Which Hiking Boots should I choose?

What are the benefits of a good pair of hiking boots? In this article, we'll tell you everything you need to know about hiking boots and help you find the right boot for your needs. It is very important to find the right boots, since they are the difference between warm or frozen feet, dry or wet feet, a sprain or other injuries or not. For long hikes, these factors can be life-changing.
So read the article and make the right choice!

With a wide range of multifunctional shoes and boots on the market, there is more of a spectrum than clear categories between different footwear. At ALFA we have the categories: low shoes, mid-height shoes, high boots and extra high boots (hunting boots).

In a nutshell, you should choose hiking boots when you go off-trail, with heavy packing and when you need extra protection against moisture and cold. Our hiking boots are made to be comfortable from the very first step and made of solid materials that last. But they vary in the degree of support, stiffness, water resistance, insulation and fit.

Although all our shoes have GORE-TEX, water can be absorbed by the outer material and travel up the shoes. But the longer the shaft, the longer it takes. If you're looking for a particularly water-resistant boot, our Rype A/P/S GTX and Jerpe A/PS/ GTX hunting boots are lightweight boots with extra high shafts and work great for hiking.

Well-fitting shoes are important for comfort, that's why we have boots with different fits. As a rule, our boots are slightly wider in the toe box to fit Nordic feet. Our classic models Walk King/Queen have a wide fit while the Holt A/P/S GTX has a narrow fit. All models are available in women's and men's or unisex. We also have durable hiking boots for children, with easy lacing to simplify taking them on and off. Of course also with GORE-TEX to keep feet dry and warm.