Trekking shoes

Spring is not spoiling us this year, but the long May weekend is already approaching! Are you going somewhere or are you staying at home? Regardless, you need the right shoes! Because a trip into the unknown in the wrong gear may result in an unpleasant surprise. Some places, especially mountains, need an appropriate setting. But slowly, let's take a look at the shoes that can be useful during an active weekend.

Many people will go to the mountains on the weekend in May. The footwear issue seems to be very simple. Theoretically, we all know that in the mountains appropriate footwear is necessary, but is it really?

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I guess all mountain lovers look at this picture with a sense of horror. If you do not want to pay for a ride in the most expensive taxi in the world, i.e. the aforementioned GOPRU helicopter, arm yourself with comfortable and appropriate shoes.

The set of rules for choosing trekking shoes begins with the basic rules for choosing shoes in general. First of all, the shoes must be the right size for the size of the foot. Second, even if the shoes are of the right size, they can't hurt anywhere. Now we are entering a higher level of complexity. When in the mountains, we usually spend 8-10 hours on our feet and during this time the shoes are on our feet all the time and work very hard. Under the influence of exercise, temperature and other factors, the feet and calves swell, which is why it is very good to try on the shoes in the evening, when the leg is already tired. Avid mountaineers suggest that you should buy shoes that you can comfortably wear even when you put on two pairs of socks. Better safe than sorry, but if you do not plan to walk in the mountains in winter or late autumn, it is not a necessary factor.

Another important aspect of choosing mountain boots is the upper. In alpine boots, the upper should reach above the ankle to prevent painful sprains. Remember that the sole should be thick but flexible and necessarily full of grooves! They will protect you from going downhill like skiing!

There are several rules, but it is worth remembering them because shoes in the mountains are an investment in your own safety, it is such insurance for the whole body.

If you do not plan to climb Orla Perć, you can also choose shoes that will undoubtedly be useful when hiking on flat terrain. You can then opt for an uppers above the ankle and a more flexible sole.

Be sure to remember that little feet! After all, children also go to the mountains!

Now, full of knowledge, you can go wherever your eyes carry you.

Have a great picnic! :)