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The best men’s walking boots for every type of hiking adventure


The best men’s walking boots for every type of hiking adventure – tried and tested

The Crater Rim features an incredibly durable Vibram rubber sole, a Gore-Tex membrane to keep the water out and a high-cut collar for maximum support when wearing a heavy pack or lugging your offspring around in a carrier. Granted, they’re not the most beautifully constructed boots – my test pair has visible glue where the outsole meets the toe, and the tongue is extremely thin – but they’re reasonably comfortable, grippy beyond their modest price tag and yet to let in water. The boot features a wide, roomy front that gives toes room to spread while walking and the sole is thin enough to allow the terrain to be felt underfoot, despite being heavily treaded with deep rubber lugs.

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