hiking Shoes 6.5 UK Black Castlerock Black

Salomon

Quest Echo Gore TEX Men's Hiking Shoes 6.5 UK Black Castlerock Black

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6/10
#3
Men's Ms Mountain Trainer Mid Gore-Tex High Rise Hiking Boots Bergrot Holland 9 UK

Salewa

Men's Ms Mountain Trainer Mid Gore-Tex High Rise Hiking Boots Bergrot Holland 9 UK

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6/10
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The best hiking boots with shock absorbing soles: our top 4 (2026)

#1
Women's Hillwalker II Gore-Tex Waterproof Hiking Boots Chocolate 8 UK

Berghaus

Women's Hillwalker II Gore-Tex Waterproof Hiking Boots Chocolate 8 UK

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10
+ Comfortable straight out of the box with good ankle hold and decent toe room
+ Leather, EVA midsole and OPTI-STUD sole give good mix of support, cushioning and grip
#2
Men's Moab 3 Mid GtxHiking Shoe 9.5 UK Black Grey

Merrell

Men's Moab 3 Mid GtxHiking Shoe 9.5 UK Black Grey

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.3/10
#3
Women's PyreneesHiking Boot 8.5 UK Syrup

KEEN

Women's PyreneesHiking Boot 8.5 UK Syrup

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.2/10
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Ranking of the 3 best premium hiking boots (2026)

#1
Mountain Trainer Mid Gore-Tex® Men's Shoes 10 UK Black Sulphur Spring

Salewa

Mountain Trainer Mid Gore-Tex® Men's Shoes 10 UK Black Sulphur Spring

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10
+ Very good heel hold and ankle support, especially on steep or uneven ground
+ Strong waterproofing with Gore-Tex and protective rubber rand for rough use
#2
X Ultra Pioneer Mid Gore-Tex Women's Outdoor Shoes, Waterproof, Secure foothold, and Stable & cushioned 9 UK Black Magnet Monument

Salomon

X Ultra Pioneer Mid Gore-Tex Women's Outdoor Shoes, Waterproof, Secure foothold, and Stable & cushioned 9 UK Black Magnet Monument

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.3/10
#3
Quest Element Gore-Tex Men's Outdoor Shoes, Waterproof, All-terrain stability, and Outdoor essentials 10 UK Black Deep Lichen Green Olive Night

Salomon

Quest Element Gore-Tex Men's Outdoor Shoes, Waterproof, All-terrain stability, and Outdoor essentials 10 UK Black Deep Lichen Green Olive Night

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.2/10
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Which hiking boots for professional hikers to choose? Top 4 (2026)

#1
Pro Hunter Light Mid GTX - Professional Hunting Clothes & Equipment - Scandinavian Quality Made to Last 10 UK Shadow Brown

Härkila

Pro Hunter Light Mid GTX - Professional Hunting Clothes & Equipment - Scandinavian Quality Made to Last 10 UK Shadow Brown

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 9.0/10
+ Very tough build with Cordura, reinforcement mudguard and Vibram sole
+ Reliable waterproofing with Gore-Tex and quick drying compared to full leather
#2
Ms Firetail Evo Mid Gtx, Mens Trekking and Hiking Boots 9 UK Black Cactus

Salewa

Ms Firetail Evo Mid Gtx, Mens Trekking and Hiking Boots 9 UK Black Cactus

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10
#3

Meindl Burma GTX Men's Ankle-High Brown Gore-Tex Boots (UK Size: Numeric) 8 UK Brown

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.4/10
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Men's Moab 3 Hiking Shoe 9 UK Wide Black

Merrell

Men's Moab 3 Hiking Shoe 9 UK Wide Black

A sturdy everyday work-hike hybrid that prioritises comfort

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