Decent walking shoes/trainers?

[broona]

Not sure sure if I'm in the right forum, but hey ho!

I average about 100 miles a month walking, mostly on footpaths, a bit on gravel and hardpack and grass.

Currently alternating between a perished pair of Asics Gel Venture waterproof trail shoes (sole is separating from the body), and a pair of Rebook Gore-Tex Astroride Trail shoes.

I'm now looking for something comfortable on a 10-15 mile walk, not necessarily waterproof, just something with really good cushioning, any recommendations please? Thanks.

 

[broona]

Thanks for the replies.

I've had Merrell in the past and they were decent, I tried Hotter and they fell to bits in no time, the Asics are seriously comfortable but poor quality, I just fancy a different pair of trainers this time instead of proper walking shoes.

 

[broona]

I use whatever is most comfortable. I find this is the most important thing.

I like mizuno/asics best. It's the shoe that fits me best.

I have a trail pair, an pair for general walking.
(I have other trainers for "in town".)


Asics gel GT
And mizuno inspire

I also have a pair of icebug rb9x rover gtx for wet days.


I will not walk in boots. I absolutely hate boots. They are heavy, they hurt my feet and I've never had a pair I like.

My favourite by far for anything general. (ie not too technical). Unbelievably supported and comfy.

I'm going to order a pair of the Wave Inspire 18s today, are they true to size? Thanks.

 

[broona]

Trainers arrived this morning, I've worn them around the house for half an hour and they feel great, now off for a little 5 to 10 miler to bed them in, thanks again for the recommendations.