Jan 15, 2026

Walking & Outdoor Gear

Walking & outdoor gear covers the kit you use on paths, hills, farms and fields. From walking boots and insoles to socks, gaiters and waterproof layers, this hub pulls together every guide on staying comfortable, dry and supported when you are on your feet all day.

You will find advice on:

Choosing walking boots and shoes
Preventing blisters and sore feet
Picking the right walking socks
Getting the best fit from your footwear
Using gaiters, insoles and boot care products

All of the guides below link to real kit we stock, so you can move from advice to buying without jumping around the site.

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Walking & outdoor guides

Use these walking and outdoor gear guides to choose footwear, solve comfort issues and pick the right rik for conditions and terrain.

Guide area	Articles included
Walking boots, shoes and fit	Best walking boots for plantar fasciitis Five essential features of comfortable walking boots Key features of comfortable walking shoes How Should Walking Boots Fit? A Simple At-Home Guide What are the best walking boots for the job
Foot care and comfort	Five steps to comfortable feet when out walking Leaky walking boots and how to fix them Lacing techniques that help to alleviate foot problems How to prevent potential foot problems when out walking What causes foot blisters and how to prevent heel blisters
Walking socks and blister prevention	Anti blister walking socks Do Blister Free Socks Really Work? The best walking boots and shoes to prevent blisters Wearing the right socks to prevent cold feet How 1000 Mile Socks Technology Helps Prevent Blisters
Gaiters, poles and accessories	Which walking boot insoles should I choose How to put on walking gaiters 10 useful tips on using a hiking staff
Walking clothing and conditions	Walking in the mountains Lowland walking and what to wear Summer walking holiday gear guide New to walking and want to get fit, wear the right gear
Care and maintenance	Should you wax leather walking boots? How to, when to and why Boot care and waterproofing tips to keep your feet dry

Find the right kit for walking

If you are dealing with sore feet, wet boots or cold toes, the guides above point you to kit that fixes those problems. Our walking boots, socks and waterproof layers are picked for comfort, fit and long days on your feet, not shelf appeal.

Walking & Outdoor Gear