best shoes for asphalt walking?

[FlechaCadaDia]

I'm walking a 30-day pilgrimage in Quebec entirely on roads/bikepaths. Which shoes do you recommend?

 

[Tincatinker]

Ones that fit. I can’t help you beyond that because you haven’t said if you’re a first time hiker ( though you probably are or you wouldn’t be asking), or a veteran, your height and particularly weight might help too, but my firm recommendation is to go to your nearest reputable outdoor outfitters and put your questions to them. I’m sure one or two of our Canadian members can recommend some suitable sellers

 

[FlechaCadaDia]

Ones that fit. I can’t help you beyond that because you haven’t said if you’re a first time hiker ( though you probably are or you wouldn’t be asking), or a veteran, your height and particularly weight might help too, but my firm recommendation is to go to your nearest reputable outdoor outfitters and put your questions to them. I’m sure one or two of our Canadian members can recommend some suitable sellers

I actually have done this walk a couple times before, but I'm wondering if my next shoes should be more geared toward asphalt/road. My height is 5 foot 8 inches, and my weight 135 pounds

 

[trecile]

I would look for something with more cushioning.

 

[Tincatinker]

I actually have done this walk a couple times before, but I'm wondering if my next shoes should be more geared toward asphalt/road. My height is 5 foot 8 inches, and my weight 135 pounds

Roughly my height and weight then but I wear boots: currently Scarpa or Brogues by Loake. Comfortable on tarmac, great in the mud and on most surfaces except black ice. Foot wear is so personal. I can only repeat: go to a reputable outfitter, explain your situation and listen critically to their suggestions. The magnificent John Hillaby walked mostly in Dunlop Green Flash uh - and did more miles on foot than you and I combined will ever manage.

 

[Anamiri]

The answer I always give is, the most comfortable shoes you can find, preferably with good cushioning.
People have asked me what should I get, running or trail shoes (last longer) - the answer is always, the most comfortable. To me comfort outweighs longevity. Running shoes usually have good cushioning.
A good sports shoe store should be able to sort you out. This year I used zero drop Topos and they were great, previously I wore sandals. It will depend on your feet.

 

[Jarrad]

Everything everyone else has already said. Check out Hokas for lots for cushioning. But if the fit doesn't work for you, a lot of other good brands have jumped on the thick sole bandwagon.

 

[davejsy]

+1 for trail runners, you get the best of both worlds good grip for off-road but good cushioning for harder surfaces, and they are lightweight.

 

[Jean-Pierre Vaillancourt]

If you are in Quebec, you should check out Maison de la course (https://www.maisondelacourse.com/); they have consultants also for people walking. They are good.

 

[JabbaPapa]

That's one of the only hiking situations where army boots should be seriously considered.

They are deliberately designed for tarmac and for marching on it, and the thick rubber soles and heels do a good enough job of protecting your feet. You do need to make absolutely sure they're big enough though, because if not they could be murder on your feet.

 

[Elvis2]

I'm walking a 30-day pilgrimage in Quebec entirely on roads/bikepaths. Which shoes do you recommend?

Try The MEC shop.

 

[Purple Backpack]

What pilgrimage is in Quebec?

 

[Jean-Pierre Vaillancourt]

There are several....St-Joseph Basilica in Montreal, Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré, there is one ending in Old Quebec City, Le Chemin des Sanctuaires; Le sentier Notre-Dame Kapatakan, etc. Actually, if you include minor ones, there are about 80 of them...

 

[ortemio]

The best I reccomend ( I love the weight, the way they are made and have used them for over 3000km, boots provide a uniform platform for the foot , rocks don't affect them and don't think they are hot I would not leave home wo them) and are on sale ...

https://www.sportsmans.com/footwear-outdoor-casual-men-women-youth/mens-outdoor/mens-hiking-boots/zamberlan-mens-trail-lite-evo-waterproof-mid-hiking-boots/p/1617758

 

[Helen Avoca]

I'm walking a 30-day pilgrimage in Quebec entirely on roads/bikepaths. Which shoes do you recommend?

Brooks Women's Ghost 15 GTX Waterproof Neutral Running Shoe​