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Hiking Footwear
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I'm happy with the footwear I currently use for hiking and backpacking.
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I have spent a lot of time, effort, and/or money trying to find hiking footwear that works for me.
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Foot pain or blisters are a consistent problem for me when hiking.
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I always have few footwear options because of my foot size or width.
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I would pay more if I could find footwear that better suits my needs.
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The footwear that would best suit my needs is outside my price range.
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I have much better footwear options because of gender-specific design.
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Gendered footwear makes the process of finding hiking shoes much more difficult.
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When I am looking for outdoor footwear, I start my search
Looking at gear review websites and consumer reviews
Asking others on social media
At a physical store, with a salesperson who knows their stuff
At a physical store, but I prefer not to have anyone help me
Asking friends, family, and coworkers who know their stuff
I haven't searched in forever, I always get the same shoes
Clear selection
Check any that you are consistently challenged to find in hiking footwear
The right fit
Size availability
Style
Cushioning
Good grip/tread
Durability
Stability
Breathability
Flexibility in the sole
Stiffness in the sole
Minimal support
Sustainability
Animal-free materials
Other:
(If hiking shoe fit is an issue for you) What are common problems you have with hiking shoes? Shoes are usually too...
Wide in the heel
Narrow in the heel
Wide in the middle of the foot
Narrow in the middle of the foot
Wide in the front of the foot
Narrow in the front of the foot
Wide in the toebox
Narrow in the toebox
High volume (too much space above your foot, even when laced tight)
Low volume (too tight across the top of your foot)
Other:
Foot conditions: check any that apply
Bunions
Plantar fasciitis
Morton's neuroma
Heel spurs
Corns
Fallen arch
Metatarsalgia
Neuropathy
Arthritis
Other:
Check any foot issues you consistently experience as a result of hiking
Bottom of the feet sore and aching
Bruised toes
Blisters on the heel
Blisters on the big toe
Blisters on the pinky toe
Blisters on other toes
Blisters on the inside edge of the foot, near the big toe
Blisters on the outside edge of the foot, near the pinky toe
Blisters on the bottom of the foot
An existing foot pain, exacerbated by hiking
Other:
Do you have any other conditions that are exacerbated by hiking?
Ankle injury
Calf or shin injury
Knee pain
Hip or thigh injury
Back pain
Neck pain
Achilles tendinitis
IT band injury
Other:
For day hiking, I use
Road running or gym shoes
Sandals
Trail runners
Hiking shoes
Lightweight hiking boots
Sturdy hiking boots
Approach shoes
"Barefoot" style shoes
For backpacking, I use
Road running or gym shoes
Sandals
Trail runners
Hiking shoes
Lightweight hiking boots
Sturdy hiking boots
Approach shoes
"Barefoot" style shoes
For arch support, I use
Whatever comes in the shoes: no additional arch support
After market insoles such as Superfeet or Dr. Scholls
Custom orthotic insoles
Metatarsal support pads
Nothing. I sometimes remove insoles that have too much arch.
Socks: I usually wear
None
Any old sock, nothing special for hiking
Thin athletic/hiking sock
Lightly cushioned athletic/hiking sock
Cushioned athletic/hiking sock
Athletic/hiking sock with liner
Toe socks
(If applicable) I wear a women's US size
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6.5
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7.5
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(If applicable) I wear a men's US size
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7.5
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8.5
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9.5
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Shoe gender: check all that apply
I wear both men's and women's shoes to give me more size and fit options.
I wear both men's and women's shoes to give me more style options.
I can rarely or never find shoes made for my gender in my size.
I can always shop the gender that I want, size is never an issue.
I wish all shoes were unisex.
I wear wide sizes
Never
Sometimes
Always
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Sizing: check any that apply
My feet are different sizes and this causes problems for the larger foot.
My feet are different sizes and this causes problems for the smaller foot.
I wear a larger size in hiking shoes than everyday shoes, for either socks, foot swelling, or just extra toe space..
I wear the same size hiking and everyday: I like closely fitting shoes.
I wear the same size hiking and everyday: I always give my toes plenty of room.
I have shoes that work for me by these brands...
No brand works well
Ahnu
Altra
Asolo
Bedrock
Brooks
Chaco
Columbia
Danner
Hoka One One
Keen
La Sportiva
Lowa
Luna
Merrell
New Balance
Nike
Oboz
On
Salomon
Saucony
Scarpa
Teva
The North Face
Timberland
Topo Athletic
Vasque
Vibram
Xero
Zamberlan
Other:
I have tried shoes by these brands that did not work for me...
Ahnu
Altra
Asolo
Bedrock
Brooks
Chaco
Columbia
Danner
Hoka One One
Keen
La Sportiva
Lowa
Luna
Merrell
New Balance
Nike
Oboz
On
Salomon
Saucony
Scarpa
Teva
The North Face
Timberland
Topo Athletic
Vasque
Vibram
Xero
Zamberlan
Other:
(If applicable) My footwear and/or insole was recommended by
A doctor
A physical therapist
Other:
How often do you go hiking or backpacking?
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Not every year
1-2 times a year
3-10 times a year
11-20 times a year
21-40 times a year
>40 times a year
Not much now, I used to go more
How many years have you been hiking?
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Just started
1-2
3-5
6-10
11-20
>20
What is your age?
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<20
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80-89
>89
What sex were you assigned at birth?
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Female
Male
Intersex
Prefer not to answer
What is your gender identity? (select all that apply)
Woman
Man
Transgender
Non-binary/non-conforming
Prefer not to answer
(Optional) Are there any specific shoe models that are just right for you?
Your answer
(Optional) Are there any challenges not mentioned that you face in finding hiking footwear?
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