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Most people associate hiking boots with clunkiness.

Which makes sense: Hiking footwear needs to be sturdy.

These sock-like sneaks come pink, gray, and black colorways.

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Whats different from the original Free Hiker?

Adidas Terrex(Adidas outdoor line) launched its original Free Hiker in 2019.

Since then, the versatile sneak has been beloved by fashionistas and outdoorspeople alike.

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This change is a step forward to meeting thebrands sustainability goalof replacing virgin polyester with recycled materials.

Navigate mud puddles, creeks, and flowing streams dryly, so you wont have to turn around early.

Available in black, dusty rose, and blue.

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And theyre so good, they got me to ditch my old, chunky boots for good.

Which is largely why Im a sucker for these shoes.

When I am on the trail, however, theyre a total game-changer.

A woman wearing a pair of black On Cloud 6 women’s tennis shoes outside.

Unlike most hiking boots, theres literally no clunk.

I alsolovethe Gore-Tex addition and say its well worth the extra $30.

This also comes in handy on mossy stones or wet river rock where your feet cant fail.

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So if youre gonna get these shoes, get the Gore-Tex.

The only thing I wish was alittlesturdier?

I haveextremely flat feet, much flatter than the normal persons.

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However, Ive found that simply popping in an insole can do the trick.

Keep that in mind if your feet over-pronate, too.

Regardless, if youre ready to dump the clunk, Adidas Terrex has got you covered.

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five pairs of summer shoes