5 MISTAKES Beginners Make When Buying Hiking Boots

If you're ready to shop for your first pair of hiking boots (or your first pair in a while), here's how to correctly fit hiking boots. Read the original post on our website: terradrift.com/the-beginners-...
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Read the original post on our website: terradrift.com/the-beginners-guide-to-buying-hiking-boots-how-to-fit-hiking-boots/ Common hiking boot issues and how to fix them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4XVdnp4i5WWbsU

[@familywithmelody]

Great video! As someone who's new to hiking, I really appreciate you sharing these tips on what to avoid when buying hiking boots. It's easy to get overwhelmed with all the different options out there, so your advice is very helpful. I can't wait to get out on the trails with my new, properly fitting hiking boots! Thanks for sharing.

[@Terradrift]

Glad it helped! 😁

[@ruththerriault7579]

Thank you for your videos! You have helped me make informed choices and gave me confidence when investing in higher end products. I love your energy, (so similar to mine😄)your presentation was easy to understand and answered all my questions. To top it off, you're fun to watch and have a beautiful smile. Be safe, be happy 😃

[@nicolarusso]

Always great advice.

[@BrettVano]

Thanks for the tips about the REI returns. I recently became a member (after a sales pitch) and the returns weren't explained in much detail. I definitely try to be really responsible with purchases so that I don't have frivolous returns, but like you said, it can be really hard to understand outdoor gear until you get it out into its context.

[@stefanobenland5304]

Great video 🎉

[@Terradrift]

Thank you 😁

[@user-vm7lw6un9s]

I like your animation and enthusiasm, it made me want to keep watch.

[@ShotGunMiMi]

I had a pair of low boots ( Salomon ) and loved them as my first boots buuuut my ankles are trash. So now I am hiking with the “ Clunky “ waterproof boots by Salomon . Love them . My ankles don’t roll now and I o haven’t fallen yet lol yeeeet . First day I hiked 6 miles ( yes I’m day girl ) and no issues . Alllso socks matter ! Anyhow .. If you see a clunky boot wearing gal it may be cause her ankles are trashed ! Lol

[@brianmorrison9168]

Should you wax brand new leather boots .. before using them for the first time Wouldn't that make sure they are waterproof

[@There-Is-No-Virus]

Please no background music next time

[@ellewhispersasmr8400]

I am someone who is newer to hiking but I’ve suffered from very weak ankles and have bad knees (lots of surgeries at my young age) I’d like to try the barefoot style but I’m worried they won’t give me support and maybe even cause me to roll and ankle or twist a knee worse than a bulkier high rise boot. Do you have any advice or tips for weakling hikers like myself? 😂

[@Terradrift]

All the experts we’ve ever interviewed suggest almost everybody can wear barefoot shoes, but it might take some time and effort to strengthen your feet and ankles. Luckily, we just released a video on how to do just that! kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXKllJiIa96gjdksi=iCBu-SR7ei1OqbYO

[@pooiyian]

My pinky toe and toenail hurt and when I take off my boots it’s all red. I also got a pinch blister on the same foot under my fourth toe. Does this mean my boots are too narrow? I know there’s enough (maybe even too much space in front, length-wise)…

[@Terradrift]

Yep! It does sound like your boots are too narrow. That's why we love boots with foot-shaped toe boxes like the Altra Lone Peak!

[@donfierro777]

Vaseline helps prevent blisters

[@peacepuffz]

Flip Flops any good? I gotta go Glastonbury & it's like walking a zillion miles in 4 days.

[@Terradrift]

Wear whatever is comfortable! But when it comes to sandals we do prefer something with more straps that’s going to stay on your foot better and offer more natural freedom of movement. Check out our latest sandal roundup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ6tlXlvfbNrjtk&feature=share9

[@peacepuffz]

@@Terradrift Cool, Thanks

[@hewittjohanna]

What are the burgundy ones on the table?

[@Terradrift]

No longer in production: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp64Z6aVlKd-qK8

[@hewittjohanna]

@@Terradriftthank you

[@sdemosi]

I try out boots by ordering a bunch of them and going with what feels best walking around the house and going up and down stairs. If a boot feels great you can practically run up the stairs on them even if they're a grade B/ C boot. A tight toe box rarely gets better. A very loose heel won't get better. Modern boots require little break in so don't convince yourself an uncomfortable boot will break in. You will more likely hurt your feet. Most of the quality boot manufacturers make consistently good boots. You will always read the occasional crap review but that's to be expected. PU soles degrade, rands peel off, goretex linings will develop holes. Your boot will get trashed eventually. Some people don't understand boot maintenance and they become personally insulted when they boot they have tested like shit starts to prematurely wear. You will then need to buy another boot and that investment will be worth it because you will be having fun. Don't put perceptions of durability or quality over comfort. You will just be buying boots that last for years because you don't wear them much & are put off hiking. Boots that fall apart because you did enjoyable mileage in them have lived a good life. You want comfort, grip and appropriate protection. The brand lor the look are irrelevant. The cost will be worth it.

[@Halliden88]

You're as animated as an italian😂 great info though thx

[@2626balboa]

I want to hike with you 🤠

[@roryearl1784]

I've been wearing barefoot/0 drop shoes for most of my life (thanks mom) but for a job I need to have 6 inch tall hiking boots and nobody makes any good barefoot options!

[@Terradrift]

Yeah, there aren't really any high tops in that category. These are the closest things we could think of: xeroshoes.com/shop/boots/scrambler-mid-men/

[@roryearl1784]

@@Terradrift I'll look into those! thank you!

[@sgnotlewis]

Great video, thank you! It'd help if you were a little less animated and not constantly moving which is a little dizzying/distracting. But it could just be me, so you do you.

[@SudsMcDuff007]

No, not just you...

[@thelastofthemonitos6994]

And some hair :)

[@sgnotlewis]

@@thelastofthemonitos6994that’s rude

[@acoitheadventurer1001]

❤❤❤

[@Leroy-qr9pd]

She drank too much coffee?

[@SudsMcDuff007]

Thumbnail clickbait. Thanks for not addressing the laces you were pointing at...

[@SuperAnwarr]

That’s good little over acting.. welcome to Bollywood 😊😊

[@ckl5822]

Listen up… this lumberjack knows what he’s talking about.

[@hansbjorkvik1527]

No.