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Just like any shoe, walking boots need to fit properly and comfortably. Since there are various designs that feature either low cut or high cut ankle support, it is also important to know what terrain you’re headed into. However, finding the right fit can sometimes be challenging. Here are a few tips to help you fit your walking boots and find the right pair for you.

First off: Just like any shoe, you need to try the boot on to see if it fits your foot and is comfortable. Always try them on with the socks that you intend to wear with them (or at least a similar type of sock) so that the thickness of the sock can be accommodated in the fitting. Try to try the boots on after you’ve walked around as this will also help with the fit. After walking around your feet will have swollen a bit and that means that the boot needs to be able to accommodate that when you’re wearing it.

Depending on the made and material, it is always advisable to buy a boot that is a size larger than your everyday shoes as a boot that is too small can prove to be very uncomfortable and unpleasant. A larger size can always be fixed with wearing another pair of socks.

When you have put on the boot, tie the laces and stand up. The boot should not be too tight around your ankles and your toes should not touch the front. You should also feel if the boot provides support for the arch of your foot and if there are any places on your foot where the boot is too tight or is pinching.

Toe room: Once you’ve established that the boot fits correctly, unlace your boots and slide your foot as far forward as possible. Your toes should be able to touch the front of the boot when doing this. Then slide your finger in between your ankle and the back of the boot. There should be only a little friction when doing this. If you are able to do this, it means that you have enough toe room in the boot and your toes will not bruise by being pressed against the front of the boot when walking downhill. If there is too little friction (i.e. your finger slides in very easily) it may mean that your boot is too big for you.

Tightness: After trying the boot on with socks take the socks off and try them on again without the socks. The boot should be a comfortable fit and not too tight around the foot, ankle or toes.