Hiking Insoles?

[Gondor]

Can you recommend some good insoles for shoes and boots? When do you know that you need to replace the default insoles in your shoes?

 

[dinosaur]

I put them in when I buy the shoes. Dr. Scholl's arch supports.

 

[steves]

Ever since I have been using these my hikes are sooo much better, My wife calls them my Happy Feet!
Superfeet Green Premium Insoles - High Volume at REI.com

 

[Grandpa]

Ever since I have been using these my hikes are sooo much better, My wife calls them my Happy Feet!
Superfeet Green Premium Insoles - High Volume at REI.com

Funny, the insoles I have are called Happy Feet by the manufacturer.

 

[Newanderthal]

Avoid gel insoles.
Apart from that, you really have to listen to your feet and try different things until you find what works for you. Your feet and mine are different feet. Experiment with different types of hiking socks, insoles, etc. until you find the system that gets you down the trail with minimal discomfort. Whatever that system is, that's the best for you.

Sorry. Doesn't speed up the process much.

 

[MountainHomeCamper]

I use those Dr. Scholl's custom orthotics (the one's with the booth like fitting area in local Walmarts). Those things have REALLY saved my feet and knees. I have a pair now for every hiking and walking shoe I own. When my knees or feet start bothering me again, I replace them (which so far, seems to be about every two years or so). Like Newandertahl stated you'll have to find what works for you, but these do have the ability to give you "customized" insoles for a lot less to see if those will provide sweet feet relief! But good luck in your search.

 

[Marshmallow]

When you begin to get a blister, or when a part of your shoe is rubbing your skin, moleskin can be your best friend. Purchase it at the drugstore, cut it to size and stick it to the affected area. Moleskin saved my life many a day.

 

[Pathfinder1]

Hi...


I've never tried OTC products for my feet. I have orthotics especially made...usually very costly...(but mine now are free through the VA).

So far the non-VA ones were the best. Am awaiting new VA ones, and will see if there is much difference.

It can take a few weeks to break them in.

 

[Gondor]

Thanks guys for the advice. I've heard already about those Superfeet insoles but I never tried them. They are not cheap but I think they may be worth the price.