Recommendations wanted for Walking shoes/trainers

I wear Hotter goretex too. I find them very comfortable.

Old thread (but useful)

libra10

Skechers are my favourite shoes for walking. They're so comfortable, light as air, but not sure whether they would give enough support.

I wear them indoors and out but the podiatrist I see does not recommend them.
She did concede they are 'better than slippers' for indoors.

Merrell, Meindl are firmer but take a bit of getting used to.

DD recommended Brookes but I haven't tried them and I think they are more for running.

muse I would say the Hotter Gortex are waterproof for about 3 years of daily use. These are the same as the replacements I showed after 4 years or so. Time for the bin.

My Hotters arrived yesterday. Gortex, nice colours available. I think there was 20% off.

muse, just buy men's trainers!

Another vote for Merrell - and they last a long time too!

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I got some excellent Peter Storm walking shoes from go outdoors for £20 ! But you may need inserts from a podiatrist if you have a particular problem?

Hotter's largest size in women's boots is 9. They have several choices in their Goretex range.

Muse Hotter do waterproof boots, though I don’t know about sizes. Check on the website for Goretex.

I believe what might suit the OP are cross-trainers, aka to the climbing fraternity as approach shoes. These have a trainer-like form but stiffer soles, yet are obviously designed to be comfy over long distances. Salomon is a brand I have had success with.

I've started to look at all the links as desperate for a new pair too but I need a size 9 (44) and not found any that go to this size for women's boots. Currently have a pair of` Hotter but they are not waterproof.

Does anyone know of a company that does size 9 but it must be a 43? Thanks

I think it all depends on what sort of walking you do. If it's rough terrain, have a look at Asics trail shoes. They aren't cheap, but they give your feet amazing stability and comfort. My DD buys their running shoes for cross country and swears by them. I have Meindl walking boots and can't praise them highly enough. If it's just day to day walking a good sports outfitter should be able to recommend a decent pair of trainers that will serve you well.

I use Skecher's memory foam shoes.

I swear by Cotton Traders walking shoes; I have two pairs and they are so comfortable. I am only a size 4, but have very wide feet, and they fit beautifully. They are sometimes on special offer.

I agree that if you have arthritis in one knee then you need professional advice. You should be able to get physio advice on the NHS (we have a self-referral system locally).
However, to answer your question - as a long-time arthritis sufferer, I am a huge fan of Merrells. Their lightweight walking boots give good support, and I use them for all walking.

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My OH had a specialist private gait analysis, and had custom made inserts for his shoes/walking boots. Cost around £500, but worth it.

Skechers trainers in the summer and Reiker boots in the winter. No more sore aching feet!

Nonogran that’s just what my DH did and it makes life much easier. He has hiking boots.
I walk in some quite solid Skechers.

Ask your GP to refer you to the local podiatry/foot clinic. They will assess your gait & what support your arches need. They will make inserts for your shoes to help align your knees & hips. Then you can buy trainers or walking shoes knowing you have the removable support which can be swapped from trainer to trainer, show to shoe. When you go trainer shopping, take the inserts with you. You'll need a deep enough shoe or you can remove the internal sole liner to accommodate the insert. Easy peasy, works for me and my creaky knees.

I agree about the Skechers really comfy but perhaps too comfy. I have Berghaus boots - had them for years and they are really good support and stay nice and dry. It might be worth waiting a few weeks and get yourself measured up properly i.e.gait analysis

I wear Sketchers in the Summer and Regatta Isotex walking boots in the Winter, both very comfortable for my arthritic feet.

I’m on my second pair of Meindl walking shoes like these www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/p/meindl-womens-respond-gtx-shoe-B2222142.html?channable=00ff7369640034333438345f31303520&colour=105&utm_source=google&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping&utm_campaign=Best%20Sellers%20£4k%20%20High%20Priority%20tROAS-BOFU-PLA%20&cq_plac=&cq_net=g&cq_pos=&cq_med=pla&cq_plt=gp&gclid=CjwKCAjw9MuCBhBUEiwAbDZ-7jJG9qV3GD9dWCXeAiNGBCdr0CfK9h1DjMva2UcFQEA-awLsrYjHaBoCLH4QAvD_BwE. They are dear but I find them worth it as I wear them nearly every day as trainer type shoes and for walking the dog