June 19th, 2009 by Matthew Gio

Although highly disregarded as an outdoor shoe, Crocs are an ideal choice for your next hiking trip to the mountain. First and foremost, when hiking, the single most important factor you want in a shoe is for it to be secure. Crocs not only provides ankle security, but also the comfort they are known for at the same time. And, unlike most hiking shoes, they can easily be rinsed off and cleaned after a long day of hitting the trails. So next time you go camping, pack your Crocs because they are plenty of reasons why they should be your footwear of choice for that outdoor excursion.

The main selling point over the years for Crocs has been their unmatched comfort. While wearing Crocs, you almost get that walking on air feeling that keeps you going all day long. This is why Crocs are becoming more and more preferred by professionals who spend all day on their feet, such as doctors and nurses. Luckily for the hiker in all of us, this comfort transitions over perfectly to a long day on the mountain. Let’s face it, a mountain hike is a foot’s worst nightmare. The long walks, steep inclines, and unforgiving terrain can leave your feet in agony. However, next time you go hiking, bring along your Crocs and you’ll enjoy the hike in comfort for much longer.

One of the biggest risks while hiking is the dangers the uneven ground provides. With each step, you are putting faith into your shoe to keep you planted where you stepped. One of the core features of Crocs was a quality they were originally designed around - their non-slip grip. It’s a feature that is largely overlooked, but on terrain that is unpredictable, it’s assuring to know that your shoe will keep you balanced at all times.

Nowadays, most styles of Crocs have a sole that grips exceptionally well. This is perfect for those climbs up steep mountain sides. When taking a step, you want to know that your foot isn’t going to start sliding back down. If you’re up for a test run, take your Crocs to a hilly area, and walk up the hill. Notice the precision and strength the Crocs provide with each step.

Although a wonderful experience, the worst part about hiking is the aching feeling in your feet after a long day. With Crocs, however, you can say goodbye to that feeling because of it’s shock absorbing sole. Crocs will absorb most of the impact of each step, instead of it affecting your feet and your knees. When the hike is over, there’s nothing like still being energized to have fun around camp.

So despite it’s “lazy shoe” stereotype, Crocs are actually a practical choice for your camping and hiking trips.