>>2843610
Most boots by reputable companies out there are fine for what they do. The important thing is that the boot fits the shape of your foot. So go to a shop and try some on, then check the internet what the reputation of the company is.

>>2843610
First question: Do you really need boots? Unless you're hiking in cold and wet weather, trail runners or approach shoes with merino wool socks are most likely the better option.

If you do need them, see: >>2843624

>>2843610
Haix combat boots, in the tropical version for humid conditions.
They are quite sturdy, a fellow mate drove his SUV over my foot once, I didn't even got any bruises. And easy to maintain, while keeping your feet dry.
Got them from a surplus store for 70 bucks in new condition.

I've been using Merril Moab boots (I think Moabs, if not another line. It's confusing because there are shoe and boot Moabs, I'm talking about the boot) since I was a kid. I'm sure there are better boots but after some harrowingly bad experiences with blisters popping up 4 miles and 3000ft in I'm done playing around. (I also carry leukotape now.)
I use trail runners often though. I recommend committing: with my waterproof boots I wear tall waterproof gaiters, and with my runners I NEVER buy waterproof because the idea is accepting you'll get wet and letting them vent out after. Once your waterproof footwear gets wet inside you are kinda fucked, so something like a shoe is just asking for problems.

>>2843645
Even in cold and wet weather sometimes a breathable shoe wins. I'm always surprised how quick I warm up with wool socks after stepping in the creek. If you're camping you'll want to carry a dry pair of course.

>>2843645
>Muh ankle support

>>2843610
>high heel
Why? Who thought it's a good idea to fuck up the feet?

>>2843701
>I'm always surprised how quick I warm up with wool socks after stepping in the creek
Yes, they are incredible. If it wasn't for the squishing noise you wouldn't even know your feet are soaking wet.
By cold I meant winter-ish conditions. You definitely DO want dry feet then. Some people even wear neoprene socks.

>>2843806
How is having wet feet better than having dry feet when hiking?

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>>2843610
>Picrel
I've worn and used original jungle boots (with the steel plates), they are ridiculously heavy and the heel lead to me nearly rolling my ankle in the woods twice, which is my biggest problem with "ankle-support" boots, they do support the ankle, but also make it easier to roll them, I've since switched to much lighter timberland graydon's, they're a sort of sneaker boot, a mix of real and fake leather, flat bottom, but still supports ankle, I even do my daily runs in them, so that's my recommendation.

>>2843684
+1 for Haix. I have a pair and they're neat.

>>2843809
those guys who swear by sneakers for have never been hunting sheds in the rockies. sneakers might work if you stay on a trail but off trail you will be laughed at by all the critters in the woods for your retardation

I just wear crocs or trailrunners with wool socks.

I've hiked 2000+ miles.

Come at me /out/

Please use the generals for these kinds of simple questions. We don't want to endlessly repeat the same answers, or have a hundred pointless threads.

I like my Hanwag Tatras, but you should really go to a store, try some on and find one that fits you perfectly.

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>you'll be fine in sneakers

>>2843809
The answer is really dependent on environment and weather. WP works both ways so the question is how wet is the area and how wet will your shoe get. Grass land, mud, damp areas, snow and wind: WP shoe does really well. Warmer temps, clear trails, limited stream crossing are more common for most places and a breathable shoe will be dry and dry out when occasionally wet. This is often preferable even in rain, since if it stops raining the shoe will dry out but the WP boot will take an effort. In many 3 season areas, WP ends up keeping your feet hot and moist unnecessarily, like wearing a rain jacket without it actually raining.

>>2843957
i live in the northern rockies. its almost always cold and wet.

>>2843934
seriously. you aint walking thru a field of prickly pear in sneakers