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In the traditional world of hiking boots, practicality is king, with a nice bit of leather keeping your feet dry and ankles intact as you head for the hills. Things are changing fast, though. Modern technology found in running shoes is slowly being adopted into walking boots and trail shoes, helping to reduce weight while increasing comfort, speed, and performance.

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