Merrell Women's Bravada Waterproof Hiking Shoes - Lightweight Trail Running Shoes for Women with Grip & Support - Perfect for Outdoor Adventures, Hiking & Backpacking

These are the best hiking shoes I have ever owned. I wore them everyday on a 3 week trip to alaska in August/September. it rained 80 % of the time I was there. I hiked through soppy, wet terrain and creeks, over glacier silt rocks, wet hilly pebble beaches, etc. Not once did my feet/ socks get wet. Also, when they say these shoes get good traction, they mean it. I have feet issues...some neuropathy & knee issues that contribute to instability, and these shoes are incredibly comfortable and stable. I brought extra hikers thinking I would need to change out when they got wet, but ended up wearing these everyday. Whoever designed these shoes....great job. I have ordered another pair in case, like most good shoes, they are not available in the future. Oreder a size up, I normally wear an 8 to 8.5 in everyday shoes. A size 9 is perfect.