Hiking Shoes

medium-altitude excursions

Hiking shoes are essential for any hiking enthusiast; they must be reliable and offer comfort and support during outdoor adventures. AKU footwear is specifically designed to tackle challenging terrain and varying weather conditions.

What are hiking shoes for?

Hiking boots improve the hiking experience, making it safer and more comfortable. Specifically, they are suitable for daily use, for moderately difficult trails and with light loads.

less complex soils

Suitable for daily use, on less complex natural terrain, such as dirt or wooded trails.

good protection

They offer good protection against uneven ground, such as roots and small stones, thanks to durable and non-slip soles.

ideal for mountain walks or trekking

Designed for outdoor activities that do not require specific equipment for extreme terrain.

men's hiking shoes and boots

AKU Alterra II GTX Marrone-Arancio vista laterale

Alterra II GTX Brown-Orange

€279,90

(5.0)

AKU Trekker Pro II GTX Nero-Arancio vista laterale

Trekker Pro II GTX Black-Orange

€269,90

New Color

Trekker Lite III GTX Brown-Green

€219,90

(4.8)

AKU Trekker Lite III GTX Antracite-Ruggine vista laterale

Trekker Lite III GTX Anthracite-Rust

€219,90

(4.8)

New Color

Trekker Lite III Wide GTX Brown-Green

€219,90

(4.9)

AKU Adapta NBK GTX Marrone vista laterale

Adapta NBK GTX Brown

€219,00

Adapta NBK GTX Black

€219,00

AKU Adapta SD GTX Marrone ruggine-Rosso vista laterale

Adapta SD GTX Rusty brown-Red

€219,90

how to choose hiking shoes?

When choosing your hiking footwear, make sure it has the following features:

Comfort and Fit: materials must be breathable and cushioned to ensure a comfortable fit during long walks.
Durability: the quality of materials, such as leather and synthetic fibers, must ensure durability and wear resistance.
Traction and Stability: Soles with high-grip rubber offer excellent traction on wet and slippery surfaces, while the tread design ensures stability.
Waterproofing: Many models feature waterproof technologies like GTX to keep feet dry even in the harshest conditions.
Ankle Support: Some models offer extra ankle support, ideal for rough terrain.

In all AKU product sheets, you can also find an informative section on the traceability of each individual material used to produce the footwear.

high, mid, or low?

AKU Trekker Pro II GTX Nero-Arancio vista tre quarti

High hiking boots:

Ideal for technical and uneven trails, mountain hikes, and trekking.

Trekker Pro II GTX

AKU Flyrock Mid GTX Nero-Argento vista tre quarti

mid-cut fast hiking shoes:

They offer more support than low-cut models and are less bulky and heavy than high-cut ones. Excellent for medium-difficulty day hikes and mixed terrain.
They are the right compromise between a low-cut shoe for light hiking and a traditional boot.

Flyrock Mid

AKU Link GTX Arancio-Nero vista tre quarti

Low-cut hiking shoes:

Lightweight and flexible, perfect for short hikes on established trails like footpaths or mule tracks, or for summer walks. They allow for greater freedom of movement and breathability but offer less support.

GTX Links

humid environments?

If you have to deal with wet environments, remember to check that the pair is equipped with a Gore-Tex membrane. The acronym GTX in the product name means that it has the waterproof Gore-Tex membrane inside.

hiking shoes FAQ

What shoes should you wear for walking in the mountains?

To choose mountain walking footwear at medium altitudes, you can consult the men's hiking and women's hiking collections. Our iconic AKU Slope is a versatile shoe for all types of use, suitable for easy trails and light loads. It comes in different versions for different needs.

Does AKU also offer hiking shoes that use sustainable materials?

AKU is committed to being a responsible brand that prioritizes sustainability. The collection always features models that are “Designed to reduce,” such as the Omnia.
For more information, visit the Responsibility page or download the Sustainability Report.

How long can a hiking shoe last?

AKU footwear uses the best materials and technologies, and the brand has a long manufacturing history in producing outdoor footwear. Please note that our collection offers various models with different characteristics.
Footwear made from synthetic materials will be more comfortable than leather and will adapt to your fit quickly, but will have a shorter overall lifespan.
Also consider the environmental impact of your purchase choice. Read more here if you want to learn about this topic: Impacto.
Resole: only some boots can be resoled. If you want your hiking boot to have a long life, even after the sole wears out, contact us to find out which boots can be resoled and how.

the AKU brand

story

AKU is an Italian company founded in Montebelluna, in the heart of the Italian sports footwear district.

The history of the brand

responsible action

AKU is committed to multiple activities to reduce its environmental impact and to raise awareness about a better approach to the mountains and the environment.

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