Hiking Shoe Accessories

The sole in a shoe is a bit like the mattress above the box spring. It is she who reinforces the protection and comfort of the arch of the foot throughout the day and especially during walking. Even a shoe perfectly adapted to your foot and to the hike, can cause discomfort. This is particularly the case during a trek, when the feet are subjected to a severe test between the heat of the shoe, the humidity linked to perspiration and the friction of the material against the skin. Well-chosen hiking insoles can compensate for this type of problem.

The hiking insoles protect the foot from the cold and frozen ground in winter during your hikes. They are usually lined with a thick layer of felt. For their part, the gel or leather soles have an insert at the heel which reduces the shocks and vibrations caused by walking on uneven paths. These hiking and trekking insoles and accessories can be essential for regular walkers who, despite a lot of experience, can see their joints get tired. There are also support soles specially adapted for trekking.

If there is an essential criterion in terms of hiking insoles as shoes, it is the size. Because it is not always the same from one brand to another, Decathlon insoles always cover at least two sizes. Once purchased, all you have to do is cut them to fit your hiking shoe and your foot perfectly. Tip: to save time, use the soles already present in your shoes as a template!