Q: Can outdoor shoes be used for running?

Outdoor shoes aren’t recommended for running due to their heavy weight and rigidity. Additionally, they lack the features needed to support your feet for running, such as shock absorption and cushioning.

Q: Can I wear running shoes for hiking?

Running shoes may suffice for shorter and easier trails, but they’re not ideal, as they lack the proper support, grip, stability, and protection that classic outdoor or hiking shoes have.

Q: What is the best material for outdoor shoes?

For durable and waterproof soles, rubber is the ideal material for your outdoor shoes to support you on different terrains. For uppers, you can consider neoprene for insulation in colder climates, leather for durability and extra protection, and mesh and synthetics for lightweight and breathable shoes that dry quickly.

As footwear designed for outdoor activities, such as hiking, outdoor shoes feature enhanced support and much greater traction for better grip on different kinds of terrain. While most outdoor shoes are associated with hiking shoes, our collection also offers some variety with sandals and flip flops, giving you footwear for other outdoor activities outside of hiking.

The main difference between indoor and outdoor shoes lies in their construction. Outdoor shoes can feature harder and thicker soles, providing increased traction for outdoor terrain. They’re usually more rugged, offering greater durability and protection for outdoor conditions. Meanwhile, indoor shoes are more lightweight, featuring high-friction rubber soles for indoor courts and surfaces.

Good hiking shoes need to be sturdy, durable, and must have reliable traction to properly support your feet on outdoor trails and terrain. For more lightweight outdoor shoes, you can go for something like The Walking Company Balboa Sport, a pair of water-resistant hiking sandals with a cushiony midsole that keeps your feet comfy and supported. Another option would be the ABEO Cayucos, mens sandals with a channeled rubber outsole for improved traction on your outdoor adventures.

Rubber is the most common and reliable material for hiking shoe outsoles, offering excellent grip and flexibility on various terrains. For backpacking boots or mountaineering boots, manufacturers sometimes enhance the rubber with additives like carbon to increase outsole hardness. While harder outsoles deliver greater durability and long-lasting wear, they can also be less grippy and slicker on off-trail or uneven terrain.

ABEO shoes are engineered to provide your feet with innovative comfort built to last. Our comfortable shoes offer all-day comfort thanks to BIOsystem® Orthotic Technology that delivers the perfect balance of anatomical support, responsive cushioning, and balanced alignment. Besides being crafted for comfort and support, our shoes also come in a wide variety of styles and silhouettes, ensuring you always have the right pair of shoes for every occasion and terrain.

ABEO shoes are built to provide your feet with superior arch and heel support, ensuring proper weight distribution and balance when walking. More than just your typical pair of orthopedic shoes, we provide footwear that looks good while feeling good all day long.

Other innovative features and benefits of ABEO shoes include:

Ergonomic cushioned soles soften steps to help foot and heel pain.
Deep heel cup helps stabilize feet and align the body to minimize fatigue.
Wider fit offers more room for wide or swollen feet.
Weight balancing arch support and cushioned heel cup reduce shock to help relieve plantar fasciitis.
Metatarsal footbed option has built-in metatarsal pad to help with forefoot pain.
Spacious toe box and added depth helps reduce pressure.

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