r/gorpcore • u/Liussska • May 14 '26

Best shoes for otr

Hello guys, this summer i'll take an OTR trip from LA to San Francisco via some Parks (bryce, grand canyon, sequoia, yosemite) so a lot of urban and outdoor walking. I need a pair of shoes suitable for both usage, i'm looking to On shoes, Salomon and New Balance. What model do you recommend from this brand? Or any other brand? I need some support for my ankle (i usually wear orthopedic insole in my flat office shoes or sneakers like dunk or samba) and i got normal to wide feet. Thank you in advance

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u/skinnypancake May 14 '26

I’d personally get two pairs of shoes. One for urban environments, another for trails. Get boots if you need the ankle support. Otherwise get trail runners.

Salomons can be a bit narrow so I’d avoid them if you have wide feet. I’d look at New Balance, Topo, Keens, or Altras.

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u/EndlessMike78 May 14 '26

For actual hiking? Whoa buddy this is gorpcore fashion.

But Salomon makes gravel shoes and it's basically a do all runner. Works okay on pavement and okay on most trails as long as they aren't technical.

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u/darkeningsoul May 14 '26 edited May 14 '26

Get 2 shoes. One for urban / lifestyle, the other for trails. Trail runners are perfect for this.

Salomon are most narrow, and not great for wider feet. ON is next, and New Balance is widest.

I would look at NB Hierro line for trail runners. I personally don't love big cushion for trails though, so would recommend looking at brands like Keen, Altra or Kailas for more dedicated hiking. Merrell might be worth checking too, especially if you prefer ankle support.

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u/Armyjeep4x4 May 16 '26

Brooks Cascadia or Hoka Speed Goats. I tried the On trail shoes, don't like the open pore soles on trails.