Regardless of the latest styles, you should always buy the running shoes that are most comfortable for your feet. Women’s shoe design was behind men’s shoe design for a long time, but has come so far since footwear brands realized a pair of women’s feet are different than men’s. In general, women have more joint mobility. This can contribute to more ankle sprains and foot injuries. When shopping for women’s footwear, trust that Arc’teryx’ footwear designers have accounted for the unique challenges in the design of our women’s footwear.

WHAT TYPE OF FOOTWEAR IS BEST FOR HIKING?

Your favourite shoes for hiking will always have a few qualities: support, traction and durability. Any total savings that sacrifice these will make you want to leave them in the closet instead of climbing your local peaks. There are many styles of hiking boots for women but what kind you wear should depend on your style of hiking rather than any deals you get. Our footwear has options from trail runners to approach shoes to full-on hiking and trekking boots, and even climbing boots. Shop for your activity before any other reason. Enjoy the hike.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRAIL SHOES AND HIKING SHOES?

Hiking shoes—or approach shoes—are heavier and feature a sturdier, less flexible sole. As such, they are more suited to a slower pace on more rugged terrain. Trail shoes are more likely to be similar to trail runners: lighters, more flexible, and ready to move quickly through mountainous terrain. As always, shop for your needs and the terrain you want to tackle before you try and find deals. If you need a trail runner, get a trail runner. If you prefer a slow, sturdy walk in the wood, go with the hiking shoes or a hiking boot. We make them all.