I am no stranger to hiking, so I'm familiar with Ariat walking shoes. This American brand comes from a background in equestrian footwear and is a staple in the industry - but it's (wrongly) often overlooked in favour of familiar names like Merrell, Teva and Salomon. Take it from me, it's not to be underestimated.
The Ariat Skyline Summit Low walking shoes are an alternative to the tall boots most of us are familiar with, offering a little more flexibility around the ankle with the same support. They are part-rugged, part-sporty in their design and suitable for various terrains. Launched earlier this year, these are some of the best walking shoes in the traditional, fuss-free sense. There are no wild designs and they come in two classic colour options: coffee (brown) with bright blue trims and grey with yellow trims, which I tried. The sizing is very inclusive, ranging from 3 to 8.5 with a half size available.
