Lightweight Hiking Shoes
[3]Tackle any terrain with lightweight hiking shoes from adidas. Get a grip with multidirectional traction for conquering hills and trails with confidence.
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adidas Lightweight Hiking Shoes
When it comes to hitting the trails, having lightweight hiking shoes on your feet is crucial for a comfortable and energizing hike. adidas styles strike the balance between minimal weight and maximum performance and protection, so you can hike with confidence over rocky terrain and uneven ground without slowing your pace. These lightweight hiking sneakers and boots are designed with the specific needs of hikers in mind, offering performance-boosting features like durable soles, breathable uppers and sturdy ankle support. Thanks to their featherweight feel, they can be worn for long periods of time – even over multi-day hiking trips —without weighing you down or feeling clunky or uncomfortable. This is especially important when you're hiking steep or challenging terrain or carrying a heavy load, as every ounce counts when it comes to comfort and fatigue. And when your footwear isn't weighing you down, you can move with greater mobility and agility over any obstacle.
Job number one for any good pair of lightweight outdoor shoes is providing reliable traction over all types of terrain and surface conditions. Even a single misstep can cause a fall or an injury, so you want to wear shoes or boots that help you feel confident with every stride. adidas engineered this collection with the performance technology to do just that. When your hiking route calls for challenging, uneven terrain, look for styles with Traxion rubber outsoles, which have deep lugs that anchor you in place and dig into the ground to provide secure, multi-directional grip in loose dirt, mud and rocky terrain. Traxion outsoles also shed debris a little more easily, helping you keep your shoes clean and your traction optimal. Another factor to consider is the weather conditions for your hike. Does the forecast call for showers? Will patches of your route be slick with frost or snow? Lace up in lightweight hiking footwear with sturdy Continental™ Rubber outsoles, which provide reliable grip in a variety of trail conditions.
The next feature to consider when shopping for lightweight hiking sneakers and boots is the upper. You need your foot to be contained and comfortable without being weighed-down or locked-in too tightly. The upper materials in adidas's collection are flexible and breathable, so they flex with your stride and keep the air flowing around your feet for dryness and comfort. The high-quality synthetic materials are tough enough to withstand plenty of scrambling through tough terrain, over rocks, roots and mud, while being soft and form-fitting to keep you hiking longer and more comfortably. Styles with a protective GORE-TEX membrane add an additional layer of breathable protection from the elements, sealing out moisture while you splash through streams and dash over puddles. Styles with abrasion-resistant overlays add extra protection from scuffs and scrapes without adding bulk that weighs you down. From mesh to ripstop, the upper materials in this collection of lightweight hiking footwear look and feel great, from trailhead to summit.
The final two elements to consider in your lightweight hiking wear are ankle support and cushioning. Nothing dashes your hiking dreams like a rolled or twisted ankle on a challenging route. That's where good ankle support comes in. Look for mid- or high-top shoes and boots with padded collars and tongues that keep your ankles aligned and supported. If you want the support of a boot in a lower-profile silhouette, look for sneaker styles with stretchy Primeknit collars that wrap your ankles in breathable, flexible comfort. For short or easy hikes, or just walks through the park, consider low-top styles that are versatile enough to double as everyday sneakers. As for cushioning, adidas Boost in the midsoles delivers lightweight, springy support and endless energy-return to keep you feeling fresh all the way up the mountainside. These shoes are durable, flexible, comfortable and featherweight, and they'll keep you feeling nimble and supported. Shop adidas to find your new favorite pair of lightweight hiking shoes today.