9 years together with my workout buddy, "K2 Purple Hiking Shoes"

My hobby is hiking.

 

Among the hiking gear, others are

I insist on getting everything cheap, but
I believe that my feet need to be comfortable.

At the K2 store in winter 2015
I purchased Gore-Tex hiking shoes.

It's already been 9 years, hasn't it?

 

K2 Gore-Tex hiking boots

(Part number: KWF14G05)

Price: approximately 190,000 won at the time

 

 

 

First, before the introduction, regarding hiking shoes

Let's take a look at the sea.

 

 

There are hiking shoes.
Low cut, mid cut, high cut
There are three main types.

 

 

 

Low cut refers to lightweight hiking shoes.
Lightweight with excellent breathability, making it comfortable to wear.
Asphalt paved roads and well-maintained trail paths are suitable for hiking.

During long-distance hikes or treacherous terrain hikes
Compared to other hiking shoes, the risk of ankle injury is higher,
I tend to get tired quickly.

 

Low-cut shoes are suitable for hobbies such as hiking.

Practical for nearby mountain hikes,
Because it can be used for travel, walks, and camping
It is good to wear when hiking lightly.

 

Middle cut hiking shoes are intermediate-level hiking shoes.
Lightweight and highly breathable.
It has a certain level of stability and durability.
It can be used for various hikes.

 
Due to small stones on the trail section

Section with unevenness or bumps
The terrain is irregular.

During mountain hiking in sections with increasing unevenness

These are efficient hiking shoes.
 
Mid-cut hiking shoes have disadvantages

It's uncomfortable on the asphalt section.

In long-distance hiking, compared to high-cut shoes

It feels unstable and lacks durability.

Club activities and regular hiking,

For the purpose of a multi-day mountain trek lasting more than one night

You can choose, but it may rain during the hike.

Waterproof function of liner or upper material

You need to check.
 
High-cut middle hiking shoes

It has the highest durability and stability.

On the other hand, because it contains a lot of material, it is heavy.
It has the disadvantage of poor breathability and comfort.

High-cut begins from the section where unevenness caused by small stones occurs.

The terrain is rugged and the mountain scenery is steep.

There are many broken rocks.

Suitable for hikes with high ankle fatigue.

 

Hiking or backpacking over 10 km,
Suitable for a mountain trekking trip.

 

 

 

So

I also do a lot of long-distance hiking,
My goal is to eventually climb the Seoraksan Dinosaur Ridge.

I bought it because I had it, so I purchased the "High Cut Mid-Top Shoes."

 

 

 

The fit is definitely that of a mid-cut hiking shoe.

It's not light.

 

However, because it comes up to the ankles

Thank you for stabilizing the ankle wobble.

It was good.

 

Especially during long hikes

When I descend, I feel weak and my legs shake a lot.

It gives me a sense of stability to have you catch that.

It also reduces the risk of injury.

 

 

And the floor is like the picture above.

It is bumpy.

It helped prevent slipping a lot during the hike 👍

So, I have never been injured before.

Maybe luck was on my side too🤣

 

Because the sole is thick and sturdy

Even walking on a dirt road doesn't feel much.

So, the fatigue in the soles of the feet is also reduced.

 

And the most important!!

It's made of Gore-Tex material.

Even if it rains during the hike

Even if you go to a snowy mountain with heavy snowfall

Protecting your feet softly and comfortably

They said they could go hiking.

 

The last one is color 💜

I also like purple.

Bright colors get dirty quickly.

Dark and all-encompassing

While trying to find something that suits well

This is the picked product 💜

 

In leggings, in hiking pants, too

They all look good on you 😊

 

 

 

🫶 Now, photos of wearing and hiking

I'll show you.

 

 

Winter of 2015

The first place I reported after purchasing

It is Taebaeksan.
My eyes reached my thighs.

The pants were completely soaked!
Because it is Gore-Tex, it also blocks the cold,

It protected my eyes from getting wet.

 

👣January 30, 2016

Heavy snowfall has occurred on Taebaeksan.

We went to see the snow-capped mountains together again.

 

 

 

 

April 2016

We went on a spring hike together at Wolaksan.

I also heard that there is a bit of a stone path at the beginning.

They say the course takes about 6 hours to complete.

They did it together with K2 purple hiking shoes.

The scenery is amazing, isn't it? Haha

 

These are blessed hiking shoes☺️

 

 

 

June 2017

Celebrating a birthday with "Norway"

I went on an overseas trip!

Alone^^

As expected, I went with the K2 hiking boots.

It was a trip that involved hiking for about three days.

First day is 5 hours

The second day is 11 hours.

The third day is 6 hours.

It was a course.

 

The courses are also long.

Norway has more stone roads than dirt roads.

I really wish they hadn't taken it...

You probably had to drop out halfway.

 

Fortunately, enjoying the scenery of nature together

I went to Nubi-go and had a great time!

It was absolutely wonderful.

 

 

 

 

 

September 2017

Let's go to Juwangsan together to see the autumn leaves.

👣 October 2018

Enjoy the silver grass at Mt. Mindung.

In May 2019, the spring of Bukhansan,

👣 Winter at Bukhansan in January 2021

We came together and explored.

Of course, the K2 hiking boots were included~

 

 

 

Finally

During the honeymoon in December 2021

"Winter of Hallasan"

I fully experienced and returned.

 

 

 

Now, I am giving birth,

Because I am still raising a young baby

I haven't had time, so it's been two years.

K2 hiking boots are resting.

 

 

 

The sole is still barely worn out.

Only the part where you wear it has a hole.

There are no issues at all with functioning properly.

I'm planning to wear them diligently until they are completely worn out🫶

And

I plan to go hiking again starting next year.

I'm planning^^

 

Wait~~

I'll take it out soon and show you the beautiful scenery again~~^^

 

 

 

 

Oh, by the way!!

 

[How to Choose Hiking Shoes]

I'll let you know.

 

 
Always verify whether the material is suitable for the purpose of the hike!

 

During hiking, foot fatigue can cause swelling or enlargement of the foot.

It is recommended to visit in the afternoon to try on hiking shoes when purchasing!

 

Standard size may cause foot pain during hiking.

It is good to try wearing them while wearing socks.

 

Measuring the size of hiking shoes should be done with the laces loosened.

After putting on hiking shoes, press your feet firmly forward.

There is about a finger's width of space at the back of the hiking shoe.

You need to check if it is forming.

 

This is because when descending, the feet tend to lean forward, which can cause toe pain.
 
Comfort check

Is the heel part not bouncing?

You just need to check if the width of the foot fits.

Additionally,

Be sure to try both sides!