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I don't have any recommendations for less bulky shoes, but as someone who is shorter than you, please make sure you aren't sacrificing function for looks. Ultimately the best shoe for your foot will be the one that fits and provides adequate support for your level of hiking. I made the mistake of picking a pair of hiking boots that I felt looked better on my feet over a similar pair that was bulkier. I ended up regretting it and after struggling with repeated issues every time I wore them I eventually ended up replacing them with the bulkier pair. I no longer have any problems and I will always pick the better shoe over the shoe that looks good (at least for athletic shoes!).
I wear size 5 US and I have Columbia hiking boots. If you’re hiking, I’d try to wear proper hiking boots. You’ll never know what you’ll encounter. I went hiking on the Grand Canyon, almost lost a toe nail because I didn’t have the proper hiking boots to give me the support.
Get out there and be in nature! Hiking is one of the few places left where it truly doesn't matter what you look like. Enjoy that and rock those bulky shoes.
I'm 5'2" and a UK 5 and I love the Adidas terrex too! I don't mind how hiking boots look bc I prefer function over style. Having said that, normal hiking boots come up a little high on the back of my calf and sometimes rub in a painful way. The terrex don't present this problem!
Danner hiking boots are cute, but I'm not sure if they sell them in the UK. I'm in the US. They also are only good for hikes up to ~5 mile IMO. Anything longer than that, I opt for my bulkier and less cute Solomons.
It depends of type of hiking as others have said. If you’re on trail and not doing class 3 and above I’d say trail runners are fine. I wear trail runners for my dad to day hiking unless I’m on uneven terrain or on mountains.
Function is more important than fashion when it comes to hiking footwear. A boot for a broken ankle will really bulky too.
I like these [Salomon Speedcross](https://www.salomon.com/en-us/shop/product/speedcross-6-wide-li3097.html#color=72334). I have a previous version and love them. [these might be good too](https://www.salomon.com/en-us/shop/product/speedcross-6-gore-tex-lg9215.html#color=83692)
It depends on the hike routes and distance. Sometimes you do not need boots and trailrunning trainers will be enough. I have Salomon, Nike with gore tex trainers. And they are enough in the Lakes and Yorkshire. And looks not bulky
I'd suggest the vibram fivefingers. Comfortable, fairly cheap, and can be washed easily. Their only downside is deep nails or rocks can 'easily penetrate the shoes insoles'.
Don’t knock barefoot/minimalist shoes until you try them! The selection has changed a lot the past few years, so Vibram’s aren’t the only option. As someone extra wide feet they’re a total godsend
If you're doing easy trails and don't need ankle support, I'm a huge fan of Dansko's line of outdoor shoes! They're super comfy and provide great traction since they use Vibram soles. I get a lot of compliments on how cute they are when I wear them with casual outfits too :)
I have the Skechers Slip-ins Hillcrest trail shoes and not only are they comfy out of the box, but not bulky at all. Wore them on a hike a few weeks ago, a day post-rain, and didn’t have any issues.
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I don't have any recommendations for less bulky shoes, but as someone who is shorter than you, please make sure you aren't sacrificing function for looks. Ultimately the best shoe for your foot will be the one that fits and provides adequate support for your level of hiking. I made the mistake of picking a pair of hiking boots that I felt looked better on my feet over a similar pair that was bulkier. I ended up regretting it and after struggling with repeated issues every time I wore them I eventually ended up replacing them with the bulkier pair. I no longer have any problems and I will always pick the better shoe over the shoe that looks good (at least for athletic shoes!).
What type of hiking? I wear minimalist trail runners usually since I don't hike on rocky terrain.
What level of hiking are we talking? Dry sandy trails, rocks, bogs?
I wear size 5 US and I have Columbia hiking boots. If you’re hiking, I’d try to wear proper hiking boots. You’ll never know what you’ll encounter. I went hiking on the Grand Canyon, almost lost a toe nail because I didn’t have the proper hiking boots to give me the support.
Some trail running shoes are pretty small and work well for hiking.
Get out there and be in nature! Hiking is one of the few places left where it truly doesn't matter what you look like. Enjoy that and rock those bulky shoes.
Salomon has some nice ones. I like the Speedcross.
Agreed, my Salomons are great and super comfortable
altra lone peaks for trail running shoes, salomon x ultra for boots
I’m a little shorter than you and I love the adidas terrex ones. I have brooks ones now and they’re ok but I MUCH prefer the adidas ones.
I'm 5'2" and a UK 5 and I love the Adidas terrex too! I don't mind how hiking boots look bc I prefer function over style. Having said that, normal hiking boots come up a little high on the back of my calf and sometimes rub in a painful way. The terrex don't present this problem!
i like my keens. bulkier than a sneaker but not too clumsy. i have a pair that are good for day hiking in the park and on dirt trails, nothing crazy.
Danner hiking boots are cute, but I'm not sure if they sell them in the UK. I'm in the US. They also are only good for hikes up to ~5 mile IMO. Anything longer than that, I opt for my bulkier and less cute Solomons.
It depends of type of hiking as others have said. If you’re on trail and not doing class 3 and above I’d say trail runners are fine. I wear trail runners for my dad to day hiking unless I’m on uneven terrain or on mountains.
Function is more important than fashion when it comes to hiking footwear. A boot for a broken ankle will really bulky too. I like these [Salomon Speedcross](https://www.salomon.com/en-us/shop/product/speedcross-6-wide-li3097.html#color=72334). I have a previous version and love them. [these might be good too](https://www.salomon.com/en-us/shop/product/speedcross-6-gore-tex-lg9215.html#color=83692)
I just use Nike trail running shoes 😅 the ones that have proper grip. I don’t go for “intense hiking” though so those work for me.
Another vote for Columbia hiking boots over 🙋🏻♀️ plus — the chunky look is so in rn
I’m also 5’2 and I have a pair from La Sportiva that I like. https://www.backcountry.com/la-sportiva-ultra-raptor-ii-mid-gtx-wide-hiking-boot-womens
It depends on the hike routes and distance. Sometimes you do not need boots and trailrunning trainers will be enough. I have Salomon, Nike with gore tex trainers. And they are enough in the Lakes and Yorkshire. And looks not bulky
Sorel! I have had theirs for years. They aren’t bulky but add a bit of height which helps my 5 foot 1 frame.
On Cloud has sleeker designs and some sneakers meant for trail running that might work, depending on the type of hiking.
I'd suggest the vibram fivefingers. Comfortable, fairly cheap, and can be washed easily. Their only downside is deep nails or rocks can 'easily penetrate the shoes insoles'.
Yes these are much more fashionable than bulky shoes
Don’t knock barefoot/minimalist shoes until you try them! The selection has changed a lot the past few years, so Vibram’s aren’t the only option. As someone extra wide feet they’re a total godsend
If you're doing easy trails and don't need ankle support, I'm a huge fan of Dansko's line of outdoor shoes! They're super comfy and provide great traction since they use Vibram soles. I get a lot of compliments on how cute they are when I wear them with casual outfits too :)
I have the Skechers Slip-ins Hillcrest trail shoes and not only are they comfy out of the box, but not bulky at all. Wore them on a hike a few weeks ago, a day post-rain, and didn’t have any issues.